Drew D. Waples 1984 - 2020

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Posted By: Connie Swearingen (email)
Date: 9/22/2020 at 21:00:08

Onawa Democrat
16 September 2020

Drew D. Waples, 35 of Sioux City, died on Sunday, September 6 after suffering an accidental, fatal fall at his home.

There will be a private immediate family only service on Saturday, September 12 at Waterbury Funeral Home, Sgt. Bluff, IA due to the COVID epidemic. There will be a Celebration of Drew’s life for family and friends at a later date.

Drew was born October 27, 1984 to Doug and Sue Waples. While growing up Drew was active in Cub and Boy Scouts, Tae Kwon Do, band and choir. Drew had a lifelong love of music, played the trombone, and discovered his super bass in high school choir. After graduating from West High he attended W.I.T. He was also accepted as a member of the Cliff Singers at Briar Cliff.

Drew enjoyed traveling and seeing new places; after graduation he traveled to England and lived there for a few months exploring the countryside.

He worked various jobs, at the Marketplace Coney Island, as a Parking Valet at the Belle, directing traffic at Interstate Speedway, and a Quality Control Representative at Edge Teleservices.

Drew was a whiz with computers, loved learning, and was especially interested in Science, Politics, and cared deeply about the environment. Drew loved sharing his interests with family and many friends. With his caring, friendly attitude he made friends easily and enjoyed people. His family held a special place in his heart. On family vacations he was happiest swimming, fishing, and kayaking; especially with his beloved nephews. They loved him in return and enjoyed playing computer games, watching TV and spending time with him.

Left to cherish his memory are his parents, his brother Chad, sister-in-law Katie, nephews Ethan and Caleb, as well as his nephew from China, Scott (Guanen Guo). His many aunts, uncles, cousins, his good friend Alex Widner, and many other friends.

Drew was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Lucile and Francis Miller of Pisgah, IA ; and Gwen and Don Waples of Onawa, IA.

Please direct memorials to Drew’s family.