Photo courtesy of Vensil & Chute Funeral Homes - Frazeysburg
Dresden, Ohio
Sep 28, 1965 – Jun 11, 2017 (Age 51)
Derrick Keith Dorsey, 51, of Heath, Ohio died Sunday morning June 11, 2017 at his home. His loving family was at his side.
Derrick was born September 28, 1965 in Newark. As a child he lived between Hanover and Perryton. He moved to Heath and was a 1984 graduate of Heath High School. At Heath High School he excelled in both academics and sports. He was a member of the Honor Society and was selected as All-State in Track and Cross-country. He was a very avid runner and continued his running throughout his adult life. In 1989 he graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor's degree in business administration. He was a computer consultant, contracted with Columbia Gas. Derrick was a member of the Harrisburg United Methodist Church and a life member of the OSU Alumni Association. His greatest joy was his family and he was very active in all of his children's activities.
Surviving are his parents, Barbara and Roy Hammer of Heath; his beloved soul mate, Tricia Honaker; a daughter and son, Olivia Dorsey and Noah Dorsey, both of Dublin; his brothers, David (Rhonda) Dorsey of Nashport, Rod (Chris Hammer) and Russ (Kim) Hammer, both of Newark and Gregg Hammer of Mt. Vernon; his sisters, Denise (Ron) Parsons of Beavercreek, Ohio and Jessica (Shawn) Sullivan of Newark; four nieces, five nephews; a great nephew, Levi and his cousins, Rick Wheeler and Glen and Ouida Wheeler.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Glen and Ora Dell Wheeler, a nephew, Christopher Parsons and a great niece, McKenzie Wefler.
Calling hours will be 4pm to 8pm Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at the Frazeysburg Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home, 110 West Third Street.
Funeral services will be 11:00am Thursday, June 15, 2017 at the funeral home with Rev. Edwin L. Martin officiating. Burial will be in Perryton Cemetery.
Derrick's family wants to give a very special thank you to all family and friends for their help, prayers, cards and support and to Hospice of Central Ohio for their great care and support throughout.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Ohio.
I will forever remember all the times that me and my brother tried to be totally the opposite of each other.I take all those memories, and hold them deep in my heart. I know that his spirit will always be on this farm. watching over me,standing right next to grandma , grandpa, and Chris.I will visit him all the time, and miss him forever.
Dave Dorsey
June 15, 2017 | Nashport, OH
Many prayers to Derrick's family.
Jackie Vance
June 14, 2017 | Commercial Point, OH
I will miss you my friend ❤
Shelly Ehmann
June 14, 2017 | Grove City, OH
Barb, Denise, and David, Please know that your families are in my heart and prayers during this tough time.
Kim Chesser Mosholder
June 14, 2017 | Newark, OH
May GOD BLESS Family and friends
CHERYL JEFFERSON
June 14, 2017 | GALLOWAY, OH
Barb, Roy and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray you find some comfort knowing Derrick is at peace and resting in heaven with God, now and forever.
❤ Hugs, Prayers and God Bless
Karen (KK) Kaylor-Blake
June 13, 2017 | Newark, OH
May the God of everlasting comfort and good hope be with Derrick's friends and family during this most difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
Deepest sympathies
Marshall
June 13, 2017
Sending my deepest sympathy to Derrick's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers; may fond memories and the support of friends and loved ones bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Ann Napoletan
June 12, 2017 | Columbus, OH
Sending you my sincerest sympathies....I remember Derrick from Track... just know that he was dedicated and an inspiration to me.
God Bless You All.....
Take Confort in knowing Love Lives Forever❤
Celeste Willmann-Chafin
June 12, 2017 | Rancho Viejo, TX