Samuel Draper Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Samuel Draper Jr. of Martinsville, Virginia, whose life came to an end on July 24, 2025 at the age of 72, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Samuel Draper Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel William Draper, Sr. and Shirley Tatum Dodson; his brother Timothy Dodson; his grandparents, David Hairston and Ollie Hairston; and his great-grandparents, Bud, Viola Tatum and Arrie Hairston.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Taylor Draper; his daughter Lateisha Fuller (Darrell); his goddaughter Jasmine Dandridge; his son Porouko Draper (Marvetta); his siblings, Teresa Redd, Don Draper and David Draper; his grandchildren, Rakeem Perkins, Quamarious Kirby and Tanaysia Blackstock; and his great grandchildren, Nova Perkins and Raylan Perkins.
