1933
2012
Nancy Elizabeth Dodson Draper, 79, of Fairystone Park Hwy in Bassett, died Friday, December 28, 2012 at Stanleytown Health Care Center. She was born in Martinsville, July 19, 1933, the daughter of Harry William Dodson and Daisy Ellen Joyce Dodson, both deceased. She was employed by DuPont and also retired from Bassett Furniture Company where she was an office administrator. Nancy was a member of Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school and was a member of the chancel choir for over 50 years.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Thomas G. Draper of the residence; four daughters, Lisa Ellen Pearman of Ridgeway, Jane Elizabeth Wilson of Bassett, Judy Kay Edmonds of Collinsville and Linda Faye Johnson of Fieldale; two sons, Thomas William Draper of Apex, NC and Kevin Michael Draper of Hillsborough, NC and five grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held Monday, December 31, 2012 at 3:00 PM at Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Ricky Randall officiating. Entombment will follow at Roselawn Abbey.
The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the funeral service and other times at the residence.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Chancel Choir of Bassett Memorial United Methodist Church, 2805 Riverside Drive, Bassett, VA 24055 or to the Alzheimer's Association, 308 Craighead Street, Suite 104, Danville, VA 24541.
Arrangements are by Collins Funeral Home in Bassett.
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January 2, 2013
Vern Houston
Kevin and family so sorry for your loss you are in my prayers
December 31, 2012
Robert & Hilda Starling
Tommy and Family, we're sorry to hear of your loss. Please know we are remembering you all in our prayers. We wish you God's peace and strength during this time.God Bless.
December 31, 2012
Richard Colby
I was blessed in this life to meet Mrs. Draper and the Draper Family. My thoughts and prayers will be with everyone in the Draper Family. May our Good Lord and God be with you in this time of need.
December 30, 2012
Kim Draper
Mr. Draper,Tom, Kevin and girls thinking of all at this time. My deepest sympathy go out to all of you.
December 30, 2012
Kay Gilman
Tom, My deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mother. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you and give you comfort.
December 30, 2012
Kevin,
Please know that Bruce and I have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May your memories and the support of family and friends bring you comfort.
Jean & Bruce Vukoson (Chapel Hill, NC)
December 30, 2012
Linda Johnson
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 29, 2012
Lisa Pearman
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