Viola VIVIAN Draper's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2025 in Cedar Hill, Texas

Viola VIVIAN Draper

February 25, 1928 - August 21, 2025 (97 years old)

Cedar Hill, Texas

Viola VIVIAN Draper's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2025 in Cedar Hill, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Golden Gate Funeral Home and Crematory

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Viola VIVIAN Draper

February 25, 1928 - August 21, 2025 (97 years old)

Cedar Hill, Texas

Viola VIVIAN Draper Obituary

The passing of Viola VIVIAN Draper in Cedar Hill, Texas, born in Kemp, Texas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 21, 2025 at the age of 97. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Viola VIVIAN Draper or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As Viola departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Viola. Though Viola may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her daughter Constance Loyd. She is survived by: her children, Donald McCartney, Clifford McCartney, Niki Draper, Sandra Gatson and Lisa Loyd. She is also survived by grandchildren, alongside a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

A wake was held on Tuesday, August 26th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Golden Gate Funeral Home (4155 S R. L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75224). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 27th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St Matthew Baptist Church (1020 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146). A burial will be held on Wednesday, August 27th 2025 at the Lincoln Memorial Park (8100 Fireside Dr, Dallas, TX 75217).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Golden Gate Funeral Home and Crematory



Tue

Aug 26

Wake

Golden Gate Funeral Home
4155 S R. L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75224

Wed

Aug 27

Funeral service

11:00 AM

St Matthew Baptist Church
1020 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146

Wed

Aug 27

Burial

Lincoln Memorial Park
8100 Fireside Dr, Dallas, TX 75217

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