Donald Drew
June 6, 1932 ~ March 18, 2015
Donald Drew, 82, of Cedar Rapids, died following a brief illness on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City, surrounded by his family. Funeral Mass: 10 a.m. on Monday, March 23, 2015, at All Saints Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids, by Rev. John R. Flaherty. Visitation: 3-6 p.m. on Sunday at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, with a vigil at 5 p.m. Burial: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.
Survivors include his wife, Sarah; children, Mark (Paulette) Drew, Diane (Mike) Micka, Gary (LeAnn) Drew, Julie (Joe) Corpstein, Casey Drew, and Jody (Steve) Schmitz; siblings, Darlene (Bill) O'Malley, Walter (Mary) Drew, Ralph Drew, John (Sandie) Drew, Joan (Gary) Schumacher Dekko, and Dorothy Drew; 19 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.
Donald was born in Waukon, Iowa, the son of James and Luella Drew. On October 19, 1953, he married Sarah in Waukon. He worked at Hubbard Milling Co. for 37 years, retiring in 1995. Don enjoyed his walks on the nature trails, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He had a deep faith and was a believer of St. Jude. Don will be remembered for his great sense of humor and his great advice. He will be dearly missed.
He was preceded in death by a son, Duane.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital.
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To Julie, her family, and the rest of Don’s family – please accept Cindy’s and my deepest sympathy on the loss of this man who meant so much to all of you. May you draw strength from each other and the many friends who are standing beside you.
Steve & Cindy Wendl, Anamosa
Julie and all of the Drew family, You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Don. Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that we have the hope of being together again with our loved ones when the Good Lord finally calls our name.
Brad & Kelli A’Hearn
Sending our deepest sympathy to all of the Drew family. We have childhood memories that always go back to the laughter and lightheartedness of the Drew’s. You are in our prayers. The Fowler Girls, Kathy Jordy and Paula
Mark, sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My sympathy goes out to you & your family.
Take care, Lezlie
Just sending a short note to express my sincerest sympathy to Don’s wife & family. Don& I shared a very special turning point in our lives some 30 yrs. ago this past Jan. & Feb., when we were room mates at the Shankland treatment center in Monticello. I’m sure that I couldn’t have picked a kinder, & gentler man to share my treatment experience with. Don helped me get through this experience in a much easier way, thanks to his kindheartedness & his great sense of humor! Our time spent together as “roomies” will always be treasured! I’m sure that he was a very kind & loving husband,father, & grandfather to all of you & will be greatly missed! Sincerely, Marty & Jane Marugg, Worthington, Ia.
Drew Family – I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Whenever I saw your Dad and Mom at church they always had a smile and were so friendly. Your dad seemed such a happy sweet man. Thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Cindy (Hammel) Lesmeister
Drew Family, sending our deepest sympathy to all of you. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Diana (Welsh) Powers and Ramona Welsh