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Frances G. Draper

  • June 24, 1921 - December 2, 2011
  • Benson, Vermont
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“Fran, you were a good nurse and I enjoyed working with you all those years ago - God bless and rest in peace ”
1 of 7 | Posted by: jane crossmon - vernon, VT

“This Christmas we shared memories of being on the farm and all the fun we had together growing up. Frances was always taking care of everyone, she...Read More » ”
2 of 7 | Posted by: Liz Morgan - Elyria, OH - Sister

“Peter and Family, Losing a loved one is never easy. We wish we could be there for you during this difficult time. ”
3 of 7 | Posted by: Laura and James Elkins - IN

“Kelly and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the honor of knowing Mrs Draper, and what a joy she was. I know that she held each...Read More » ”
4 of 7 | Posted by: Jeff & Mark Herman-May - Hinsdale, NH

“There's nothing anyone can say to make the loss of a loved one easy. Just know that there are many out here who can empathize with how you all are...Read More » ”
5 of 7 | Posted by: Joan Evinger - Sellersburg, IN

“I am so very sorry for your and your families' loss Peter. I wish that i could be there for you like you were for me not so very long ago. I know...Read More » ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Cassandra Waddell - Sellersburg, IN

“My deepest sympathies go out to you all, but to Bob and Larry most of all. I know what it is like to lose your Mother. At any age it is devastating...Read More » ”
7 of 7 | Posted by: Todd Taylor - Charlestown, IN


Benson, VT- Frances G. Draper, 90, formerly of Draper Lane in Brattleboro died Friday afternoon, December 2, 2011 at her home in Benson following an extended illness. Mrs. Draper was born in St Albans, Vermont on June 24, 1921 the daughter of Edward and Lucinda (Robinson) George. She was raised and educated in Fletcher, Vermont and was a graduate of Bellows Free Academy, Class of 1940. She later attended a business school in Burlington and in 1974 earned her L.P.N. from the Thompson School for Practical Nursing in Brattleboro. She had been employed as a nurse at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital working on the med-surgical floor retiring from BMH in 1983. On a part-time basis she worked for Northeast Medical Co. performing physical exams for the agency. A devout Catholic she was a communicant of Saint Michael's Roman Catholic Church in Brattleboro for 40 years. Of her pastimes and interests she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, fishing, gardening and reading. On October 18, 1940 at Saint Anthony's Catholic Church in East Fairfield, Vermont she was married to Robert F. Draper who predeceased her in October of 1998. Survivors include two sons, Robert Draper, Jr. of Benson with whom she made her home, Lawrence Draper of Brattleboro, one sister, Elizabeth Morgan of Elyria, Ohio, seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters, Glenna Cassell, Barbara DeMag and Edith Ball, and a brother Charles George. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:30 A.M. at Saint Michael's Catholic Church with the Very Rev. Richard O'Donnell, V.F. pastor, celebrant. Burial will follow in Saint Michael's Parish Cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the Atamaniuk Funeral Home on Wednesday from 6 to 8 P.M. Memorial contributions in Mrs. Draper's name may be made to, The Gathering Place 30 Terrace St. Brattleboro, VT 05301 or to the First Response Squad of Benson, P.O. Box 199, Benson, VT 05731.