Obituary of Family-Placed-William Draper

Family-Placed ObituaryWILLIAM DRAPER "Bill" Bill Draper, 84, passed away of cancer on January 24, 2011 in Lake Worth, FL. Bill was born in Wilton, NH, August 4, 1926, son of the late Harry and Inez Draper, and brother of the late Harry and Robert. Bill was predeceased by Dick Byron, his companion of twenty-nine (29) years. Bill was self-employed, part of a successful painting partnership for fifty (50) years with his long time friend,Verne Rogers. Bill is survived by Dick's daughters, Linda Ferrante, and her son, Domenic; Joanne Byron Buchanan (Michael) and their children, David Bradshaw, and Elizabeth Buchanan; and several nephews and a niece. Bill was known for his generosity. His friendship and companionship will be sorely missed. Internment will be Sunday, February 27, 2011, 11:00 AM at Palm Beach Memorial Park, 3691 Seacrest Blvd, Lantana (I-95. exit 60 east, at first light go south on Seacrest). A Celebration of Life, immediately following, at 15047 Forest Lane, Loxahatchee, FL. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries