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Memories and Condolences
for Derrick New
Kristi Kegley
January 3, 2006
hey derrick, i just thought i would keep in touch by writing in here too. i went and seen you on christmass with melissa..i started to think about how much fun you made school and all the funny things you said and quoting tupac on everything. when people talk about you i get this feeling i cant explain i just want you back here so bad, i know your in a better place and we cant be selfish but i love you derrick..so many people miss you. you honestly had something really specail in you always made people laugh i miss that the most.i promise ill visit you soon again until then look over us all and rest in peace i love you.
Kaykay
To derricks Family:
i saw the article in the paper around thanksgiving you put in there thats really thoughtful and i wanted to say thank you for it, it was nice to see it in there you all are honestly the most caring people i ever met!! i can see why derrick was so nice and caring you raised an awsome loving boy!
Kristi Kegley
January 3, 2006
hey derrick, i just thought i would keep in touch by writing in here too. i went and seen you on christmass with melissa..i started to think about how much fun you made school and all the funny things you said and quoting tupac on everything. when people talk about you i get this feeling i cant explain i just want you back here so bad, i know your in a better place and we cant be selfish but i love you derrick..so many people miss you. you honestly had something really specail in you always made people laugh i miss that the most.i promise ill visit you soon again until then look over us all and rest in peace i love you.
Kaykay
To derricks Family:
i saw the article in the paper around thanksgiving you put in there thats really thoughtful and i want to say thank you for it, and thank you for having us over to derricks dads house after it all happend you all are so kind and i hope all the good memories help ease the pain im so sorry for what happen...
Basketball Stars: 3-Myles, 4-Mark, 5-Derrick
December 15, 2005
Mark, Myles, Zena and Derrick
December 15, 2005
Kelli Roatch
November 28, 2005
To Derricks Parents-
I just wanted to keep in touch with you like I promised, sorry it took so long to actually act on it! I was the one with Derrick and talked to you at the house. I go see Derrick often and sometimes its hard but other times I look at the picture and just have to laugh to myself because I remember all the goofy things he would do and say. We all miss him very much, you raised such a beautiful son who was full of life and love. I posted my email so dont be afraid to use it :)
Janet DeRusha
November 18, 2005
Derrick,
There is hardly a day that goes by that you are not in my thoughts. There is no way to fill the void your absence has made in your families' lives. We all miss you today and will miss you always.
Aunt Janet and Family
Karuna Thomas
November 15, 2005
DERRICK,
I finally got a chance to visit ur grave last week. I'm so sorry it took me such a long time to come visit u!!! But it felt very nice to talk to u again & to see ur beautiful face on ur grave...I miss u so much buddy! If u remember, last year during this exact time was when we first started talking...god, i can't believe what a difference an year can make!!! I hope u r doing good up there...and i can't wait for the day to see u again! I LOVE YOU and miss u with all my heart and soul!!!!
Charitie Foss
September 16, 2005
~* DERRICK NEW*~
Hey Derrick, iM sorry I didnt write you sooner sweetie but i just found out about this guest book. Man I remember when we were just youngins back in elementary! haha crazy. I miss you so much! We had a couple classes with eachother last year right before you passed! i remember when we had history together and i heard you talking to burgess and them saying how I was wet(pretty). And I was listening like "WHAT IS THIS KID TALKING ABOUT!!!" Then I talked to burgss nd asked him why he was saying that and i found out it just means I was pretty! LOL! Well the teacher is kicking me off right now so I will be back to reminisce (okay I dont know how to spell) Luv YA! CHAR
Alisa Michaelson
August 10, 2005
Derrick was so nice and a sweet heart and i considered him a friend. I feel like it was destiny that i had the privelege to meet him. I feel like he was my secret angel sent from God. He showed me how to be a friend towards others and that it was ok to be yourself. I will never forget the things that he did for all of us. I was just getting to know him before we all lost him. He always told me how he just loved my 3-point shot in basketball so in my last AAU basketball game, i went in and scored a 3 for him. I still cry to this day over his death. He always taught me to follow my dreams and im a rapper so he gave me the courage to record my demo and send it in to the top record companies today. I've even written songs for him. I go visit his grave at least once every two weeks. Derrick was also my crush. I miss him soooooooooo much. I pray that God gives us all the strength to get through this. And if anyone needs i shoulder to cry on, im here for ya. I wish i was there that night to take the punch for him. Derrick cared about everybody. Im gonna miss him like i already do with every piece of my heart :'( I pray that God richly blesses him. And i know he is watching over each and every one of us. I pray that God blesses Kathy and Phillip who lost their only son. i pray that he blesses us all to be strong and help us all get through this. When you look up at the sky and see the shining sun, it's Derrick smiling down on us. And just the way he died is so saddening. I loved that boy! I see people wearing Derrick New t-shirts, hats, pants, bracelets, etc. It's just so amazing that we have all this support towards him, his family, and the rest of our friends. And i pray that we can look at Derrick's death and take it as a way of teaching us all that we will no longer fight and have anger towards one another. We will talk things out. Like Derrick, we will all make peace and be a friend to everyone. I just wish the whole school could hear this statement i am making. And it shouldnt take something this tragic for us all to see that. Even if you dont like someone at school, make peace with them. Do it for Derrick. We all lost our peacemaker and we needa be there for eachother in these hard times. God Bless everyone of you. And Derrick, please watch over me. I love you and i miss you like crazy.
