Bruce Derr

Coach Derr was a quality gentleman and I was fortunate as one of the many to know him. As a young Army officer at Camp Zama, Coach allowed me to coach with him as the line coach during the mid 1970s. His special ability to coach, teach and treat all his players and coaches as gentlemen carried on to success on the field. Coach, you will always be missed by all your former colleagues and athletes. This world was a much better place because of Coach Derr.

Coach Derr, A coach to many and a friend to all. Rest In Peace

Easily the best coach I've ever had or met, a sentiment that I'm positive is shared by hundreds of others that were fortunate to be mentored by him. It's a rarity to find the combination of kindness, personal concern, effectiveness and competitiveness that Coach Derr encompassed. It's no surprise that he made everyone around him better, whatever the sport or endeavor. I had the fortune of being able to communicate with him occasionally over the years, and he will always be one of my...

Coach Derr was an institution at Zama. No doubt he touched many lives and will be sorely missed by all! Deepest condolences to his family! Go Trojans! ZHS 1982-84

Much sympathy to the family. My son considered him a principal he could call a friend. Rest in peace, Mr. Derr.

Mr. Derr, you have been a kind, loving teacher to a very poor PE student like me. Thank you so much for warm memories. Please rest in peace.

May Bruce rest in peace. He was an awesome human being!

Memories of Coach will live forever. I am certain.