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Alex Faison
February 17, 2013
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Deodric Simmons
August 15, 2012
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Schenteria Holley
April 30, 2012
I will miss him and those fly skate moves! One love, Teria aka Cereal.
Ericka
April 30, 2012
I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Harley family. I was a claasmate of Derrick at Savannah High. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. He was one of the only people that I knew that could keep up McCarthy at the skating rink...It was a pleasure to be surrounded by a kindred spirit such as Derrick. Stay strong and your family will stay in my prayers.
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April 30, 2012
Derrick will never be forgotten just because he is in heaven we will see him again when we go to heaven
Angela Williams
April 29, 2012
Derrick will be greatly missed. I enjoyed the many years I worked with him. Derrick was a talented nurse and wonderful individual. I will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Angela Finocchiaro- Williams
Dwayne Hill
April 28, 2012
He will surely be missed. I enjoyed the conversations throughout the time we've known each other. I only wish we had more time. R.I.P. my brother. I'm sure you're skating on the clouds now. Let's hook up!
Dwayne aka Peanut
veronica
April 28, 2012
He will truly be MISS <3
robin kelley
April 27, 2012
you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. I have enjoyed working with you at savannah skate inn. And I enjoyed watching you skate.
Malena Watson Kennedy
April 27, 2012
You will truly be missed Derick.
Family you all are in my circle of prayers
April 27, 2012
A special message to the Harley Family:
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of our dear friend Derrick.He will truly be missed and will forever remain in our prayers.
`Stephanie Gilliard & Family.
April 27, 2012
I want to send my deepest condolences to Derrick's family.May is heart and soul rest in peace.He had such a wonderful spirit and that will never be forgotten.
Shaquiese & Shaniece Little
Celeste, Jabari, Javaughn
April 27, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rochelle Johnson
April 27, 2012
I met Derrick a few yrs ago through skating. I use to sit on the side and watch him go around the floor and wish that was me skating like I was on air. I use use to ask him to teach me how to skate and he will tell me, only if you get on floor lil girl..I would never get on the floor because I thought I was to cute to fall. Until one Thursday Derrick was at Star Castle doing what he does best(floating on air). I got on the floor and he started laughing. After a few rounds he floated on the side of me and said"just relax"move to the beat of the song. He tried to teach me and always said I have two left feet...... He was not just my skate brother but a friend. I know he is in a better place. My daughter( ur fat mama) and I will miss you dearly.
Laura
April 26, 2012
May the family find comfort in GOD the hearer of prayer during this difficult time. PSALMS 65:2
Dot Johnson
April 26, 2012
To the Harley Family, Derrick will be missed he was a very funny young man and love to tell jokes and I miss him.
Richard Spandau
April 26, 2012
He was skate family. And a fellow "Ga Boy". He will be missed.
Sandra Blackshear
April 26, 2012
To the family of Derrick Harley,
I did not know Derrick personally, but when my son was a little boy he learned to love skating by watching Derrick at the old skating rink. As an adult my son worked at the Star Castle and continued to admire Derrick as a skater and as a person. When we heard about Derrick's passing we were both so sad. We are sending our prayers to all of Derrick's family and friends.He was truly someone very special. Heaven has an Awesome Skating Angel.
Shanitera Dukes
April 26, 2012
Derrick Harley u are and will be missed.....u showed love everywhere u go, my heart aches in this situation but when i think of u I smile, I'll hold on to my lasting memories of u, I love u...miss u...and will Always remember u, Awww man this really hurts.
April Hicks
April 26, 2012
To the Harley Family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
April 26, 2012
To the Harley family,You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Gina Goolsby
April 25, 2012
To The Harley Family, I send my heartfelt condolences. I pray that God willl wrap you all in His comforting arms. Derrick will continue to live in our hearts and minds.
God Bless
Latasha Jarrett
April 25, 2012
To the Harley family iam sorry to here about the lost of Derrick my prayers are with yourll it was shocking Derrick you have gone home to be with the lord. Rest in peace Derrick.
Latasha Jarrett
April 25, 2012
To the Harley family Iam sorry to here about yourll lost my prayers are with your family Derrick was a very kind person. Rest in peace Derrick
Vickie Williams
April 25, 2012
Sending up Prayers to the family of my Dear Freind. Derrick you will be missed by so many. May God comfort your family and give them strength at this time.
kathie israel
April 25, 2012
Wow, my friend, my cut-up-buddy, my co-worker, I'll never forget that "love-hate" relationship we had... something like (the professor & nikki parker) had. see there, you still have me smiling....and that, i will always carry with me, you were the one that always said that you can go anywhere in this world and show them up on the skating rink, now show them what you can do in heaven, not to mention that you were the bomb-diggity nurse as well. ok God has the last say, He needed you there more so than we did here, always in my heart, Harley.....God bless your family, and continue to give the strength.
