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DRADDY, JOHN M., Capt. USN (Ret.) (Age 76)

Of Punta Gorda, FL died January 3, 2005. Formerly a resident of Vienna, VA, he was predeceased by his wife, Barbara S. Draddy and his son-law, Robert L. Busch III. He is survived by his children, Mary D. Busch of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Daniel A. Draddy (Karen) of Stafford VA, Michael S. Draddy (Deareen) of Purcellville, VA, Martha A. Draddy of Aliso Viejo, CA and his sister, Jane (Skip) Mansfield of Punta Gorda, FL and nine grandchildren. Capt. Draddy served his country for 29 years as a USN Submariner. Capt. Draddy was awarded the Bronze Star for his service while CO of the USS CHARR 1963-1965. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be held at the Old Post Chapel, Arlington National Cemetery, on February 24, 2005 at 12:45 p.m., with interment immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 20, 2005.

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Bettie (MacLennan) Young

March 3, 2005

John was my boss for many years at P&PNPF. He taught me a lot about what complete, quality work consists of. He was a genuinely good person. My condolences to his family.

Nancy & Matt Myers

February 23, 2005

Our sympathy is extended to the Draddy Family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. (Mary Stroop's sister and brother-in-law).

Cheryl Cord

February 22, 2005

My condolences to the Draddy family. I worked with John at the Plumbers & Pipefitters Pension Fund for many years, and liked and respected him. He will be missed.

Robert Cooke

February 22, 2005

Our condolences to John's family from his former co-workers at the Plumbers & Pipefitters National Pension Fund.



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Betty Cogswell

February 21, 2005

My sincere condolences to Mary, Martha and the family. Sorry to hear of John's death. We worked together at the Plumbers National Pension Fund

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