Your friend,
Alisa Nicole Michaelson
Kent Hamre
August 9, 2005
To the family and friends of Derrick-
I had the honor of knowing Derrick as a student. He was an absolute joy to be around and is missed dearly by anyone who knew him.
With deepest sympathies-
Kent Hamre
(RAHS social studies)
Casey Miller
August 9, 2005
I got to know Derrick towards the end of the school year and his sense of humor and great personality made class more enjoyable. He was very funny and I'll never forget his laugh or his smile. I miss you Derrick... you were a good friend and I hope you're watching over me, you're always in my heart.
Callie Keeney
August 1, 2005
Derrick and I became closer this year and i always looked forward to seeing him. His smile, his laugh and just the way that he talked could always light up the room. He liked to think that he "taught" me things often and it always made me smile. I will always remember him and cannot wait for the day when we meet in heaven. Thanks for watching over me....i love you derrick
<3 Callie
Kristi Kegley
July 28, 2005
Hey Derrick,
sorry it took me so long to write to you..i went and visited you the other day, i started to think about all the memories i have of you and i thank you for giving me so many good memories!!Like when in gym class you would wear those ugly black shoes and how you use to always make fun of me cuz i couldnt wink and the time you cheered me up when i had a bad day with a teacher at roseville, Derrick you always seemed to brighten every room you walked into just with you crazy jokes and that smile!i'll never forget you- i miss you man please keep watching over all of us.." im derrick new "
To Derricks Family- i pray for you all every night im so sorry for your loss and everything and i thank you all for letting us come to derricks dads house to talk..it meant a lot to all of us!
Love Always,
Kristi
Anna Kindred
July 11, 2005
Dear New Family,
Our family would like to extend to you our deepest sympathy because of your great loss of Derrick. Death leaves a heartache that only Almighty God can heal.
John 11:24,25
Karuna Thomas
June 21, 2005
Derrick,
even though i only knew u for a short time, i am so glad that i got a chance to get to know u in my life. u have changed my life in so many ways. u have taught me so many things...what would i have done without u last year???? u were there for me when i really needed someone...
i still can't believe u r gone derrick...it all seems like a bad dream. but i know u r in a better place now. a safer, better place than all of us. and someday, i know i will see ur beautiful face again...until then, may ur soul rest in peace! I LOVE YOU lots!!!!
chelsea neamy
June 19, 2005
to derrick's family-
derrick was a powerful person, who could open people up and give us a different perspective on life. he was always smiling and could brighten anyone's day with his bigger-than-life sized personality.
i must admit that i was too afraid to attend his services, and am deeply saddened that i didnt. i don't do so well with loss, and must apologize for being so selfish, when you and your family are hurting with so much pain.
i hope you can find some comfort in knowing that derrick's legacy and influence will live on in the hearts of 2200 students, hundreds of teachers, and thousands of others who have heard his story.
there is an empty hole in the community where derrick's personality used to be, but one day, we will meet with derrick again, for he is waiting patiently above. until then, we will think of him always.
