Elizabeth “Betty” Draper, age 86, of Springfield passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021 at her home. Per Ms. Draper’s request a private graveside service will be held in the Elmwood Cemetery.
Ms. Draper was born May 13, 1935 in Nashville, TN to the late Robert Polk and Elizabeth Williams Draper Shivers. She was a homemaker and member of the Springfield First United Methodist Church. She loved Springfield, was an animal lover, loved housekeeping, flowers, antiques and helping manage property.
In addition to her parents Ms. Draper is preceded in death by her brother, Robert Draper. She is survived by her children, Bob (Eunhea) Sneed, Martha (Alan) Dodd, Sherry (Joe) Bollinger and Mary “Libby” Burton, all of Springfield; grandchildren, Kathy Sneed,Alanna Dodd, Daniel Dodd, Misty Reid, Bridgett Anthony, Melissa Burton and Aaron Burton; 3 great-grandchildren; and special friend and caregiver, Sheila Baxter.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Food Box Ministry at Springfield First United Methodist Church. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.
