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Draper Geraldine Obituary
Geraldine "Jeri" Draper, 83, passed away on August 15, 2012 in Pasadena, Texas with her loving family at her side. Geraldine was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 11, 1929 to parents, Abel and Elisabeth Downie. She devoted her life to her family, her kids and grandkids. She was the perfect grandma, helping to raise grandkids along the way. She loved to travel the beautiful roads of Texas and considered it her "cruising". She loved old movies, especially Westerns, and loved trying her hand at the nickel slots in Coushatta. Geraldine is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clyde Davis Draper, Sr in 1985, and her son, Clyde " Rusty" Jr. in 2004. She is survived by four children, Nanci Szydlik and husband John, Joi Pace, Charles B. Draper and Elisabeth " Lisa" Sartor and husband Mark. Geraldine is further survived by seven grandchildren; Ryan Young, Brian Pace, Crystal Pace Cuellar, Laura Pace Trevino, Caitlin Draper, Samantha Draper and Shelley Draper Olsen and three great grandchildren. Left to mourn also is Geraldine's best friend of over 50 years, Dorthea " Dottie" Davis or "Miss D" as she was called by the family.
The family acknowledges with a grateful heart, Kindred Hospital Bay Area and Dr. Vipul Patel for their continuous loving care of their mom until her passing. In lieu of usual remembrances, the family encourages donations to the Scottish Rite Hospital 2222 Welborn Street in Dallas, Texas 75219 or online at www.tsrhc.org.
A memorial service will be held on Monday August 20th, 2012 at 2 PM in the Chapel of Rosewood Funeral Home 3939 Pasadena Blvd. in Pasadena, Texas. Geraldine will be inurned at Houston National Cemetery with her husband in a private family service.
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.rosewood.cc under current services.
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Minnie Carrillo
August 22, 2012
My condolences and prayers go to the family. Jeri was a joy to know and I enjoyed her visits to the shop. I will miss you and I will enjoy the memories you left behind .
August 20, 2012
Dear Charlie,
I am so sad for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Julie Jordan
Bonnie Lem
August 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you Nanci, and your sisters and brother. I am so sorry for your loss.
Nance & Brandon Hudiburgh
August 20, 2012
Nanci, Joi, Charlie and Lisa, My deepest sympathies to each of you and your families. Brandon and I will always remember your Mom with warm thoughts. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Lisa Montgomery
August 20, 2012
Joi - keeping you and your family in my prayers during this time of loss. From reading the obituary, your mom was very much loved and lived a good, full life. She will live in your heart, and your memories, always.
Becky Stonecipher
August 19, 2012
Joi, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Craig Williams
August 17, 2012
Dear Cousins,
Cristen and I were saddened by the news of Jeri's passing. I know the last several weeks have been difficult. Our hearts and prayers are with you in this time. We should see you this weekend. Peace to your hearts.
Robert Chambers
August 17, 2012
Lisa,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family,
Sincerely,
Robert
Debra Dallas
August 16, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your wonderful Mother. Over the years, I've heard life stories of how much happiness and laughter you brought to each other, and know she will be greatly missed.
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