Funny. Devilishly handsome. Mischievous. Kind. Sensitive. That's how I would describe Derek from the time I knew him when we worked together. I remember one time I was having a very bad day at work and Derek gave me a big hug and helped me work my tables. And I saw him do that for others, he just empathized with those who were down. But he also made work fun and we shared a lot of laughs together. My condolences to his family and close friends, it's a such a huge loss to lose someone with a huge personality and big heart. And the world's loss for losing such a hottie (I
know he'd laugh at that). Rest in Peace Derek ❤
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I miss you more than I can even say. I'd give anything to give you another hug, to see your smile. I want us to laugh just by looking at each other, knowing exactly what one another is thinking. I miss you teasing me and the girls and always being my protector. I LOVED being your baby sister and the days will never be the same. You were so talented and you never realized your capabilities. If you only knew how much you are loved! The girls and Matt miss you so much, Hay has your letter from Thanksgiving, broke her heart when she found it in her room. It was an honor to have you walk me down the aisle to marry the love of my life; you gave me to a family you were already so loved by, since you were apart of their family before I even met Matt. They love you, dearly. I will make sure your sweet kids will feel so loved by our family; they each are growing up into such incredible individuals. Say Hi to our family up there! We love you and miss you so much. Hate that you and Scotty had to leave us so early. There's not a day that goes by you both aren't in my thoughts. RIP big bro, I will rock your Cardinals hat in your honor but, only on days Seattle isn't playing 😜.
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I love you all, praying and thinking about you all. Derek will be missed greatly. Spread your wing cousin ♥️
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