Kyle Draper formerly of Mr. Pleasant and currently of Logan Utah, passed away in his sleep at his home on September 12, 2023.

Kyle was born in Calcutta, India on August 18, 1988. His parents Douglas Draper and Shauna Hepworth adopted him on April 2, 1989. He was welcomed into his family and loved like their own.

Kyle had many health challenges throughout his life. He was born with Cerebral Palsy and lost his left eye at four and a half years old. Kyle underwent many surgeries and many hours of various therapies. He never complained and was a bright spot for others. Kyle was a very happy guy. Everyone loved his big smile and friendly attitude. He made lifetime friends everywhere he went.

Kyle was an “old” soul. He liked old movies, old music, and older people. He always continued to learn, he enjoyed music, trying new recipes and making friends. He loved history and especially information about the U.S. Presidents. His loved holidays but his favorite was Christmas. He would put up his Christmas tree in October.

Kyle was a very determined young man and tried his best at whatever he wanted to achieve. He graduated North Sanpete High School in 2006 with honors and was his Senior Class President. He attended Snow College in Ephraim, Utah. He enjoyed getting to make friends living in Ephraim at 5 different apartments. He worked at the counseling office. Kyle fulfilled a service mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Ladder-day Saints while living in Ephraim.

Kyle made the move to Logan, Utah in 2014. He kept active and enjoyed being independent. He served others and did volunteer work at the mall.

Kyle had many Special mentors, teachers, therapists and friends helped him increase his quality of life. Stan and Teresa Clark family of Garland Utah included him as one of their own. He was very close to TaNeal Jenkins (Mt. Pleasant) and Diana Robbins (Manti) special friends who helped him fulfill throughout his life.

Kyle was proceeded in death by friends; Colton Dyches (Moroni) Bryce Warren (Tremonton) Curtis Hardman and Mickey Frodsham (Logan). Also, grandparents Val and Beverly Moore (Salt Lake City), Eva Staker (Mt. Pleasant) and Uncle Pat Moore (Salt Lake City).

Kyle is survived by his parents Douglas Draper (Mt. Pleasant), Shauna and (Terry) Hepworth (Mt. Pleasant). Siblings Kristy (Dave) Mayo (Mt. Pleasant), Klint Draper (Fairview) and Kim (Jaymes) Lamb (Wales). Many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 23, 2023 Fairview Dance Hall 65 South State Fairview, UT. Open house from 2:00-6:00 pm Casual dress