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In Memory

Ron Draves - Class Of 1963

OBITUARY FROM NW INDIANA TIMES, MAY 20, 2008:

Ronald Draves passed away peacefully May 17, 2008 at the Tidewell Hospice Center in Sarasota, Florida. Born May 6, 1945, Ron was a long time resident of Hobart, a 1963 graduate of Hobart High School and an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired to Florida in 1995.

Survived by his loving wife Mary of 42 years, two children, Laurence (Jennifer) Draves of Burns Harbor, and Larry (Julie) Draves of Valparaiso, five grandchildren: Marianne, Harrison, Christian, Aubrey and Bethany Draves, two sisters, Sharon (Jim) Prage, Darla Good, and one brother, Jim (Michelle) Draves, and several loving nieces and nephews. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Kenny and Lois Draves. Ron had many wonderful traits, but will be remembered well for his willingness to give to others, his sense of humor, and the wisdom he passed down through the generations. Ron will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Ron will be brought back to Hobart where he will be laid to rest next to his parents. There will be a memorial service held for Ron in the month of June.

This information was obtained from: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/nwitimes/obituary.aspx?n=Ronald-Draves&pid=110022885