Sam A. Dragotta, 76, of Waco died March 27, 2004 at Providence Health Center, Waco. A native of Beaumont, Mr. Dragotta was a United States Army World War II Veteran.
His parents, Christorfold and Virginia DiStefano Dragotta; and his brothers and sisters, John Rao, Frank Rao, Joseph Rao, Bessie Rao Granger, Josephine Dragotta Nero, Frances Dragotta Geer and Jasper Dragotta, preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Hidalgo; and numerous other loving nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont. A gathering of family and friends will be Monday evening, March 29, 2004 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Beaumont Division, P. O. Box 7015, Beaumont, Texas 77726-7015 or to a charity of choice.