Joseph William Drayton

DRAYTON - Joseph William, 64 of Waldwick died Friday, March 23, 2007. He is survived by his wife Barbara, three daughters, Denise Collins, Dawn Smartt and Deborah Fults and a son Jeffrey Distler, eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mr. Drayton graduated Ridgewood High School, Class of '61 and The University of the South, Class of '65. He was employed for 35 years as a corporate bond trader at Mabon Nugent and Advest. Joe was an avid athlete. He enjoyed basketball, baseball, football and golf. He also had a great love for his dogs, Lexus, Zoe, Chloe and Brodie. Joe lived his life to the fullest, never wasted a day or opportunity. He fought his cancer the way he lived his life, full of positive energy and determination. In our hearts, we know Joe is now celebrating and enjoying everlasting peace. Please join us for a Memorial Service at Christ Church, Cottage Place, Ridgewood, N.J. on March 31, 2007 at 1 PM followed by a Celebration of his life at his home, 54 Donald Place, Waldwick, N.J. Donations to: St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105. (https://www.stjude.org/tribute/0,2619,586_3683,00.html?wt=L). Arrangements entrusted to C.C.Van Emburgh Funeral Home, Ridgewood, NJ (www.vanemburgh.com)