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1936
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2022
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David Draper Obituary
March 27, 1936 - February 19, 2022
David Garland "Sonny" Draper, 85, of Martinsville, Va. passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Woltz Hospice Home. He was born March 27, 1936 to the late Frank Lester Draper and Gladys Parcell Draper. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Draper Agee and brother, Randall Leslie Draper.
Sonny was a member of Granberry United Methodist Church and was manager/part owner of D & A Café with Marvin Allen. After retiring from D & A, he became an avid bird watcher and professional grocery shopper.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Lawrence Draper of the home; daughter, Kimberly Draper Woolf (Bill) of Richmond, Va.; grandson, Benjamin David Woolf; brother, Frank L. Draper Jr. (Jeannie) of Ridgeway, Va.; sister, Lemma Sue Draper Cobbler (George); and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank his special caregiver, Janeise Collins, other caregivers, and Mountain Valley Hospice for their love and care.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Roselawn Burial Park with Lay Preacher, Tom Blair officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at Norris Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Granberry United Methodist Church, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or a charity of your choice.
Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, Va. is serving the Draper family. Online condolences may be made at norrisfuneral.com
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Anne Hardy
February 23, 2022
Nancy and family, so sorry to here of Sonny's passing. May you be comforted by many memories of his life with you on this earth.
Michael Williams
February 23, 2022
So very sorry for your loss. Sonny was a good man. Praying for all his family and friends.
Judy Campbell
February 23, 2022
Nancy & Kim ,
I am so sorry for your loss. He is up there with Darrell now talking old times . He was a great person and friend.
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