Obituary of Kynerd Drew

Kynerd Drew, age 93, of Pittsburg passed away peacefully Friday morning in Pittsburg surrounded by his family. Mr. Drew was born August 8, 1923 in Camp County, Texas, to Guy and Iva Harris Drew. He was a graduate of the Pittsburg High School class of 1940. Kynerd served in the United States Navy during World War II. After his return home he wed the love of his life, Ruth Carpenter, on December 21, 1946.

Kynerd is survived by his wife of 70 years, Ruth Drew, and their daughter, Mary Fannin and husband Jimmy. Also left to cherish his memory is his granddaughter Susie Brookshire and husband Jason, a great-grandson: Drew Brookshire, and a host of dear friends.

Kynerd was preceded in death by his parents: Guy and Iva Drew, and a granddaughter: Julie Fannin.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, July 9, at the funeral home, with Bro. Roy Eledge to officiate. Burial will follow at Matinburg Cemetery in Camp County. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, July 8, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M.