Mary Christine "Chris" Draper

Mary Christine "Chris" Draper obituary, Brooksville, KY

Mary Christine "Chris" Draper

Mary Draper Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dobbling, Muehlenkamp-Erschell Funeral Home - Bellevue on Feb. 7, 2026.
Mary Christine "Chris" Draper (nee Tiemeyer)

Chris is no longer in pain or suffering after a long extended illness. She went to be with the Lord very peacefully at the age of 63 on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the home of her brother and sister-in-law David & JJ Tiemeyer in Brooksville, KY.

Chris was raised in Dayton Ky, where she attended Dayton High School. She also served in the United States Army which she was extremely proud of.

Chris was preceded in death by her father David E. Tiemeyer, brother Joey Tiemeyer and brother-in-law Mark Volk.

She is survived by her loving mom, MaryAnn Tiemeyer, son, Ryan Jacob Draper, brothers, David (JJ), Ronald (Terri), Michael Tiemeyer and sister Patricia Volk. Along with 3 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 21 from 10:00am to 12:00pm with service beginning at 12:00pm at Dobbling, Muehlenkamp-Erschell Funeral Home, 241 Fairfield Ave. Bellevue, Ky.

Online condolences can be made at dmefuneral.com

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