Jerry Draper

     Jerry Lee Draper, 68, of Clayton, OK passed away peacefully from this life at home with his family by his side on  Tuesday, November 17, 2020.  Jerry was born August 25, 1952 in Littlefield, TX to James Waylan & Virginia Darlene (Pryor) Draper.  Jerry loved outdoors, gardening, hunting and was an avid fisherman.  He loved to take people hunting and fishing.  He was a loving Christian family man, hardworking; always willing to lend a helping hand.  He especially loved his grandchildren.  He left his mark on the community with his talented ceramic tile craftsmanship.   He graduated from Tishomingo High in 1971 and was a member of Cross Community Church, Poteau.  He was preceded in death by his mother; grandparents, Roy & Opal Pryor; brother in law, Tom Loeffelholz.

    Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Kim; sons, Daniel & Kathy Draper of Shady Point, OK; Dustin Draper of Shady Point, OK; daughter, Leah & Steve Culwell of Poteau, OK; grandchildren, Taylor, Luke, Abbi, Logan, Curtis, Hanna, William, David & Cortney; sister, Joyce Loeffelholz of Norman, OK; other relatives, loved ones and friends.

    Memorial services will be 1 pm, Friday at Cross Community Church in Poteau with Jason Waymire and Rick Snyder officiating.