Russell Draper Obituary
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Born on February 24, 1957 to Melvin Draper and Vivien (Kane) Byron in New London, Ohio, he was a 1975 graduate of Hillsdale High School. Russell was employed with the Bob & Bob Door Company in Mansfield for numerous years as a technician, before retiring in February of this year
Those who will cherish his memories include his father, Melvin Draper; significant other, Christine Bencivengo of New Jersey; four children: April Wrobel of Ashland, Eric Draper of Ashland, Nicole (Simon) Dritz of Lake Worth, Florida and David Draper of Mansfield; three grandchildren and one great grandchild on the way; two siblings: Melanie Watson of Jeromesville, Ohio and Donald Draper of Mansfield, Ohio; numerous other relatives and friends who will miss him deeply.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Vivien Byron.
Per request of Russell, no services will be observed. Any memorial contributions can be given in Russell's memory to any organization or charity of the donor's choosing.
The Barkdull Funeral Home & Crematory in Shelby has been honored to assist the Draper family.
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