Thomas-Draper-Obituary

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Thomas A Draper

Papillion, Nebraska

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Tad and I were USAFA classmates and shared our first assignment together as students at the Intelligence Center at Lowry AFB. We had a chance to chat at our last reunion, and as always, enjoyed "catching up". Our loss is heaven's gain. We share your sorrow today. You are in our prayers ...

- Don & Marie Genna USAFA 68

Tad was a very good friend of mine and Hartsel Beckett, along with Dick Frey. The four of us '68ers had a rock n roll band. Tad was our singer. I'm very sorry I never contacted him since graduation, and will miss him very much. Dick Frey flew the F-105G in 1978, but has 'gone west' in 1980 due to a heart attack, leaving Hartsel and I the sole survivors of the band.

Tad and I have been office mates on a number of different occasions during the past three or four decades. I find it incredibly difficult to figure out how we're going to fill his shoes. Don't think it's doable. Rest in your favorite place, Tad - the mountains. Becky? If you have any kind of need - let us know.

You will be missed, Tad. Best wishes to Becky and all the family. Bud Templin, '68.

Tad could always make tough times into light times. We were squadron mates for two years. He showed his devotion to family and friends from the first time I knew him until the last.

Tad and I were roommates in our third year at the Air Force Academy. He was my Best Man, June, 1968 and I was his Best Man in July, 1968. We shared common interests in music and cars. I last saw him two years ago at the Class of 68 40th reunion when he stayed with us. I'll miss him terribly--a great guy! Rest in peace, Tad! Becky and family are in our prayers.

TAD at our 40th Reunion

TAD and I were in the same squadron when we entered the Air Force Academy 46 years ago and I will always remember him as a very nice person to be around. His family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.