Robert Drapalla, 71, of Yorktown passed away Monday, August 25, 2025. He was born August 4, 1954 in Cuero to Pete and Justine Kortz Drapalla. He enjoyed the solitude of the outdoors and worked most of his life in the oilfield.
He is survived by his mother Justine Drapalla, nieces Rebecca Ramos and Melissa (Larry) Garcia, great-nephews Gary (Kaylee) Garcia, Joshua (Samantha) Garcia, Jeremiah Garcia, and Great-great-nieces and nephew Grayson, Peyton, and Brooke Garcia.
He is preceded in death by his father Pete Drapalla, and sister Nancy Brandt.
Memorials may be given to MD Anderson Cancer Center or Texas Children’s Hospital.
Private services will be held at a later date.