Derick John Syhlman

Dear Patty, Brian & family, Darrell, Trevor & I are so sorry to hear about Derrick. The photos shared here are beautiful and have to be so comforting for your family. I these. Take care, and relish the memories of your beautiful son. Much love and hugs for you all. The Naccaratos

Though I didn´t have the honor of knowing Derick personally, I feel like I know a part of his story through the lens of those of us who have witnessed or walked alongside the disease of addiction. The pain of losing such a bright, kind soul is felt deeply - even by strangers. Please know that my heart is with your family. The way you described Derick - as a scholar, artist, and friend who made others feel loved - shows that his spirit was one of pure goodness. Addiction may have touched his...

Derick was kind and funny, the kind of person who could make you laugh even on the hardest days. I´ll always remember him in the sunlight of the Spirit, where his light still shines Grateful for the time we shared and sending love to his family and everyone who loved him.

As a member of the community, I wanted to extend my deepest condolences. May "the God of all comfort" support you through this difficult time.

Hands down Derick is the reason I´m sober today. He was there for me when I first got sober and helped me by listening and sharing with me on our many car rides to and from sober functions. He came with me to a wedding as my sober date so I wouldn´t have to face it alone. He was so kind and loving and a true kindred spirit. His words and actions I carry with me 15 years later. I´m so grateful that my life was graced with his presence. I pray he has found peace with God in heaven. He helped so...

Brian & family, so sorry about your son, Derick! It is not an easy road to travel, we have been there! Love & hugs to you and your family!! Allison Boyington Steinmetz

Forever in my heart, bby.

Derick had the best smile and was always laughing.