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1944
DIED
2026
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Linda Draves Obituary
She was born April 1, 1944, at Pekin, Ill., to Tony and Lenora York.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Richard; six brothers, Garland, David, Donald, Anthony, Jimmy, and William; three sisters, Nina, Frances, and Virginia; and one grandson, Mickey.
Survivors include two daughters, Mary (Cullen), and Theresa (Mickey); seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Daniel (Sharon); one brother-in-law, Donald; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 21, at Mt. Sherman Cemetery in Jasper, with the Rev. Cullen Paul Goldman officiating. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Friday, February 20, at the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the direction of Holt Memorial Chapel.
The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.HoltChapel.com.
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