Robert Draper

Robert M. (Bob) Draper
On Saturday, September 5th, 2026 Bob passed away doing what he loved best, being with his wife, Emma Lu for more than 73 years. They were married in the Salt Lake LDS temple on August 28, 1953. Bob was born January 31st, 1934, in Ogden, Utah to Thomas L. and Mabel Edvalson Draper. Bob was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, holding many positions on both the ward and stake levels. He was a Scoutmaster and saw 23 scouts receive the Eagle Scouting awards. He also enjoyed several trips to Lake Powell with the scouts and their families. He nd his eternal companion served 4 missions for the church. Bob was employed by the O.U.R. & D. Railroad, Utah Power and Light, a realtor, owned many apartments buildings, owned the Montgomery Ward catalog franchise in Ogden and Logan, and was also a school teacher. He graduated from Weber State University with a dual B.S. Degree. He built and refurbished homes as a hobby. He enjoyed traveling, especially visiting family. He is survived by his wife Emma Lu; children, Kirsta (Dan) Dosher, Oregon, Rockland (LaNett) Draper, Farmington, Shauna (Dean) Wheelwright, Missouri, Lance (Lori) Draper, Texas, Bryce (Jill) Draper, Ogden, Kent (Alisa) Draper, Farmington, Melinda (Tom) West, Ogden; 23 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Bob's family was everything to him. He was precede in death by his parents and siblings. A viewing will by from 9AM to 10:15 AM at The Waterfall Canyon Ward on 3254 Polk Ave., Ogden, UT. funeral will be held at 11 AM at the church with Bishop Nathan Starley conducting. Interment to follow at Memorial Gardens of the Wasatch in South Ogden. The funeral may be live streamed at: https://myersmortuary.livecontrol.tv/434969f5

Friends and family are invited to share photos and memories of Bob on his memorial page at www.myers-mortuary.com/obituaries/robert-draper-2026.

All services entrusted to Myers Mortuary in Ogden.