our thoughts and prayers are with you,
Amber
June 18, 2005
Hey... im sorry to hear about Derricks death i really miss him myself i would love to hang out with him just one more time but i know i cant i will always love him. I really just remeber derrick and vanessa the most we all grew up. But know all we can do is talk about all the good times. I know theres nothing no one can do to bring him back but he will always be loved he was a great friend, son brother and uncle. I love you Derrick
Amber
June 18, 2005
Hey... im sorry to Derricks lose i really miss him myself i would love to hang out with him just one more time but i know i cant i will always love him. I really just remeber derrick and vanessa the most we all grew up. But know all we can do is talk about all the good times. I know theres nothing no one can do to bring him back but he will always be loved he was a great friend, son brother and uncle. I love you Derrick
Sean and Marta Shore
June 17, 2005
Phil and family:
We're shocked and saddened by your terrible loss. You're in our hearts and our thoughts.
jamie kutscher
June 17, 2005
to the new family i dont know any of you guys but as i rad the newspaper and find a young kid my ages dies it hurts and makes me show love and support to you guys i will pray for you and may god bless you!!!
Patricia Willey
June 16, 2005
Kathy, I just got the news today
and was heart broken for you and
your family. I'm sorry I never had
a chance to meet Derrek because I've always heard such wonderful things about him from his Aunt Jan. From all the
letters it sounds like he touched
many lifes, for the better. I pray
for strength for you and your family.
Natalie Rose Stroter
June 16, 2005
To Danielle & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your baby brother. I never got the pleasure of meeting him, but you talked about him so much and I know he was a good person. I have you and your family in my prayers, now you have an Angel to watch over you guys. God Bless You and Your Family.
Sharon Randall
June 16, 2005
To the New family,
I am so sorry to hear about Derrick.
My prayers goes out to you all.
I know it's a hard time for your family, but GOD will bring thorough this. Keep the faith and I'll keep praying for your family.
Regina L. Jackson
June 16, 2005
Our hart felt sympothy go out to you and your family at this time of great loss. God's mercy and grace will keep you strong as we accept the master's plan, with it's pain and pleasures.Dear cousin Phill, I did not have the pleasure of knowing your child. But my memories of growing up and fishing with you and my Dad (Kenny) bring joy to me. I hope your precious memories of your son will soon comfort you.
this love comes form ,
Mildred, Regina and son Leo Jackson
KYLE JOHNSON
June 16, 2005
To Phil, Vanessa, Danielle, and Kathy:
I first met Derrick approximately four years ago in the accompany of my brother and said to myself within minutes...what a knucklehead. It was obviously to me that day that these two were two peas of the same pod. When they laugh, their faces lit-up, and when they smiled, you couldn't help but to smile as well.
Honesty, between the two of them that day I couldn't decided who made me laugh the most. They both were equally impressive in their own special way. And that is how I'll remember Derrick, in my own special way. It isn't often that we are bless to be in the company of wonderful people such as Derrick.
People like Derrick, like my brother, they only come along once every generation, once every decade. So to say Derrick wouldn't be miss would be an aberration. Derrick, along with individuals such as himself will surely be missed. During this time of grief...I say to the New Family, we know of your grief, we know of your sorrow and pain. May the lord be with you and yours during this time of need as he has been for us.
If huggie bear was here, he too would be sadden by your loss...stay strong Vanessa!
Jenae
June 16, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Derrick New.
I am so sorry for your loss, but he will always be with you.
Myles Hughes
June 16, 2005
To the family of Derrick New
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Derrick. What I'll remember most about Derrick is that he always made you laugh, and he always knew how to light up a room with his smile. I had lots of fun playing on the same basketball team as Derrick about 7 or 8 years ago. I wish the best to Philip, Kathy, Vanessa, Danielle, and all the people that loved him. God bless, and I'll see you later. Love, Myles
Joe Bilotta
June 15, 2005
Phil and Cathy,
I just tonight heard of the loss of your son Derrick,I pray that god will give the two of you strength as you walk thru this time.
Roscoe Robinson
June 15, 2005
to the family of Derrick Scott New :
i'm terribly sorry for the loss of your son , brother , uncle , cousin , nephew and friend .
my family and I just suffered the loss of my own brother on Monday , June 06 , 2005 , and laid him to rest this past Saturday , June 11 , 2005 , so i believe i know just how much you all are hurting right about now .
i really hope God will comfort your hearts and give you all the strength and ability to accept his decision to take Derrick .
I never met Derrick , but i'm sure he was a lovable kid and will be missed terribly , but hopefully , you all will continue to allow God to lead and guide you all through the rest of your own individual journeys through this life .
