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Derrick Bullock Obituary

BULLOCK
DERRICK R. died Mon. Sept. 10, 2007. Funeral Services will be held Thurs. Sept. 20, 2007, at 11 A.M. Viewing will be 9 A.M. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Germantown, 41 W. Rittenhouse St. Int. Ivy Hill Cem. FLETCHER H. TOWNSEND FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Sep. 16, 2007.

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for Derrick Bullock

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Roxanne & Philip Little

September 25, 2007

Dear Helen:

As you well know, this life is not all there was. Life here on earth was just the dress rehearsal before the real production for Derrick. This life was preparation for the next. Derrick's body was just a temporary residence for his spirit. The Bible calls your earthly body a "tent" but refers to your future body as a "house". The Bible says, "When this tent we live in - our body here on earth is torn down, God will have a house in heaven for us to live in, a home he himself has made, which will last forever. Even though Derrick has only been with us a short time here on earth, may you rest assured knowing that you will be together again someday, when you to are called "home" to live with him in eternity. God Bless We Love You
Phil and Roxanne

beverly scott

September 24, 2007

good memories are remembered by me and all my friends who had the pleasure of knowing derrick.he would have made any mom proud to have him for her son.roses are red,violets are blue,goods people like derrick come so few. many memories with bev,judy,toni,lyn,shirley trueblood,mozon and many more.
sorrowfully submitted,
bev.scott

Carolyn Johnson

September 24, 2007

Helen,

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your son Derrick. No words can express or ease this burden. It is only with God healing hand that will help you thought this. Please accept my sincere prayers and sympathy.

Muriel Simmons

September 20, 2007

Helen
I pray that you find comfort in God and if there is any thing I can do for you please let me know. I could never imagine your loss, but I pray you have strength to bear as best you can.
With love and understanding
Muriel W. Simmons

Clara Wright

September 20, 2007

Dear Helen, My dearest Friend:
Oh, the joy we all knew the day (7/25/66) when Derrick was born, a beautiful bouncing boy held in all of our loving arms. He was our first baby and he had so many Moms (Betty, Clara, Diane, Geraldine, Helen, Muriel, Shirley and Tony) directing his path and who loved him so. But, God loved him best and is now holding him in his everlasting arms saying..."well done my good and faithful servant - welcome home"

Beverly Lee

September 19, 2007

Mr.&Mrs.Shubert
Derrick was like one of my own.
My heart is broken also.I was there for menny years.It has been a
honner to know Derrick.May god be with you in your sorrow.May he comfort you.So that time will
ease your pain.My family sends their Sympathy.We will always remember that big smile.We are
sorry for your sudden loss.
LOVE YOU YOUR FOREVER FRIEND
BEVERLY LEE

Loretta Feaster

September 19, 2007

My Divine Friend, During the 40 years that I have know you I have known Derrick and how much you cared for him and loved him. My heart feels your sorrow and I wish there was something I could do to make it better. Derrick is part of the light of God and he will continue his mission to help and guide those in need. I know you are proud of him and he is proud of you. My Love and Friendship Always.

Valarie Robinson

September 19, 2007

Aunt Helen and Uncle Dallas;
I am saddened about the loss of Derrick. We do not know the plans that God has for us and obviously He has plans for Derrick in Heaven. Jerry, Jerome and I will continue to pray for your courage and strength. We love you both and remember that we loved Derrick but God loved him best.
Take Care of yourselves,Love your family in Toledo, Ohio
Valarie, Jerry, Jerome Robinson

Steven Handy

September 19, 2007

Dear Ms Bullock,

I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of Derrick. I am in disbelief with regards to his passing. As you know, Derrick and I have been close friends since we were younsters. I recently saw him over the summer at the Acme on Germantown Avenue and had the chance to introduce him to one of my sons. I had invited him to visit me in Maryland when I was settled. We use to mostly keep in contact on his birthday as both of us are a month apart in age.

