OBITUARY

Carl Willard Draine

June 10, 1921April 18, 2018
Obituary of Carl Willard Draine
Carl Willard Draine, 96 years old, died 18 April 2018 in Kokomo, Indiana. He was born 10 June 1921 in Greeneville, Tennessee to William Reason Draine and Eva Gertrude (Holder) Draine. Survived by children Carol (George) Herr, Richard (Ann) Draine, Diana Riddle, Sherri King and William “Randy” Draine; five grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and six great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by two wives, Mary Helen (Burton) Draine and Virginia (Stagnoli) Draine. Also grandson Garry Herr and great granddaughter Stephanie Riddle, a brother Herman Draine and sister Anna Draine Weinhorst, three half-brothers, Jacob Roscoe, James Asberry, and John Franklin Crabtree. Carl worked for Delco Radio and retired from Chrysler Corporation as a member of UAW Local 1166. Our beloved father, a true hero, served as a proud, patriotic soldier in World War II as a combat medic, achieving the rank of Tech Sergeant. Great thanks to Guardian Angel Hospice, especially Kathy, Julie and Tracy. A private family graveside service will be held at Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.sunsetmemorygarden.com.

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