Obituaries

Larry Allen Draper, 65, of Bassett passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 23, 2022, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 02, 1957, in Martinsville, Virginia to the late Lonnie Eugene and Mary Thacker Draper. In addition to his parents his was preceded in death by his sister Bobbie Faye.

Larry worked at Stanley Furniture for many years before becoming disabled. He also enjoyed working on anything mechanical.

Larry is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Draper; a daughter, Brandi Fulcher, son, Larry Mathew Draper (Victoria), his grandchildren who he loved unconditionally; Luke Fulcher, Aiden Fulcher, Colin Fulcher, Makenna Fulcher, Regan Fain, and Rylan Draper. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters, Phyllis, Patsy, Teresa, Carroll, Stafford, Ricky, Ronnie and Debbie.

There will be a private service held for Larry on Monday, September 26, 2022, with Pastor J.D Walker officiating.

Bassett Funeral Service is serving the Draper family.