David J. "Mouse" Drapeau

David J. "Mouse" Drapeau, 62, of Cherry Valley, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, after a long illness.
Mouse was born in Worcester, son of the late Richard W. Drapeau and Bernadine (Slein) Drapeau. He was raised and educated in Auburn, graduating from Auburn High School and Westfield State College (now University). Most recently, he worked as a UPS Residential Driver, where he dedicated 15 or so years. Mouse loved coaching hockey for Midstate, Auburn, Shrewsbury, etc., and had made it an almost lifelong career. He was also a softball umpire for USSSA.
Mouse could most often be found being a jokester, playing with his beloved dogs, Buttercup and the late Buddy, or visiting Alfred, Maine as much as possible. He was especially known for his affinity for NASCAR, and his idol being Dale Earnhardt Sr.
Mouse leaves his loving family: his son, Dakota Drapeau, of Cherry Valley, and his brother Dilon Robson; his brother, Paul Drapeau and his wife Sue, of Auburn; along with his niece, Meaghan, and nephew, Matthew.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Second Chance Animal Shelter, 111 Young Road, P.O. Box 136, East Brookfield, MA 01515 (https://www.secondchanceanimals.org/help/).
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the Drapeau family between 4 – 7 PM on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at the BRITTON-WALLACE FUNERAL HOME, 91 Central Street, Auburn. Burial will be held privately.