Allen Jay Draper

Allen Jay Draper

Allen Draper Obituary

Published by Legacy on Oct. 28, 2021.
Allen Draper's passing has been publicly announced by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin, IL.

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November 2, 2021

Linda S Gregorski posted to the memorial.

October 29, 2021

Marine Corps League Detachment 081-Chaplain-T.J. Stone posted to the memorial.

October 29, 2021

Don and Merry Willock posted to the memorial.

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Linda S Gregorski

November 2, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss.

Marine Corps League Detachment 081-Chaplain-T.J. Stone

October 29, 2021

We, the officers and membership of Marine Corps League Detachment 081, would like to express our sincere condolences at the passing of our brother in arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Semper Fidelis!!

Don and Merry Willock

October 29, 2021

For Jeri and family:

No words can help with the loss you are feeling. Just know we are here, if you need us. We will remember rides to Cat Mapleton, Retriever training, fishing, hunting and all sorts of good times with you all. Prayers for finding some kind of comfort someday, in the love you shared.

Mark A VonDerHeide

October 28, 2021

With deepest sympathy Jeri and Family in the loss of Allen. Mark and Carole

Butch & Janice Showens

October 28, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear about Allen passing away. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. I remember hunting and fishing with Allen many times. He was such a great guy. Thank you for your Service Allen and may you R.I.P.

Bob and Sue Irby

October 28, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to Jeri and family for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers to everyone.

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November 2, 2021

Linda S Gregorski posted to the memorial.

October 29, 2021

Marine Corps League Detachment 081-Chaplain-T.J. Stone posted to the memorial.

October 29, 2021

Don and Merry Willock posted to the memorial.