Obituaries

Frank Leslie Draper, 84, of Ridgeway, Virginia passed away Friday, January 19, 2024. He was born January 6, 1940, in Martinsville, Virginia, to the late Frank Lester Draper and Gladys Parcell Draper.

Frank was a member of the Victory Baptist Church in Fieldale, Virginia. He was a skilled carpenter and held the position of Fire Marshall for the City of Martinsville for 15 years. He also served his country as a Master Sergeant for the United States Army.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Shirley Agee; brothers David Draper (Sonny) and Leslie R. Draper.

He is survived by his wife Jeannie Handy Draper; and sister Lemma Sue Cobbler.

The funeral will be held Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Roselawn Burial Park in Martinsville, Virginia with Pastor Dan Schelling presiding.

Wright Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the family.