Derek Luptak
BISMARCK - Derek Luptak, 33, of Bismarck, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, resulting from an accidental injury sustained in his home.
Derek's life will be celebrated in Billings at the Elks Lodge (934 Lewis Ave, Billings, MT 59101) on Monday, March 21, 2022 with a memorial starting at 4:00 pm and a dinner reception will follow into the night.
He was born January 22, 1989, in Billings, MT, the son of Dean and June (Whitney) Luptak. He graduated from Billings Senior High School in 2007, where he was a standout goalkeeper on the soccer team. He was instrumental in winning a state title for the Broncs in 2004, was named all-conference in 2005 and first team all-state his senior year. He also won three state championships with his Magic City club team. His success on the pitch earned him a scholarship to play for the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, where he resumed his soccer career while earning a bachelor's degree in business as well as his MBA.
Derek was an avid outdoorsman who went nowhere without a fishing pole. What most would consider an obsession, he simply saw as the best way to live life. Derek once told his family that part of his hesitation to adopt a career was fueled by his desire for weekday fishing. He also enjoyed snowboarding, hunting, and spending time at the family farm in Montana. His priorities were certainly his own and few could truly disagree with them.
Through everything, Derek surrounded himself with people he loved. His uncensored, outspoken personality was a magnet that pulled in people from all stages of his life that he considered family forever. He was rarely serious about anything and constantly joked with, laughed with, and uplifted others. He absolutely lived each day to the fullest.
Derek is survived by his mother June; father Dean; sister Josilyn and nephew Drake Moore; brother Brian (Tana) and nephew Casen; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends as well as a special love in his life, Kaytlyn Worthington.
Please go to www.bismarckfuneralhome.com sign the online guestbook and share memories with his family.
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Ken and Sandy Kunkel
March 21, 2022
Dear June and Dean. Our deepest sympathies to you. We are so saddened to hear of your loss of your dear son Derek. We remember Derek at Senior High and his talent on the soccer field. Our daughter Anna commented that he was such a wonderful person. Please know that you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lil Anderson
March 19, 2022
June, I was so sorry to read about Dericks death. I can´t imagine the pain you must be feeling right now. Please know you have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Gibble
March 19, 2022
June and family, I am so sorry about your loss. I will be thinking of you and praying for you. May you feel comforted through God's love at this time.
Broadway Grill and Tavern
March 16, 2022
We will miss your jokes, your words of wisdom and your black notebook of things we need or need to do "Derek's Lovenotes" You will be in our hearts forever.
Love from your Broadway Family
Vicky Stricker
March 16, 2022
I was extremely sorry to hear about the death of your son.
I understand the pain of losing someone so young.
Please know that you are in my prayers and if I can help in anyway I am only a phone call away.
May God hold you in his loving care.
May your friends and family help you through this really tough time.
Broadway Grill and Tavern
March 16, 2022
We will miss your jokes, your words of wisdom and your black notebook of things we need or need to do "Derek's Lovenotes" You will be in our hearts forever. Love from your Broadway Family
Karen Berger
March 16, 2022
Derek will be greatly missed. He was a good friend to my son Brandon who loved him dearly. Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you during this very difficult time.
Joan and steve Schey
March 16, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss! We remember him fondly from the Magic City soccer days!
Guy
March 16, 2022
Rest well brother.
Suzie Warren (Dental hygienist)
March 16, 2022
June and family- I'm so very sorry for your loss. Your pain is unimaginable and you are in my prayers.
Rosina Kastelitz
March 16, 2022
There are no words adequate to express my deepest sympathy and shared sadness of this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you each walk your individual journeys of grief.
Doug Lovely
March 16, 2022
June, Dean, Brian and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Derek. I have fond memories of Derek and Brian growing up next to us. Really nice young boys! My heartfelt condolences to you.
Anthony Paul ( Elvis )
March 16, 2022
You Will Be Missed.
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