Draeger, Marvin (1927-2015)

DRAEGER, WELCH, JAYCOX, ABENS

Posted By: Colleen J Ossman (email)
Date: 11/2/2015 at 19:08:11

October 14, 2015
The Daily Freeman Journal

Marvin (Marv) Wayne Draeger, 87, of Webster City, died Tuesday, October 13, 2015 in Ames. Boman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements (Bomanfh.com) His service will be held Friday October 16, at 11:00 AM at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Webster City with Rev. Dr. Michael Kroona officiating. A visitation will be Thursday 4 6 at Boman Funeral Home.

He was born November 28, 1927 in Webster City to Albert & Pearl (Welch) Draeger. He graduated from Webster City High School and joined the US Navy shortly thereafter where he served on the USS Alabama, until his discharge in August of 1946.

Marv & Anita were married on December 18, 1950 in Humboldt, IA. He worked as a salesman for many years. The Hamilton County Fair Board hired him to be the board secretary for several years. About 60 years ago he realized his dream to be a crop and cattle farmer. In 2003 they moved to the farm where Marvin continued farming.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 191. Marv enjoyed ballroom dancing, but the thing he lived for was farming.

His family includes his wife of 65 years; three children: Debbie (Lynn) Jaycox of Webster City, Douglas of Fort Dodge & Mark (Pam) of Webster City; three grandchildren Scott (Juli) Jaycox of Webster City, Sara (Tyler) Abens of Webster City & Alex (Sierra) Draeger of Humboldt; and several great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, grandson Mark, and 2 brothers Melvin & Raymond. Memorials can be given to donor's choice.