Although we hadn't remained in contact with each other as much as we would have liked to, we were always close in spirit. When we did see each other it was like time had never passed. I do not have the words to say how much of a loss I also feel. Derrick has always had a good spirit. Through his good nature I know that Derrick has touched many lives. Derrick's legacy will live on through those lives he has touched and he will always be in our hearts.

Steven C. Handy

Lynne Atkinson

September 19, 2007

Dear Helen, I am so sorry to hear about your son Derrick. Please accept my deepest sympathy; you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheree Alexander

September 19, 2007

Dear Randy,
I am so sorry to hear of your cousin's death. Just hearing of his death leaves my heart heavy and full of grief as it is a reminder of another life lost way too soon. Please find comfort in knowing that Derrick had a higher purpose and left his life as an example of compassion and the human heart. May GOD bless you and your family.
Leon and Sheree Alexander

Yvonne Coleman-Burney

September 19, 2007

To Randy and MR & MRS SHURBERT,
I am so sorry to hear of your lost I did not know Derrick personally and never met him but I do know Randy his cousin and just wanted to extend my regrads and heart felt regrets for your loss. May God be with you and your family in this time and just remember even though we do not know the reasons why things happend the way they do. God always has a plan and will always be the author and finisher of our faith we never know when our time comes but it will always be in Gods perfect plan for our life. God Bless

JUDITH BUTLER

September 19, 2007

To MR & MRS SHURBERT....MY VERY LONG TIME FRIENDS..MY HEART HURTS FOR YOUR LOSS..WE RAISED OUR SONS TOGETHER..DERRICK WAS A GOOD MAN...BUT GOD KNOWS BEST TO GOD BE THE GLORY FOR NOW DERRICK WILL MEET US IN GLORY AFTER WHILE....I KNOW YOU ARE GROUNDED IN CHRIST STAY THERE FOR GOD IS WITH YOU IN THIS HOUR & EVERY HOUR ...I LOVE YOU & YOU KNOW I'M ALWAYS THERE FOR YOU UNTIL OUR END.... JUDITH BUTLER AKA (PEPPERMINT PATTY)

SCOTT MONTAGUE

September 19, 2007

DEAR HELEN,
YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN LIKE A SECOND MOTHER TO ME, IT HURTS ME SO MUCH TO KNOW THE PAIN THAT YOU ARE ENDURING WITH DERRICK'S SENSELESS LOSS. THOUGH WE HAD NOT SEEN EACH OTHER RECENTLY, DERRICK WAS LIKE A BROTHER TO ME, WHEN I THINK OF MY CHILDHOOD AND EARLY ADULT YEARS, MANY OF THOSE THOUGHTS INCLUDE DERRICK BULLOCK, WE WOULD PLAY BASKETBALL/BASEBALL/FOOTBALL, LISTEN TO MUSIC FOR HOURS AT A TIME TOGETHER, WE TRULY WERE LIKE "PEAS AND CARROTS". I THANK GOD THAT I SAW HIM BEFORE GOD CALLED HIM HOME. WE TALKED, AND HE KNOWS I NEVER FORGOT HIM AND LOVED HIM AS HE WAS, MY BROTHER!!!
GOD BLESS YOU HELEN, I LOVE YOU!!

SCOTT D. MONTAGUE

Denise and Marcus Durham

September 18, 2007

Helen and Dallas, may the Lord be your strength and your refuge. We are truly saddened by your loss. We continue to pray for you our Friends. May you continue to lean on God at this time and always. We love you and Dallas. If you need us just call out our name and we'll come running.
Love,
Marcus, Denise, Keshia and Danielle

Tanisha Scott

September 18, 2007

Ms Helen and Mr Dallas,
Our family has been praying that you will feel God as he wraps you in His strong, and loving arms. Lean on Him, and trust that He will take care of you in this time of need.

With Heartfelt condolences,
Shelby, Tanisha, Booter, Isaac, and Elijah

Selenia Rivera

September 18, 2007

Dear Helen,
Our heart goes out to you and your family.
May the LORD continue to shine his face upon you, be gracious to you, give you peace of mind, and the strength to take one moment, minute, hour, day at a time.