Agnes (mission Services SJC)
April 25, 2012
With our prayers of sympathy during this time of loss. Many you feel them cloak you in comfort as you grieve his death from this earthly existance.
In Mercy
jodie hutchinson
April 25, 2012
God needed u D!!
Julie Keller
April 25, 2012
I was so shocked and sad to see Derrick's picture in the obituaries. I used to work with him at St. Joes on the rehab floor when he was a PT tech. He was always the life of the party. He had such a great spirit that I couldn't help but smile and laugh when I saw him. I will never forget his hilarious jokes. Our paths crossed again when he was in nursing school and then again at May Howard just a couple of years ago when he was completing hearing and vision screenings with our students. I immediately started smiling and laughing when I realized he was here. Rest in peace Derrick...I have no doubt you'll keep the angels laughing!! I will look for you on the other side!!
Jermaine Walker
April 25, 2012
Rest in peace! God said, let his work be done on Earth and in Heaven! So the work continues brother in Heaven!
Day-Day
April 25, 2012
Derrick, you always carried yourself as a genuine friend and for that I just want to say, “Thank You.” And, I know you are in heaven right now showing the angels how to get down on them skates. Please know you are loved and will be truly missed by many. Rest in Peace my bother
Shannon Osborne
April 25, 2012
You blessed us all with your friendship. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Gone but not forgotten. We love and miss you Derrick.
Lorie "smoothie"
April 25, 2012
Wow...man. When I heard of your passing, I couldn't do anything but cry. I didn't know you like that so much. I wasn't that close. But I knew what you represent: a happy, friendly, stylistic skater. You kinda taught me and my cousin to skate 18 years ago our so!!! You were who we looked up to. Now we must look up to acknowledge you. You deserve the honor for what you stood for. You brought peace, happiness, and style...we'll skate in memory of you labor day weekend and for the rest of our lives...skate in peace teacher :)
Natasha Garvin
April 24, 2012
My sincere sympathy goes out to the Harley,Simmons,Ashley Family,I am so glad GOD let Derrick and I path to cross in this earthly world.We obtain our nursing degree together.I will miss your smile and your beautiful sense of humor. I haven't skated since Skate Inn days but I know you was THE BEST THE SAV HAD (and the surrounding area SKATE groups took notices),so my friend skate on in the heavenly rink and take your rest because, you have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, you have kept the faith. Now there is in store for you the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to you on that day—and not only to you, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.2Timothy7-8. Derrick Harley skate on skate on ,I will see you in heaven one day my friend ,in the rink or in nursing station...
Tia pristell
April 24, 2012
My prayers go out to the Harley family. Derrick you will always be missed.
Lavina German
April 24, 2012
I am deeply saddened to hear about your passing, but you have gone home to be with the Lord. I have known you for 10 years as a fellow nurse and friend. Your presence and laughter will always remain on the 5th floor of St. Joe's. Take care of the sick and skate til you drop cuz thats what you were called home to do. My heart and prayers go out for thefamily, but Jesus is the peacethat surpasses allunderstanding. There is no more suffering and the angels are rejoicing. Love You Dee
Brandi Hayman
April 24, 2012
R.I.P. you will be truly missed
Marion Brooks Jr
April 24, 2012
To the Harley family,
My family and I will keep you in our prayers because Derrick was truly loved for the honest and most caring person that he was. Keisha be strong for your family because your brother loved and cared for you dearly. Derrick you will be sadly missed but I know that you are in a better place now skating with the angels in heaven. God bless.
Sincerely, your barber and family
Chinika Pridgen
April 24, 2012
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the Harley family in this very difficult time. Derrick will be greatly missed.
Mac Mercer
April 24, 2012
I met Derrick at St Joseph when I worked as a RN at night and he worked during the day shift. I used to think how young he was, yet so experienced in life, like an old spirit. We got along right off the rip. We would laugh instead of crying during the difficult times. He was so open to anything I would teach him, how to assess patients quickly and start iv's when others couldn't. He even started to call me Pa at work. When I moved to the day shift, we brought fear to the floor when we worked together, but everyone, including the patients and staff enjoyed the joy, laughter, and jokes we brought. I looked forward to going to work knowing that he was there. He was a complete professional and very good nurse. I trusted my children to his care when they went skating and eating afterwards together. He was like a son, a brother, a friend, a fellow warrior to me. I won't miss him because he continues to exist in my mind and memory. I thank God for his time in my life. I smile now because I know where he is and I will see him again. We once argued if there was skating in heaven. If he comes back and tells me there is and that we have reservations next week, I would'nt be suprised. Always with a joke and a smile.
