Obituary of Clyde W. Draper

Clyde W. Draper, age 87, of Claymont, DE, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024 at Christiana AccentCare Hospice. Born and raised in Milford, DE, Clyde made his home in Claymont for the past 60 years, having previously lived in Wilmington, DE. He dedicated his career to medicinal chemistry, working for AstraZeneca until his retirement. Clyde was an Eagle Scout and went on to serve as Scoutmaster for Troop 62, he took pleasure in the monthly camping trips and the outdoors. An adventurer at heart, Clyde enjoyed skydiving, hang gliding, white-water rafting, and exploring local auctions and flea markets. He was known for his over-the-top backyard 4th of July parties in the 1970's. He also found great enjoyment in watching murder mysteries. Clyde is predeceased by his parents, John Clyde and Ethel Hollinger Draper, and his brother, William R. Draper. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 66 years, Patricia A. Stone Draper; his four children, David (Linda) Draper, Kim (Bobby) White, Troy (Laura) Draper and Donald (Maria) Draper, and; his sister-in-law, Maryann Draper; five cherished grandchildren, Jordan (Eric), Christopher (Caitlin), Hunter, Zachary, and Giovanni; and four great-grandchildren, Daniel, Cecelia, Laine, and Louisa. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd., Garnet Valley, PA. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment will remain private. Online condolences may be shared at www.paganofuneralhome.com.