May God Bless Each and Every one of You . *smile*
Tara Sullivan
June 15, 2005
To the Family of Derrick~
I am deeply saddened by this terrible loss, I wasn't real close with Derrick but had the priviledge to have a couple classes with him. He was truely one of the best people i have ever met, he could turn the worst day into one of the best, he always made me and everyone else laugh, and his laugh, that was infectious, along with his smile toO! He is in a better place, and will be missed by so many...you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong. God Bless.
Love,
Tara Jean Sullivan
Tony and Kristi Bruno
June 15, 2005
Phillip and Kathy --
Neither Kristi nor I can express our sorrow at your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless,
Richie Douglas & Rhonna Douglas West
June 15, 2005
Dear Phil and Kathy,
It has been many years since we have seen you and your family. We are so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...
Rob Zachman
June 15, 2005
Dear Philip, Kathy,
Surely I can never understand the grief and the horror of the loss you both have suffered. Nor am I very well connected to the deep faith that must be your strength and support now. But I am so very thankful for that faith that I know you have. And I pray that it will carry you safely through these sad and lonely days.
My thoughts and prayers are with you both, and with Derrick and Vanessa and Danielle, and all of your families.
......
I last saw Derrick as a baby... I have a vague reccollection of holding him in my arms during a visit. All those years slipped away when I read the Saturday paper and saw first a picture of my old friend Philip, then it clicked that I had seen him on the front page too. Somehow I can see Derricks whole family in his handsome young face. And the look of loss in Kathy's face cuts sharply, deeply into me. Such sadness and pain is not meant to be borne alone. All your family and friends, distant or close by, will each, one-by-one, step up close to you and walk with you for a few steps, sharing their strength with you, sharing your pain.
Love,
Rob and Deborah Zachman
Dominic Thayer
June 14, 2005
Dear Family,
I never knew Derrick, but from what i have heard, he was an amazing kid. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.
Tom, Dorothy and Garrett Rutherford
June 14, 2005
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Derrick will be missed by so many people. May it bring your family peace to know the joy, friendship and love that he shared with so many individuals will live on forever. He touched many lives and brought much happiness to those who were fortunate enough to have known him. God Bless!
Autumn Haas
June 14, 2005
I've known Derrick sence we were in around 5th or 6th grade and though i moved in my 6th grade year when i returned we became good friends once again, that night i was at the party and has just missed Derrick by not more than 5 minutes, just a few days before his death we were telling each other how happy we were to soon be seniors, i am so sorry for your loss, i know that he will be deeply missed by all, but he is now in a better place... always remeber him, expecially his laugh
Gerald & Anna Marie Booker
June 14, 2005
Dearest Phil and Family,
We were heartbroken to hear about your son. He sounds like he was an amazing young man. He will be remembered in our prayers along with you and your family.
God Bless You and Keep You!!!
Gerald Booker & Anna
Michael & Tamera Gregersen & Zukauska
June 14, 2005
My son went to school with Derrick and talked to him a couple of times. My son says that Derrick was a good guy. Michael's and my prayers are with your family in a time of a tragity such as this.
Here is a poem that I hope will help with your greif...
To All Parents
I'll lend you for a little while
a child of mine, He said.
For you to love, the while he lives
and morn for when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years,
or twenty - two or three,
But will you, till I call him back,
take care of him for Me?
He'll bring his charms to gladded you,
and should his stay be brief,
You'll have his lovely memories,
as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay,
since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over
in My search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes,
I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love,
nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate Me when I come to call to take him back again?
"I fanctied that I heard them say,
Dear Lord, They will be done.
For all the joy Thy child shall bring,
the risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness,
we'll love him while we may,
And for the happiness we've known,
forever greatful stay.
But should the angels call for him,
much sooner then we've planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand."
Annonomous
David Skeer
June 14, 2005
Vanessa, Kathy and Family - I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask.
Steven Belden
June 14, 2005
Phil and the entire New Family,
I am extremely sorry for your loss. You welcomed me and my children into your lives several years ago and I was so impressed with your loving family. You helped show me what family is all about. Derrick represents everything good and loving I have come to know about your family and he will be missed.
