Photo courtesy of Cease Family Funeral Home - Park Rapids
Park Rapids, MN, Minnesota
Dec 31, 1941 – Jan 7, 2026
John W. Derr, 84, of Park Rapids, MN, died January 7, 2026, with his wife Joy and four children, David, Elizabeth, Amy and Andrew by his side. The couple lived in Braddock Heights, MD for many years before retiring to their home on Long Lake, near Park Rapids, MN. Born in 1941, Jack was a 1959...
Read MoreI will always be grateful to Senator Derr for his help in awarding me a grant in law school to pay for my books. I was a young mother living in Frederick and attending law school in Baltimore. I have had a wonderful career in the law. My sympathies to his family.
Theresa Adams
January 17, 2026 | Friend
Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Geoffrey Abbott
January 17, 2026 | Bethany Beach
I first met Jack shortly before he began serving in the Maryland State Senate, while we were both associated with Frederick Underwriters. It was always a special day when we had a chance to talk, and I cherish the friendship we shared. It has been many years since our paths crossed, but knowing Jack was a true privilege. Joy and family. I hope your fond memories and the support of family and friends help you through this sorrowful time.
John Jaffee
January 13, 2026 | Friend
Joie Derr Chantry I loved my brother dearly and love you, his family, very, very much also.
Joanne Chantry
January 11, 2026