Lisa Fisher-Mendez
April 24, 2012
Derrick.... I cant get you and your family off of my mind. I have known you for what seems like forever. I was just talking to my Mom the other day and we were talking about how you liked her pork chops. ha. And I was telling my oldest daughter how when she was born that you laid eyes on her for the first time and told me she was beautiful. I cant count how many times we went to the pool in Savannah Oaks and we all stayed there all day. or how many times we skated at the skating rink. I remember when you first started skating and how determined you were to get better, and you did! I remember all the times you would make me burst into laughter even on my bad days. I can honestly say I am blessed to of had a friend like you in this life. I have the memories that will last me until we meet again in Heaven. although it has been years since I last saw you, neither time nor distance can really define a friendship. Rest in Peace Derrick. we will all miss you.
brandi wilson
April 24, 2012
I'm sorry you had to be that special someone who had to go but you better believe you are going to a better place ... I can't wait til I get to paradise so I can see you again ... I remember skating down our road on vermont ave and throwing eggs at peoples house and cars ,, good ol days I love you and your family see you soon
Ashley Shirah
April 24, 2012
My heart breaks knowing that we have lost such a wonderful man and great nurse. May God be with his family and friends during this time. God has blessed his soul, may He now comfort your hearts. Derrick, you will be greatly missed. All my thoughts and prayers...
Jody Sikes Lee
April 24, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
meme green
April 24, 2012
I will miss u derrick my prayers. Goes out to ur family the skating ring. Will nt be the same with out u I hope there a skating ring there in heaven cuz u love to skate but I love u and ill see u when I get there
Raul Garnett
April 24, 2012
Sending my condolencses to the family of Derrick. The last time we talked he wanted to me to DJ for a Skate Party in Savannah for awareness. I am saddened by the news of his passing. May God bring peace and comfort to the family. DJ Raul
Myra Howard
April 24, 2012
My prayers go out the family of derrick i to had the opportunity to work with him at st.joseph.rip!!!!!
Tracy Godz Vi'Girl
April 24, 2012
It's hard to realize that I won't see him on the wood but I never question God's plan. I pray for comfort, solitude, strength, and encouragement to Derrick's family. There just aren't any words that I can put together. God bless you and always trust in God.
DJ 3XL
April 24, 2012
Skate in peace my friend
Todd & Michelle Saxon
April 24, 2012
We are greatly saddened by the death of our friend and fellow skater. Our prayers go out to his family. He will be greatly missed.
shana ross
April 24, 2012
OMG, Im shocked, i went to savannah high school with him, I will bekeeping the family in my prayers.
April 24, 2012
My prayers our with the family, friends, and loved ones. I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Derrick's passing. From the first time I met you Derrick you was such a pleasure to be around. You made days working with you easier to bear. May you forever rest in the loving arms of our GOD. You will truly be missed.
Nicole Cummings
April 24, 2012
My prayers our with the family, friends, and loved ones. I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Derrick's passing. From the first time I met you Derrick you was such a pleasure to be around. You made days working with you easier to bear. May you forever rest in the loving arms of our GOD. You will truly be missed.
Racquel Harris
April 24, 2012
Good Job my good and faithful servant good job Derrick u Will truly b missed skate in peace and too the Harley family I will keep you in prayer I know this is a hard time but just know God makes no mistakes
carolyn newton
April 24, 2012
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF DERRICK'S PASSIN.HE WAS TRULY A FOND PERSON TO NO AN WILL B MISSED.MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS U ALL.
April 24, 2012
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Derrick I am still in shock. He will be miss by all ,and the skate world. To the family you all are in my prayers may God Bless you all and keep you. Rest in peace my friend.
N Nelson
April 24, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Harley family.
Belon Young
April 23, 2012
To the family, May the Holy spirit comfort you all in your time Of bereavment. Celebrate Derrick's life just as he did. I know your heart's are heavy. But always Trust in God's word and let it alone carry you through. Take time to grieve, but even more time to know and believe in the savior. For he is not a man who can lie and his word can not and will not return unto you void. Weeping may endurth for a night, but joy comes in the morning. To Lil Sis) Be strong for the family, God bless.
Shawn & Darlene Chaplin
April 23, 2012
To Ms. Pat, and family my prayers are with you . Derrick the battle is no longer yours, Its the lords. May you rest in peace.........
Reggie Riley
April 23, 2012
Derrick is the glue that held the St. Joseph's Crew together. His laugh was contagious; he loved and was loved by us all. He will forever be missed....
