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Geoff Van Toen (AKA The Canadian)
July 11, 2020
Huge loss! Just found out about Derek's passing. Certainly a person you remember for ever. Thank you Derek for your wisdom in my younger years. GOD Speed.

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May 12, 2019

February 28, 2019
Alex G
January 26, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May the loving God of all comfort and promised hope strengthen you during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (JW)
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December 31, 2018
Gayla, Don & family,
We were so very sad to read of Derek's passing.
You have been in our thoughts and prayers.
We wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead & memories to hold in your heart and mind forever.
Suzanne & Ken Oswald
December 31, 2018
I am so sorry for your great loss. May The God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn be with your family during this most difficult time. -Isaiah 61:1, 2
Robert Gray
December 30, 2018
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Derek. Through the years we could see the love and devotion all of your family had for one another. Our prayers and thoughts are with each and everyone of your precious family. Rhonda and Rhonda Gray
December 30, 2018
Gayla. Sorry for your loss. It is hard to bury a child. I know. Jim Veltrop Kerrville Tx
Kayla Krattiger
December 29, 2018
Gayla, words don't come easy to many about a loss this profound, but there are some who have been very close to your pain, & very recently. It doesnt "get better" w/time; it just becomes the new normal. Let the waves bend you & let tears come whenever they will. I found it cathartic to write... a lot. I wrote in a calendar i kept in my car, short notes on the day a thought came. Im so sorry your son is gone at this young age. I promise you it gets 'normal'... that's no consolation at all. 'Live to honor his memory' is my best advice for public face. Privately, gnash teeth & wail until peace comes.
Luz Skinner (Trujillo)
December 29, 2018
I'm sorry for the loss of Derek, may you find peace in knowing that he is resting in peace. May God give you the strength and endurance during this rough time.
Dennis & Denise Defoor
December 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time
Carolyn and Frank Sherman
December 28, 2018
Gayla and Don, We are so sorry for the loss of your son, Derek. The Lord loved him too, but He called him to His side, too soon. He was loved and respected by many
Ronald&Connie Millar
December 27, 2018
I was so sorry for your loss....May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. Ron aka...Candy Man and Connie
Katrina Dudley
December 27, 2018
My thoughts and prayers to all for the loss of Derek.
May there be comfort in your memories.
Your neighbor..
December 27, 2018
Our sincere condolences to the family. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19
Penny Branscum Doak
December 27, 2018
Derek was our broker as a part of Keith's operation although our family is also from the Portales/Clovis area. It was always good to visit with Derek and brought back a sense of our home and roots. Derek was a great guy. He was kind and efficient and just a joy to work with. Our family is so sorry to learn of Derek's passing and we wish your entire family peace.
Lynn Gore
December 26, 2018
I am a client of Derek's. He has been so kind and responsive with my siblings and me during the dissolution of our mother's trust. I'm so glad I got to meet him via FaceTime so that he was more than a telephone voice and email personality. His patience with my kindergarten-level financial questions made him dear to my heart. I will miss him. Deepest condolences to family and friends.
Lee Smith
December 26, 2018
Gayla, Don and Mrs Huguley, Art and I want to express our sympathy and offer our prayers for you and your son's wife and daughter. Please take care. Lee Smith
Martha Brister
December 26, 2018
My prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness and reflection of a man taken before his time. May God's peace and comfort embrace you as I've walked in your shoes and only God's grace and mercy can carry you through the process.
Terry Christesson
December 26, 2018
I am deeply saddened for you during your time of profound loss. Please know you will remain among my greatest concerns and as a prayer priority for some time to come.
Billy & Bobby Ann Dictson
December 26, 2018
Gayla and Don
You both and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss. Our son, Derek, was a classmate of your Derek. We all have fond memories of your son. I know that you and your family have many, many fond memories of him. Those precious memories will keep him close to you forever. May God be with you and walk with you during the difficult days ahead. Many hugs to each of you.
Max Watt
December 25, 2018
So sorry to hear this sad news praying for your family love from South Carolina Tom and Max Watt
Ally
December 24, 2018
"...I hope the world sees the same person that you've always been to me..." Love you with my whole heart always.
Diana Kiley
December 23, 2018
Gayla I'm so sorry to hear ofDerek's passing. You and family are in my thoughts and prayers
Chad Coffman
December 23, 2018
You will be missed old friend we always had a great laugh together. Rest in Peace
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