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Nancy Draughn Obituary

DRAUGHN YADKINVILLE - Nancy Martin Draughn, 69, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2007, at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born Nov. 23, 1937, to the late Edward Andrew and Emma Gentry Martin. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Edward Martin. Surviving are her husband of 50 years, Sanders Gaither Draughn, of the home; her children, Teresa (Johnnie) Lorbacher, of Collinsville, Ill.; Douglas Draughn of Winston-Salem; and Donna Draughn of Greensboro; a sister Zoella Carmen, of Melbourne, Fla.; and a brother James Martin, of Franklin. Her funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 28, at Gentry Family Chapel, with the Rev. Lenuel Lusk officiating. Burial will follow in Yadkin Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. today, April 27, at the funeral home in Yadkinville. Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville is serving the Draughn family.
Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Apr. 27, 2007.

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April Hayes

September 10, 2018

I'm an so sorry for your loss.

Teresa W. Mullis

May 1, 2007

Teresa and family,I was sadden to hear of your mom's death. I always remembered Nancy as a sweet, but fun person. Your family and you are in my prayers.

kathy campbell

April 27, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss of Nancy. she was such a wonderful sweet person. I used to work with her some years ago. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time.May God Bless and keep you close now and always.
Kathy Campbell

Mindy Sudderth

April 27, 2007

Dougie,Donna and family: You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love you guys very much and are very sorry for your loss. If you need anything please don't hesitate to let me know. We love you, Mindy, Kaitlyn, Amberlynn and Alyssa

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