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Derrick Anderson Obituary

DERRICK ANDERSON

WAPAKONETA — Derrick R. Anderson, 25, of Wapakoneta, died Fri. evening May 15, 2015, at his residence.

He was born Dec. 14, 1989, in Lima, the son of Jeffrey W. & Marsha J. (Yost) Anderson. His mother survives in Metter, GA, and his father survives in Uniopolis.

Other survivors include, 2 daughters, Aubrey M. Anderson & Jayden Braun, his friend, Tanya Braun, a brother, Jeremy A. (Kaila) Baker, Spartanburg, SC, his grandparents, Susan K. Yost, Tifton, GA, Geraldine (Gene) Warner, Lima, Charles (Brenda) Anderson, Williamsburg, OH, His great grandfather, Robert E. Winks, Lakeview, OH, numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Donald W. Yost.

Derrick worked as a diesel mechanic at Continental Truck Lines, Sidney. He attended Apollo J.V.S. and received an associate degree in Diesel Technology from UNOH, Lima. He enjoyed spending time with his daughters, hunting, playing pool and participating in a pool league.

Funeral services will be 8:00 p.m., Tues. May 19, 2015, at the Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, St. Rt. 501, Wapakoneta, Pastor Steven Nelson officiating.

The family will receive friends 4-8 p.m., Tues. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may directed to a memorial fund for his daughters.

Condolence may be expressed at www.bayliffandeleyfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Lima News from May 18 to May 19, 2015.

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May 20, 2015

Sorry for the Family. May God's love and the peace he gives by means of his word give you some comfort during this most difficult.

Charlie and Brenda Anderson

May 19, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you at this difficult time. Charlie and Brenda Anderson.

Tim and Brittany Braun

May 19, 2015

Derrick was a great coworker and friend and will be missed
So sorry for your loss

denise bradford

May 19, 2015

Sending prayer for the family..

May 19, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Marsha and Jeff , I pray for you all ,to our higher power. -sandra mcguire

Kevin Barker

May 19, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. May Gid bless you at this time of need.

Cindy Smith

May 19, 2015

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

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Eley Funeral Home & Crematory - Wapakoneta

1102 Lincoln Hwy/St Rt 501, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

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Eley Funeral Home & Crematory - Wapakoneta

1102 Lincoln Hwy/St Rt 501, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

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