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Dereck Ohlsen Obituary

Dereck Fredrick James Ohlsen Feb. 7, 1987-Sept19, 2012 Resident of San Carlos Dereck passed away on September 19, 2012. He was 25 years of age. He was born in Redwood City, CA. and was a resident of San Carlos, CA. for 25 years. Dereck enjoyed being with his family, racing, baseball, working out, and spending time with friends. Dereck is survived by his mother Cathy Ohlsen, father Fred Ohlsen, sister Renee Ohlsen, grandmother Pat "Ga" Ohlsen, grandparents Carl and Joe and his dog Rex. Dereck is now at peace and set free with his grandfather "Papa" Fred Ohlsen and his family dog Bo. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Sat. October 20th, 2012 at 2 PM at the Redwood Chapel, 847 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061. REDWOOD CHAPEL 650-369-5537

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Oct. 17, 2012.

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Meghan P

February 7, 2021

Happy Birthday Dereck! Enjoy Heaven!

Meghan Priolo

February 7, 2020

Happy Birthday Dereck! I miss you and I'm so glad we spent such special time together. . Until I see you again ❤

Meghan Priolo

February 7, 2019

Happy Birthday Dereck.. I'll see you again, but for now; our happy memories stay with me until that time.. Much love on this special day

July 25, 2013

i miss u
-n.m

Marie P.

February 7, 2013

Even tho u're in a different place, ur spirit lives on..I'm grateful to know that..happy bday Dereck..ill never forget this special date..xo

Marie P

December 19, 2012

Thinking of u..xoxo

Marie P

December 19, 2012

Dereck was a good friend of mine..we spent a lot of time together & altho we lost touch a few yrs ago, we share wonderful memories. I believe strongly that he is happy in a wonderful place...& that he still lives on in spirit..no death, only transition...I don't think a day will go by that I won't think of him..I was blessed to know him & spend such quality time..a piece of my heart went with him, but Gods will is never wrong..I feel his presence strongly

Daniel & Mary Simpson

Daniel & Mary Simpson

November 14, 2012

Mary and I take walks around the block from Brittan & Greenbriar and we saw the notices go up and noticed they came down. We are so disheartened to have learned of this outcome. We wish to express our sincere condolences on your recent, tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to, especially the parents, and the entire family. I have absolutely no doubt grandfather "Papa" is taking good care of him...

Diane Olsen

October 22, 2012

Prayers and sympathy for The Ogden family, so sorry for your loss.

Chelsea Sievert

October 20, 2012

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the Ohlsen family <3

Anne Frost

October 20, 2012

I am so sorry about your loss. I was Dereck's English teacher at Carlmont High School and I remember him as a wonderful and fun loving student.

October 20, 2012

More people than you could ever imagine are missing you...

Lynn Ewing

October 18, 2012

Dear family, I have so many memories of Dereck that they won't all fit in one entry. But one thing that I just want to lift up was Dereck's sensitivity and insight that he often surprised me with when we were talking about something serious. All of us are grieving with you for his tragic loss.

Tina

October 18, 2012

You will be missed Dereck! Thoughts and prayers are with the Ohlsen family. I'll never forget all the fun times we had with Jen and Austin! I know your in a better place! <3

Monica O.

October 17, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ohlsen family. Rest in peace Dereck.

diane, austin and haley navarro

October 17, 2012

so sorry for your lost. my heart,support and prayers are being sent your way.

October 17, 2012

God Bless Kid! Sean White

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