Ann Ellyn Deolazarra

Ann Ellyn Draper deOlazarra, 85, of Salem, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2015. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Maurice deOlazarra and her treasured parents, George William Draper and Pearle Irene Van Dyke Draper. She is survived by her adored little sisters, Georgenia Draper Compton, Theda Draper Blackwelder and several nieces, nephews and cousins, especially Brenda (Ronnie) Musgrove, all of whom she loved dearly. Ann was a member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church in Salem. She belonged to P.E.O. sisterhood and Delta Kappa Gamma International Teachers Society. Ann taught in the Roanoke City schools for many years. Her students were her pride and joy. Helping them learn and grow in knowledge and confidence was her calling and delight. A public interment will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2015 in Sherwood Memorial Park; 1250 E. Main Street, Salem where bagpipes will be played in her honor. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m., at St. Pauls Episcopal Church; 42 E. Main Street, Salem, with the Rev. James W. Lively and Rev. Dr. David Dixon officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 12, 2015 from 6 until 8 p.m. at John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home in Salem. Special thanks to Judith Mills and Melissa Harvey; Our Lady of the Valley and especially Snyder Nursing Home for all their thoughtful and loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Pauls Episcopal Church, or Roanoke College; 221 College Ln., Salem, Va. 24153. An online guestbook is available by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.Visitation

Friday, June 12th, 2015 6:00pm - 8:00pm,

John M. Oakey & Son

305 Roanoke Blvd Salem, VA 24153

No Extra Staff Needed

Service Information

Saturday, June 13th, 2015 11:00am,

St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church

42 E Main St Salem, VA 24153

Interment Location

Sherwood Memorial Park

1250 East Main Street Salem, VA 24153