Dennis James Draman died on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017 at his home outside of Mocksville just five days short of his 68th birthday. His death followed a period of declining health and he recently came under the care of Hospice.

He was born on Nov. 27, 1949, the son of the late James Kenneth Draman and Marjorie Ellen Ellis Draman. He grew up as a farm boy in the agricultural community of Stuart, Iowa, and after high school he attended college in Missouri.  He was a hard worker and a determined man to the end. He has called Davie County his home for more than half his life. He was a self-employed owner/operator of SER, Inc. in Mocksville.

Survivors: a daughter, Anne Vernier and husband Joel of Mocksville; a sister, Karen Draman of California; 4 grandchildren, Brendan, Sophie, Collin, and Carson Vernier; and his partner in life, Faye Vickers.

In keeping with his wishes, no formal services are planned. The family requests privacy and may have a celebration in memory of his life later.

Condolences: at www.daviefuneralservice.com.