Officer Jon C. “Kip” Draper
Died on January 25, 2004
Utah Department of Wildlife ResourcesAccidental: Medical
Officer Draper died while conducting a routine check of wildlife traps in Straight Canyon, near Orangeville. When the 40-year-old victim failed to report in, searchers located his body approximately 50 yards from the road. He had collapsed and died from a heart attack while hiking through deep snow. Officer Draper was married and the father of five children. He is buried in Centerville City Cemetery. His bronze name plaque is sponsored by the Utah Conservation Officers Association.
To the family of Officer Draper. May God always shine on you through your grief and loss.
God Bless
formerly OPD
I knew Kip personally, Kip was a man that always had a smile on his face. He was a great friend to not only my father, but to me as a young boy as well. God bless his wonderful family that he has left behind.
I miss you brother…….
God bless you Cindy, your doing an awesome job with your family!