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Michael Draper Obituary

Michael Paul Draper 8/22/62 ~ 10/19/03  Our fun-loving, multi-talented Mike; wonderful son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend died October 19, 2003 at his home in Las Vegas, NV.  He was born August 22, 1962 in Nephi, Utah to Paul and Sheryl Ivory Draper. He graduated from Davis High School, LDS Business college, and Held BS and MA degrees in business from the University of Phoenix. He was currently employed at Citibank, Nevada as an Assistant Vice President.  He is survived by his parents, brother Brent (Juli) Draper, St. George, UT; Hal (Angela) Draper, Santaquin, UT; and his precious nieces and nephews Ashley, Jeffrey, Caston, and Caitlin.  Graveside services will be held Friday, October 24, 2003 at 11:00 in the Moroni City Cemetery, Moroni, UT under the direction of Magleby-Rasmussen Mortuary.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 22, 2003.

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Todd and Camie Johnsen

November 17, 2003

Draper family, we would like to send our condolences at the loss of such a wonderful person. Mike was our friend for many years when we lived in Utah. We have missed him since we moved to New Jersey. He came to our children's birthday's, to the hospital to see our new baby and was always there to lean on. We love him and will miss him dearly.

JAY MURPHY

October 28, 2003

AN ANGEL HAS BEEN TAKEN FROM US AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON .....GOD IS GREAT AND NOW ONLY GREATER....YOU WILL BE MISSED MIKE , YOUR FRIENDS TRACY,TAMMY AND JAY..WE LOOK FORWARD TO OUR NEXT MEETING, UNTIL THEN, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY...

Dave Finney

October 28, 2003

Dear Draper Family, I spent the weekend prior to Mike's death with him at an Un-official Davis High Reunion held in Las Vegas where old friends were reunited with each other and rekindled, Mike was in many ways the "life" of the gathering that weekend, and for those memories I will always cherrish the trip to our reunion. I have pictures from that weekend that show Mike jumping and playing in the pool with a smile from ear to ear, which I will send to your family for your memories as well... May Mike have found the peace and serenity he must have so deeply desired... My thoughts are with you and your family at this time of turmoil. Dave Finney

Grant Scholes

October 27, 2003

Mike, you were a great friend. I will always treasure the time we spent together at Universal Card. I'm sorry we lost touch over the past few years, but you have been in my thoughts and prayers.



May God bless you and your family.

Jaime Hartzell

October 25, 2003

To the Draper Family,

I am saddened by this loss but also filled with the love Michaeal shared with all he came in contact with. He has been such a dear friend for so long. He will never be forgotten by friends and acquaintences too numerous to count. His kindness and wit was felt by all who knew him. Please lean on me if you need to.

Jaime Hartzell

regina enright

October 25, 2003

Dear Draper Family,

I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was one of the kindest people I ever met. We worked together at Southtowne Mall and at Universal Card.

I remember how much he loved cars . In fact, he was nice enough to spend an entire Saturday with my youngest son to help him buy his first car. He also went with me to buy a beautiful blue Blazer.

We had a lot of fun at work and at parties outside of work. I want you to know what a great guy he was and how much he did for others. Again, I'm sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Regina Enright and Sons

Judy Jung

October 24, 2003

Dear Draper Family,

My family and I were so sorry to hear about the untimely death of your son Michael. Though we did not know him he was still part of or exstended family. We are related through your brother Sheldons line. Our daughter Cindy is married to his son Tom. We just want you to know that your family is in our prayers.

May God Bless and Keep You.

Sincerely,

Ray and Judy Jung.

Susan Fredrickson

October 22, 2003

Dear Paul, Sheryl, Hal, and Brent,

I cannot express how saddened my family was as we learned of Mike's passing. I remember well one beautiful day, walking down the road, and who should pull up beside me, but Mike. I could'nt believe it! He came home with me and spent a couple of hours visiting, and entertaining us. We teased about which of us was Grandma's favorite. I have always been sure it was Mike. I'm a little jealous of what I'm sure is their joyous reunion. He was funny, kind, and tender, and will be sorely missed by all of us whose lives he touched.





Paul, you have always been there for me and mine. Please let us help you through this.



With much love,

Garry, Susan, Branon, and all

james green

October 22, 2003

Dear Draper family, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Mikes passing. We worked together daily for 5 years at the AT&T Phone Center in Sandy. The laughs we shared are to numerous to count. I will always remember Mike for his smile, laugh and of course his keen intellect. He was the only person who ever called me Jamesaroney. He will be missed by tons of business contacts that you will never know about. May God be with you and comfort you during this sad time! Mikey, if you can read this, have a great new adventure, and remember to do something you have never done before on your day off! James Green SLC Utah

Len Mirabella

October 22, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike, you will be missed!

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