DREW, Cyril --- 1911-2001

GRIFFIN, DREW, COLLINS, PECK, DODGE

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Date: 1/7/2011 at 18:49:12

Cyril Drew

Cyril Drew, 90, of Waukon, died Feb. 11, 2001, at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Funeral services were held Feb. 13 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Waukon under the direction of Father Allen Schmitt. Burial was in St. Benedict's Catholic Cemetery, Decorah.

Cyril was born Jan. 7, 1911, the son of Frank and Margaret (Griffin) Drew.

As an adult, he was a regular at Toe Tappers events, as he enjoyed dancing immensely. He also loved fishing, bingo, and spending time with his many friends, including his special friend, Bernice Clarke of Waukon.

Cyril is survived by two sisters, Marie Collins of McGregor and Lewine Peck of Yucaipa, CA; sister-in-laws, Lorraine Drew and Leona Drew, both of Waukon; a special niece, Dorothy Drew of Cedar Rapids; several other nieces and nephews; great-great nieces and nephews Nicole Butschi, Amanda Peterson, and Dylan Peterson; and several other great-great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by a sister, Pearle Dodge; and six brothers, Franie, Harry, Paul, James, Walter, and Larence.

Pallbearers were Dean Drew, son of the late Harry Drew; Brian Drew and Matt Drew, sons of the late Paul Drew; Donny Drew, son of the late James Drew; Brad Butschi, husband of great-niece; and Paul Peterson, husband of great-niece.

Hanson Funeral home of Waukon assisted the family.

Postville, Iowa newspaper of the time clipping, from Dorothy Schave's obituary collection.