Christine Ann Draper (24 Dec 1942 - 18 Apr 2017)

In loving memory of Christine Ann Draper who sadly passed away on the 18th April 2017.

The following is a short tribute to Christine and her life.

Christine Ann Draper (maiden name 'Dove'), was born on December 24th, 1942.
The Daughter to proud parents Irene Mary Dove (maiden name 'Hallam') and Samuel Dove.
Her Mother was a housewife and her Father was a Coal Miner, as well as serving in both World Wars I & II.
She was a loving sister to Samuel Dove, Frances Mary Dove, Ralph Dove, Rosie Dove and John Dove.

In her younger adult years Christine was married to Clive Denman, and together they were parents to Clive Lloyd Denman, Tina Redgate (Denman) and Nicola Denman.

Christine eventually went on to marry Stewart Draper on October 27th, 1973 and remained happily married for almost 44 years until her recent passing. Together they were parents to Stewart Harold Draper.
Christine was a loyal and loving wife, a very proud Mother to all of her four Children and also a very proud Grandmother to eleven Grandchildren.

Christine's working life was varied in her younger years; including jobs at the Musters Club, the Palais and Bairns-Wear as a Machinist. She eventually found her love and natural expertise in caring for people in her role as Auxiliary Nurse at the St. Francis Unit of Nottingham City Hospital, where she worked for the majority of her working life.
Even after retiring, Christine worked 2 - 3 nights per week for the Nottingham Hospice as a Palliative Care Nurse.

Christine was very much a spiritual person. A natural healer, carer and mediator. She was loyal to all of her friends and family and would happily share her wisdom with anyone who wished to listen. Life and soul of the party, sociable and would strike a conversation with anyone.

An avid follower of football, until her illness became too debilitating, Christine would often go to watch Nottingham Forest, and was a true fan. She spent a lot of time watching her Grandsons playing football too.
Christine enjoyed eating out and holidays, spending time with her family and liked nothing better than a good old 'family do', whatever the occasion. She was so supportive to all of her children and looked after all of her Grandchildren regular, which meant she spent a lot of precious time with her Grandchildren, making them very close.

Christine was also very fond of music and enjoyed listening to all sorts of bands and artists, as well as watching bands and live acts when she had the opportunity.
For a number of years Christine and Stewart had a caravan up in North Somercotes on the East Coast. They spent many happy weekends and weeks there and it was a big part of their social life and enjoyment for a long time.

Christine was a natural peace-keeper and would always try her best to resolve issues and disputes between people. She always managed to see the best in people and tried never to judge people.

Later in her life Christine was sadly diagnosed with IPF (Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis). IPF is a chronic, progressive and fatal disease, with no cure. Christine managed to live an almost full life, knowing the IPF was progressing. Until the later stages of the illness eventually meant she was reliant on continuous oxygen therapy and bed bound.
Even in these horrendous late stages, Christine could still manage a smile for her family and friends, as well as a laugh or two. This bravery and defiance was testament to the amazing lady she was.
Her close family had the honour of caring for her at home and she always had a family member with her. Never being alone in her most arduous times, the people close to Christine did all they possibly could to make her as comfortable as could be expected with such a debilitating condition.

Christine Ann Draper will always be remembered by all that had the pleasure of knowing her and her spirit will live on in the many special memories she has left us all with. She was liked, respected and loved by so many and will never be forgotten.

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