Howard J. Drager Jr., age 88 of Willow Grove, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia, PA on October 10, 1936, to the late Howard Joseph and Mildred (nee: Nilan) Drager Sr. Howard was raised in Glenside, PA and graduated from Abington High School. He was a forklift driver for Western Electric Company for many years before his retirement and was a proud US Marine. He met the love of his life, Mary Jane (nee: Graham) Drager and married for 50 beautiful years.

Howard was an avid sports fan, supporting the Philadelphia teams. Howard thrived on his daily routine. His community could find him on a daily drive or reading in various places. He could always be counted on for a funny one-liner. Above all else, Howard loved to be close with his family.

Son of the late Howard Joseph and Mildred (nee: Nilan) Drager Sr.; Devoted husband of the late Mary Jane (nee: Graham) Drager. Howard is survived by his loving children, Christopher & Christine Drager, and Pamela Drager & John Hamilton; his beloved grandchildren, Taylor, Courtney, and Sean Drager; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins to share fond memories.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at St. David Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, July 3, 2025 from 10 AM to 10:30 AM. Funeral Mass will follow with Father Windle immediately following visitation.

Howard will be laid to rest with military honors at George Washington Memorial Park. He will be finally reunited with his beloved wife.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Howard's name may be made to St. David's Roman Catholic Church. ( https://stdavidparish.org/ )