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Derek Jansen Obituary

Jansen, Derek J.
Derek Jon Jansen, age 31, of Shelton, beloved fiancé of Kristen Engstrom of Shelton, died peacefully on February 10, 2014 at Yale- New Haven Hospital following a brief and sudden illness. Born in New Haven on December 7, 1982, he was the devoted son of Eric and Susan (Krot) Jansen of Shelton. Derek was a lifelong resident of Shelton and 2001 Graduate of Shelton High School. He was a Cub Scout in Pack 2 of Shelton, active in gymnastics, played soccer in the SYSO and later became a SYSO Referee. He was a lifelong member of Three Saints Orthodox Church where he was baptized and attended Sunday School. As he grew older, Derek became a car enthusiast by attending many shows and demolition derbies. He enjoyed country music and collecting Popeye and Valley memorabilia, as well as anything truck, auto or farm related. He was an avid flea market frequenter and tag sale treasure hunter. In his short life, he was employed at the Mill Variety, Bed Bath and Beyond and over the last eight years at Suresource, Inc., of Shelton. Whenever at work, he always brought a smile to his coworkers. He will be missed by all, including his four cats, especially his feline buddy, Trouble. Although he was taken far too soon, he will forever be in our hearts. In addition to his parents and soul mate Kristen, he is survived by a brother, Chad Jansen of Shelton; paternal grandfather, Richard Jansen of Shelton; three uncles; 2 aunts; and many cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Doris (Schuster) Janesen; and his maternal grandparents, Nicholas and Libby (Chehoniak) Krot. A Funeral Service, Meeting Directly At Church, will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2014 in Three Saints Orthodox Church, 26 Howard Ave., Ansonia. Springtime interment will be in Three Saints Cemetery. Family and friends may call on Friday, February 14, 2014, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM in the Wakelee Memorial Funeral Home, 167 Wakelee Ave., Ansonia. Memorial Contributions may be made in care of the funeral home. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to all physicians, nurses and staff of the Yale - New Haven ICU for their compassionate care and concern for Derek. Online condolences may be made at www.wakeleememorial.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Feb. 12, 2014.

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eric jensen

February 6, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

eric a jensen

February 6, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

February 14, 2014

Sue, Eric and Chad: So sorry for the loss of your son and brother. "
Words cannot express our shock for your loss. May your memories get you all thru this very difficult time. Sincerely, Bill, Cindy, Collin and Preston Young

Eric Jensen

February 14, 2014

Our hearts and prayers to you all. Condolances from family and extended family, may the Father and Son give you the sterngth to persevere and move through this tradgedy. though no longer with us he will always be with us in our hearts and memory. God bless.

Dawn Ouellet

February 13, 2014

A good man taken from us too soon. Find strength in your faith knowing that Derek is at rest in a better place.

JJ and Jenn Magdon

February 13, 2014

Our condolences to Derek's Family, Fiance and Friends. My husband and I both worked with Derek at Sure Source. I dis not know him well but he left a big impression on my husband. My husband says Derek always was kind to him.

Jay Hebert

February 12, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and prayers for Kristen and family.

Dinah Sanders

February 12, 2014

Kristen prayers go out to you and Derek's family.I am so sorry for your loss.

Tanya Lucas

February 12, 2014

Very sorry for the family's loss...I knew him since about 7th grade
Rest in peace <\3

Pat & Michael Jones

February 12, 2014

Extending our deepest sympathy. God Bless.

Erica Sylvia

February 12, 2014

May he rest in paradise, so sorry for your loss.

February 12, 2014

You were my 1st friend when I came to work 6 years ago, and ill never forget how much you made fun of me and how funny you did it, work will never be the same without you buddy! Save a spot for me up there for we will meet again and you can make fun of me even more!! I love you and Rest in Peace my friend!

February 12, 2014

Oh, Derek. Never will I go to a car show again and not look for you around every corner. RIP Claudia

Bonni Francoeur

February 12, 2014

My sincere condolences to the entire family May time heal your pain.

Johanna Figueroa

February 12, 2014

Extending my deepest sympathy and prayers. May your memories of Derek give you strength and comfort. God Bless.

Ken and Ruthann Malchisky

February 12, 2014

May he rest in RIP so sorry to here of his passing.

Cheryl Molnar -Krantz

February 11, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Derek. May you find healing grace and comfort knowing he is wrapped in God's arms.

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