Thomas A. Derr

Thomas A. Derr

Thomas Derr Obituary

Published by Bertas Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Chaska on Dec. 17, 2013.
Derr, Thomas A. Age 75, of Chaska. Retired 30-year pilot for Northwest Airlines. Survived by wife, Claudia; children, Sarah (Timothy) Hook, of Richfield, Kenneth Derr, of Richfield, Debbie (Phil) Smith, Oroville, CA; stepchildren, Alyssa (Adam) Morris, of Coon Rapids, Rochelle (Chris) McCavin , of St. Louis, MO; 9 grandchildren; brother, Dennis Derr, of Atlanta, GA; sister, Nancy Dichert, of Atlanta, GA. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10:30 AM at St. Victoria Catholic Church, 8228 Victoria Drive, Victoria. Visitation one hour prior to mass at church. Burial at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. Bertas Funeral Home Chaska (952) 448-2137

This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Thomas Derr's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

December 11, 2019

Paul Best posted to the memorial.

December 19, 2013

Someone posted to the memorial.

December 19, 2013

Jean Derr posted to the memorial.

Paul Best

December 11, 2019

I still think about Tom when Im working out at the Chaska Community Center. His humor, wit and all around genuine goodness will not be forgotten. Will always miss our talks about our careers in the airline. RIP on your flight west my friend.
Paul Best
Delta/ NWA

December 19, 2013

My deepest sympathy and prayers.

Dick Johnson

Jean Derr

December 19, 2013

On behalf of the Jim Derr Family, I would like to send our condolences to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Karen Bramer

December 18, 2013

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Kelly & Walt Brunotte

December 17, 2013

Claudia and Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!! It was great having Thom in our choir and he will be forever missed!!

Many Blessings,
Kelly & Walt

Gene McCracken

December 17, 2013

Claudia and family,
Our sympathy and prayers go out to you and Tom's friends.Tom and I were in the same class at Northwest Airline.
He will be missed, but he is in a better place.
Sincerly Gene

December 17, 2013

Claudia and family,
Deepest sympathy from all Tom's fitness friends at the Chaska Community Center.

Tom and I met years back at the center and became great friends in the process. He will be missed by many. Heaven just got a whole lot better.

Sincerely,
Paul Best
Pilot Delta/NWA

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in Thomas Derr's name

How to support Thomas's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Thomas Derr's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Sign Thomas Derr's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

December 11, 2019

Paul Best posted to the memorial.

December 19, 2013

Someone posted to the memorial.

December 19, 2013

Jean Derr posted to the memorial.