Hal D. Draper Jr.

DRAPER Jr., Hal D.
Affectionately known as ''Happy'' Hal. Born in Berkeley, CA on July 24, 1921 and peacefully passed away on March 22, 2006. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Barbara, and leaving behind his loving wife and companion Mary; brother Roy (Diana) and sister Mary Lou. Survived by daughters Susan and Sally (Charles); grandson Nicholas; step-daughter Leona (Jack) and her family. Hal is also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. World War II veteran and German POW survivor. Taught chemistry and math at Nevada City High, C.K. McClatchy High, Hiram Johnson High and Sacramento City College. Data processing consultant with Sacramento County Office of Education. Hal was Past Master of Provident Lodge #609, affiliated with Nevada City Lodge #13, Wise Master of the Sacramento Scottish Rite, and member of the Shriner's Drum and Glocks. Hal started what became known as ''Hal's Gals'' where he and fellow members would escort the widows of members to special Provident Lodge functions and dinners. Hal was persuaded by Barbara one year to dress as Santa for Christmas at the school where she taught for many years. He loved it so much that for over a quarter of a century, he became ''Santa'' Hal for a couple of weeks every December to countless family, friends and organizations. A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 10, 2006 at 1:30 pm at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H Street, Sacramento, CA, with a reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Sacramento Scottish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders, 6151 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95819 would be appreciated.