Lisa Schuck
June 14, 2005
Kathy, Phil & Family,
Words can't express the emptiness that comes from loosing a loved one especially a child. Our family is also feeling this great loss. Our familys have been friends for a great many years. We have shared births, baptisms, graduations and yes, even death.
When we look at Eric, we can't imagine a time when Derrick wasn't a part of his life. Our two kids have been friends since they were babies. They have grown up together, played sports together and have shared a great many things. Sarice thought of him as another little brother, who liked to annoy her, yet she cared for him very much. As for Jimmy and I, Derrick was just like one of our own kids. We will miss our little "goatboy", which is what we called him. Never again will we hear him say "Lisa, You know you love me, now fix me some grub" or see him walk in with a big smile on his face saying" I have curls for the girls!"
Yes little "goatboy" you have left a lasting impression in all our lives. You are now a bright star that will shine down on us. We love you and you will not be forgotten.
Love,
The Schucks
Sandy Schiefelbein
June 14, 2005
Phil,
My deepeest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Lerris Cooper
June 14, 2005
Phil, I'm so sorry for your loss. It has been many years since we talked when we worked together at Control Data. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Lerris Cooper
Katie Anderson
June 13, 2005
Dear Derricks Parents.
My name is Katie Anderson. I met Derrick 2 years ago when I was a freshman at RAHS,we became good friends,but unfortunately didnt talk as much this yr. I just wanted you to know that he changed my life and made me so much more open to the world..with his kindness and love for everything he did. Ive been crying and laying in bed for 3 days straight, and then finally got the strength to come look this up online tonight.Although I have never met you, I want you to know that im deeply hurt and sorry for his loss..in my mind he will never be forgotten.
-Katie Anderson
Carrie Fisher
June 13, 2005
Dear Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of loss..
God Bless
Nicole Murphy, Katie White, and Krista Tossey
June 13, 2005
Kathy, Vanessa, and family-
We just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Kofler
June 13, 2005
Kathy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through these hard times. "When we lose someone we love, we gain an angel we already know." Bless you all.
Elinda Harrison
June 13, 2005
Phil, Vanessa, Danielle, Kathy & Family,
Although I've only known Derrick for the last 5 years, I feel as though I've known him longer. He was such a joyful person and a happy kid. He exuded positive energy and confidence. The last time I saw him was in April and he greeted me with a big smile and a hug. He touched my heart and so have all of you.
May God be with you and may He help you through this. I love you and I feel very bless to have my own memories of Derrick, that I can share and cherish. My prayers are with you.
Debbie McLean
June 13, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. It's so hard to understand why things happen like this. Vanessa & Kathy - if there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to ask. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shalonna McRoy
June 13, 2005
Dear Cousin Derrick,
Although we were separated by several miles, you have always remained in my heart. I will truly miss you running through Aunt Ruth's house every summer with your best friend, huffing and puffing from a water balloon fight and things of that nature. I'll miss snapping pictures of you while shouting, "Oh my God, you're growing up! Is that peach fuzz on your face?!" And your slight annoyance with me for stating the obvious.
It brings a little comfort to me in remembering that you knew the Lord and that you are someplace where you are loved tremendously and where your smile will allow Heaven to be ten times brighter. Welcome Home.
I LOVE you Derrick, and I'll see you soon.
Love Always,
Cousin Shalonna
Stacy Belair
June 13, 2005
My friend and I TAed for a class that Derrick was in and he'd always come over to Mrs. Poppe's desk to talk to us. He always made us laugh and we'd always look forward to seeing him everyday. I was there right after it happened and I cannot believe what a tragedy this is. Derrick and your family has been in my prayers since Thursday night and will remain there.
Sarah and Jeff Watson
June 13, 2005
Phil and family,
We cannot begin to imagine the pain and grief you are feeling right now. You all have been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard about Derrick. If there is anything Jeff or I can do, please do not hesitate to ask. Derrick sounds like a wonderful person. We know he will be missed.
Scott Carlson
June 13, 2005
I have been a very close friend of the New family for over 30 years,and have known Derrick his entire life. I have no doubt in my mind that Derrick would have continually grown to be a man of God, and also be very successful in his adulthood. He was always respectful and polte to me,,but yet was a typical teenager too! My kids Sarah , Ben and Alex knew Derrick and appreciated his humor and antics. The entire Carlson family will greatly miss him, are saddened by this tradgedy,but know he is looking down from Heaven knowing he touched many lifes,and was a all around good kid.