With love, Selenia & John

Yolanda Graham

September 18, 2007

Mom and Dad,
Truly earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. May you both look to the most high God during this time of loss. Only God has the strength and power needed to bring you through this most difficult time. Allow Jesus to be your rock and you will make it. This too shall pass.

Love
Yolanda, Kevin, Brittany

Kitty Tibbs

September 18, 2007

Dear Helen,
Words cannot express how my heart hurts for you & your family at the loss of your son, Derrick.
I thank God for his life which is a testament to his upbringing.
And of some have compassion, making a difference. Jude v. 22
May we glean forgiveness, mercy, compassion, and love in our daily walk (as Derrick demonstrated throughout his life). Lord help us to make a difference!
May God continue to keep you in the center of His divine will.
Much Love
Kitty

Alice Patton (aka Bernice, aka Necie, aka Sis "B")

September 18, 2007

Helen & Dallas,
The Lord says, I feel the hurt, I see the tears, but remember I am only a prayer away.
We look for our children to out live us. But God has our lives out lined for us. To know how many lives Derrick touched during his life time is a blessing. The word of God said and her children shall rise and call her blessed. The message that Derrick's life gave and is still giving truly says he called you blessed. He lived a life of loving and giving, the life that you and Dallas display.
I know it hurts, but you did a great job raising him and we can truly say he let the life he lived speek for him; because it has. Stay strong in the Lord and remember He is always by your side.

Helen my heart hurts with you
Love you much

eric graham

September 18, 2007

To the Family of Derrick R. Bullock,

I'm deeply sorry for your lost of your son and family member. In this time of mourning, you should put your faith in God for guidance and know that Jesus is watching over him now.

With with all my condolences,

eric graham

Toni & Ron Toole

September 18, 2007

To My Dearest Girlfriend.
We raised our sons as brothers. I can not begin to know your pain except to say that Derrick was like my own and was loved as a Son. Please know Ron and I are there for you and Dallas for whatever you may want or need. We love you both as we loved Derrick. Your friend for 45 years and forever, Toni

Barbara Davis

September 18, 2007

Hello Helen,

The lost of your son Derrick, was a shock to all of us. We know that you have the courage that is needed to face the days ahead. May all of your wonderful memories be a source of comfort always.

Love,

Tyrone and Barbara Davis

Jackie Trueblood

September 18, 2007

Dear Helen and Dallas,
My sister, my friend - When you hurt, we your friends hurt, so as we share this sorrowful time with you, just know that it is our prayer that God will continue to hold you and the family in the hollow of His hand and grant you peace in the days to come. I love you!

Sharon Thoman

September 18, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Surround yourself among your many friends to find strength during this difficult time.

Sheila Banks

September 18, 2007

To Dallas & Helen,
Words seem to be inadequate at a time like this. My prayer is that the God of all comfort will sustain you and your family as you go through this very difficult time.

Marcia Scott

September 18, 2007

Ms. Helen and Family,
We are sorry for your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marcia, Shawn, Chris, Ryan, Corey and Courtney.

Michele & Leah Jackson

September 18, 2007

Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May God comfort you through this time of heartache. We share your tears.

Tom Overholt

September 17, 2007

Dear Helen,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Derrick.

Barbara and Mark Fitzpatrick

September 17, 2007

Helen,
We were saddened to here about the death of your son Derrick. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you.

Larry Costigan

September 17, 2007

Helen, I was very saddened to hear of the tragic death of your son.I know you gave everything you had to support and raise your son in the best possible way and that you were very proud of the man he grew up to be.I know that you and Dallas will gain strength from your very strong faith, family, and dear friends.Wishing you all the very best in this extremely difficult time. Larry Costigan&family

Robert Riley

September 17, 2007

I was truly saddened by the death of Derrick. Stay strong Helen and trust in the wisdom of the Lord.

Nate Byrd

September 16, 2007

Dear Helen,
We were saddened to learn of the death of Derrick. You have my deepest sympathy. I'm glad that Carlton and I had a chance to talk with Derrick last Sunday.

May my nephew rest in peace,

Nathaniel (Skip) Byrd

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