William-Draper-Obituary

William B. Draper

San Diego, California

1935 - 2015

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DIED
February 18, 2015
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San Diego, California

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Draper, William B. 04/06/1935 ~ 01/18/2015 VISTA -- The Honorable William B. Draper, Jr. served his country his entire adult life. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1957 after graduating from Dartmouth College. He remained on active duty until retiring in 1978. He immediately joined the San...

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He Betsy I wanted to offer my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband Bill. I remember him coming to my 4th grade classroom with Miss Luke that Andy was also in with me. I remember the Mock court that he did with us and how much fun it was to do. I know he is out of pain and I did not even know he was sick. May God Bless your family during this time. With Love Bob & Joyce Clune. I am married and living in TX with my Wife Joyce.

Betsy,


words are not enough to express our deep and heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I learned the art of trial advocacy as a trial counsel in his military court room many years ago. I have always valued his friendship, as I do yours. He truly was "A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS" and it is no accident that we will reflect upon his life at Saint Thomas Moore church.

Bill never lost sight of his most honorable service to our Country and to our Corps of...

Offering my deepest condolences to the family, may God give you the strength that is needed at this very difficult time and the days ahead.

I spent many a day in this man's courtroom and chambers. He always took he time to help and educate a "baby narc" with search warrants and other matters. He was a very honorable man and I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.

Betsy -- I was so sorry to see the notice of Bill's death from STM's e-mail several weeks ago. The obituary today was beautifully done in the UT -- I didn't know any of that information about Bill and his amazing life and accomplishments. He seemed to be the consummate gentleman (things like standing up for you, waiting to go to Communion when you came last with the chorus, etc.). You have always displayed such warmth at church. Thinking of you losing your beloved mate is heart-wrenching....