Connie Berg
June 13, 2005
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Derrick. What a great tradegy it is to lose someone so young and with so much to offer.
I had Vanessa as a pre-school student at Central Lutheran.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Best regards,
Connie Berg
kimberly snell (johnson)
June 13, 2005
Ruth, I am so sorry for your loss. It has been many years since we talked. Ceramics at Grammas house and Gillette. If I can do anything, let me know. I'm thinking of you.
Cheryl Koehnen
June 13, 2005
Kathy,
I'm sure you don't recognize my name, I am Jack's wife (Jack Koehnen at Beissel Window and Siding). I never had the opportunity to meet your son, but I wanted to tell you how sorry Jack and I are that you have had to suffer such a tremendous loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Koehnen
Sharon Ross
June 13, 2005
Although I didn't know Derrick, I was saddened by the news when I heard that another young man had died and for no justified reason. It is good to hear that this young man had a relationship with God. So many of our young men are dying and don't even have a relationship with God and that is extremely sad.
Just know that your family is in my prayers for strength to accept what God allows.
Be Blessed
Teresa Kidd
June 13, 2005
Dear Family and Friends of Derrick,
I am very sorry to here of the loss of your beautiful son. Know that I have you all in my prayers. I know that Derrick is in heaven and at peace. I pray for the love of God to hold you all up in your time of sorrow. Much love to you all.
Teresa Kidd
Former-ST. Paul Reformation Member
Gina Pierson
June 13, 2005
I've known Derrick and his family for many years and throughout Derrick was always a shinning star.
He will truly be missed.
To his family, you have my deepest sympathy and I will hold you in my prayers each any every day.
God Bless.
Angela Skeer
June 13, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I'm so very sorry for your tragic loss.
Christina Steele
June 13, 2005
To Danielle and Family. I did not know Derrick but Danielle talked about him daily at work so he was just like a brother to us. The Record Center staff at Briggs and Morgan send out our deepest condolences to you and your family in hopes that you will find peace in your heart. Know that he is in heaven watching over you and he is okay. May God help you through your time of sorrow.
Joan Nordgren
June 13, 2005
Kathy, Vanessa, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers all weekend. God bless you all!
Dan Kuchinski
June 13, 2005
Vanessa, Kathy, & Family -
I was so sorry to hear about Derrick. Your family has endured more than most could ever imagine. I also know that you are a strong family, and will pull through this with the support of your friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace to Derrick - Dan
Jeffrey Plude
June 13, 2005
I'm so terribly sorry for the loss of Derrick.
Your family was so supportive to Sandra, Pierre, Sandra Lee and all of us when Jonathan died and again when my father died.
If there is anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. You have my deepest sympathies.
Bob Swanberg
June 12, 2005
Derrick was in my confirmation class. Over the year I saw him quietly grow and mature with confidence. That was five years ago. The first weekend of June I saw Derrick at church when I visited Community Covenant. Derrick was there warm and open to me and enthusiastic about his senior year and the decision process to come. Though his story has ended here on earth, I have in my memory the faith of a young man who felt his life had a purpose. That purpose is now our in our lives.
God bless us through Derrick's memory.
Darryl Hunter
June 12, 2005
Ive known Derrick since 3rd grade basketball and even then he was a funny kid and ive always loved him for that. and i have kept in touch with him since then. He was the type of kid that no matter how bad of a situation you were in he would make you laugh to get your mind of of things and i will miss him for that. My prayers go out to his family. Derek you will never be missed and one day you will see all of us again
Stacy Anderson
June 12, 2005
To Family and Friends of Derrick,
I've once said that the students that keep the teachers on their toes the most are the ones that we tend to keep closest to our hearts. I will truely miss seeing and listening to Derrick in class, in the halls, and when he would come to my classroom throughout the day asking about his grade and how he could get it higher. My heart goes out to both friends and family. Please know that I am keeping him in my thoughts and prayers.
Stacy Anderson
(FACS Teacher at Roseville)
dominiqu rodriguez
June 11, 2005
I had Derrick in my Current Events class my senior year. Him and a few others made the class fun. He was always doing or saying something that made everyone around him laugh. He was a good person from what I seen.
To his loved ones I am so sorry for you loss. He will be missed by many
~~~~~Dominique Rodriguez 04'
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