Robert "Bob" Leroy Draves
Robert "Bob" Leroy Draves
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ROBERT “BOB” LEROY DRAVES, 94, of Rockwood, Illinois, passed away at 12:25 am, Thursday, December 25, 2025, at his residence.
He was born to the late Edward F. and Anna (nee Gray) Draves on August 8, 1941, in Chester, Illinois.
Bob married Sharon White on February 18, 1961, at St. John Lutheran Church in Chester, Illinois; she survives.
Bob had worked as a union carpenter for 44 years and retired in 2004.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in Chester, Illinois, and a past member of the Elks Lodge #1629 in Chester and the Jaycees.
Survivors:
Wife:
Sharon Draves Rockwood, IL
2 Children:
Robert (Annette) Draves Rockwood, IL
Scott (Sherry) Draves Ellis Grove, IL
3 Grandchildren:
Samantha (Mason) Yankey
Rachel Ann Draves
Randy (Samantha) Draves
6 Great Grandchildren:
Hailey Yankey, Gwenivere Yankey, Connor Draves, Maci Draves, Skylar Draves, and Liam Draves
Many Beloved Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends
Preceded in Death by: Parents, 1 Son – Robert Patrick Draves, 2 Brothers – Arnold G. Draves and Edward Donald Draves, and 2 Sisters – Aileen Clasen and Glee Knob
It was Bob’s wish to be cremated.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
839 Lehmen Dr, Chester, IL 62233
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