Catrell Davis
April 23, 2012
Everybody it's never to late to tell someone you love them because when their gone the will never hear you do don't be shy Derrick live on earth might ended but his live in heaven just begun he is meeting new skaters in heaven now I bet
Cant tell Cant tell
April 23, 2012
Thought your life on earth has ended your life in heaven has just begun
April 23, 2012
Derrick I am in shock over your passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss. I know that we will see each other again my friend. Rest in peace
Kimberly White
April 23, 2012
I was shocked to hear of Derrick passing. Derrick was such a sweet and loving person. He kept people laughing and he was the best on skates. Take your rest my friend, Heaven has a skating Angel now!
Terry Adams
April 23, 2012
Derric,even though we had our ups and downs I am truly honored to have known you and call you my dear friend. You will truly be missed. When I look back over the years we had some good times and even greater times. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. You will truly be missed my friend. Until we see each other in heaven again I love you my friend r.i.p.
Latrell Gibbs
April 22, 2012
Derrick,seems like just yesterday we were all dancing in the yard,at a reception,party or just because.Now we had to let you go dane with Jesus& your two 1st cousins.Truly you will be missed.So R.I.P. until we meet again.
Derrick doing what he loved to do. Skating
Tom Lavin
April 22, 2012
During the 9 years i worked at the Skate Inn and knew Derrick. Looking back upon all those memories and good times. It's hard to believe you are gone. You will Truly be missed. I send my deepest sympathy to the Harley Family and his many friends. Though your life has ended here on this earth, your smile and laughter will remain in our hearts forever more. God Bless those you leave behind and may we not forget the time we had with you in our life.
Laney Thomas
April 22, 2012
Derrick I sure hope heaven is ready for you. I am so blessed to have had you as a friend, I will never forget the times we had at goofing off at work.
Laura Hayes
April 21, 2012
Derrick, Brother, you can't even begin to believe just how much you are missed. I am glad you are in a far better place though, where there is no more tears, no more pain, and no more fears. There will be a day when the burdens of this place will be no more, and we'll see Jesus face to face. You keep Will company and I'll see you 2 on the other side of that big blue sky. Love you man!
Tameka Lemon
April 21, 2012
To the Harley Family,
Words could not express my deepest sympathy to you. Derrick was such a loving person and made you smile whenever you came in contact with him. He will truly be missed! You have fought a good fight and keep the faith now its your time to rest in the bosom of our lord. Rest on brother we love you but god loves you best!!
Linda Jones
April 21, 2012
Derrick will truly be missed
LaCynte Johnson
April 21, 2012
My heart goes out to the Harley family. Derrick was my co_ worker,and he was a cool person. Im going to miss his smiles , jokes, an him messin my name up. He will be missed around St. Joseph Hosptial, God Blessed will keep you in my Prayers......
Linda Jones
April 21, 2012
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Sherrie Ross & Family
April 21, 2012
Derrick u will truly be missed! U are and will always be my brother/bestfriend! It seem like just yesterday when you and Moony tought me how to sk8!! You will forever live in my heart!! R.I.P. I love you...
Earnest Jackson
April 21, 2012
We will always remember us laughing and playing around while we skated. The Jackson Family will truly miss you very much.
Shantel Clark-Dixon
April 21, 2012
My heart goes out to the Harley family,Derrick was my co-worker,and one of the coolest guys i knew,my condolences goes to his family!! God has another Angel!
Mark Carpenter
April 21, 2012
Derrick, Im still in shock, seems like yesterday we were all together,I know we will see each other again,Behave in Heaven, keep Skating Love You,
Janet Owens
April 21, 2012
As a new nurse you lightened my workload and lifted my spirits with your comical words. As a friend you taught me strength. As you fought your battle you were still able to remain the Derrick I knew - the one who cared about everyone he ever came in contact with. Mallory and I will so miss our 'Words with Friends' game. I am still convinced you let me win the first game as you knew I had never won with anyone else! I feel blessed to have shared a part of your life, short but very fulfilled in my eyes. Love you...
Kathy Gamble
April 21, 2012
Derrick was truly a good friend and person. He was loved by many and will be missed around St. Joseph's hospital. Family, I am praying for you all during this time of grief.
Nicole Terrell
April 21, 2012
I'll always remember your smiles and jokes.. always a pleasure to be around..you and juan treated me like family and ill forever be thankful.. love you always
Charve Sampson
April 21, 2012
Derrick you will truly be missed to Mrs. Pat, Uncle John, Keisha and the entire family my heart is heavy right now but I know God is good and he will make and way stay strong family I love you Charve Sampson and Family
Lisa Fisher-Mendez
April 21, 2012
I am saddened to hear of your passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. You were taken away too soon. Rest in Peace now.
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