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Derek Meffert Obituary

Derek Henry

Edward Meffert

Resident of Haymarket, VA

Age 15, died Sunday, August 15, 2010. Derek was a sophomore at Battlefield High School where he played on the JV football team.

Survivors include his parents, Yolanda and Peter Meffert; one sister, Amanda Meffert; his grandparents, Gloria Aguilar, Margaretha Elizabeth Meffert and Dr. Henry Meffert, one aunt, Sandy Benson, one uncle, Mike Meffert and four cousins, Nick Benson, Brian Benson, Gabriella Meffert and Francesca Meffert.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00 P.M. Friday, August 20, 2010 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas where funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 21, 2010. Interment will take place Monday and will be private.

Condolences may be sent to www.piercefh.com

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

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Aug. 18, 2010.

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Sarah Norman

August 22, 2010

I'm sorry you guys have to go through this, but please remember you're as loved as Derek is.

CATHY SHUMAR

August 21, 2010

NO PARENT SHOULD GO THROUGH SUCH A TRAGIC LOSS..MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND FAMILY AT THIS TIME..

Susie Howard

August 21, 2010

Dane, Derek and I went to the Outer Banks at the last full moon. The sunset was at one end and the full moon rising was at the other. I will always remember my son's best friend - Derek.

Riley O'Casey

August 19, 2010

I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I taught Derek in 8th grade at Bull Run Middle School; World History.

Kimberlie Cerrone

August 18, 2010

Our deepest condolences.

Kimberlie Cerrone and Kim, Seth, Jared, Rebecca and Sarah Norman

August 18, 2010

Peter and Yolanda, Mom told my about your tragic loss. I am so sorry, my heart and prayers go out to you and your entire family. I am truly sorry.
Nancy Norcross Stimson

August 18, 2010

Peter--
I was distressed to learn from Linda McGee of the tragic loss of your son. I remember fondly our days working together on the IRS project and wish to extend my deep condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.

Paula Porpilia

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