William J. Draher

Age 83, of Augusta, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in the Arbors of Minerva. He was born January 11, 1943 in Minerva to Vertin and Leona (Nichols) Draher. He retired from PCC Airfoils in Minerva where he had worked for 35 years. He graduated from Minerva High School and is a member of the VFW Aux. #4120 in Minerva and a former member of the Minerva Sportsmans Club and the Minerva Eagles Aerie #2199.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn “Peg” (Rine) Draher who died in 2022, daughter, Margaret Myers, a sister, Kate Gardner, 3 brothers, Ed, John and Don Draher and a great grandson. He is survived by 2 daughters, Vickie Draher and Paula (Tom) Crawford both of Augusta, son-in-law, John Myers of Malvern, 6 grandchildren; Carrie (Rich) Keuhn, John W. Myers, T.J. (Terri) Crawford, Taryn (Terry) Best II, Tabitha (Thomas) Feiock, Caleb Draher, 16 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson.

Following cremation, a graveside service will be held Tuesday, July 21st at 1:00 p.m. in Heritage Memorial Gardens with Rev. Gene Hydrick officiating. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.