Derek Pruitt Obituary
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Christopher Hayes
May 5, 2016
I am sorry to hear about Derek's sudden passing. I went to school with him and he was a good friend of mine. Derek, we'll meet again someday.
Katie Arndt
April 23, 2016
Derek was a great man, will be greatly missed. It breaks my heart that he was called home at such a young age, will always be remembered and will forever be in a special place in our hearts. He truly has impacted many people, we all will miss him, Rest in peace.
CamBam
April 22, 2016
RiP Derek...you will be remembered by so many ..Ride High in the Sky my friend
Bill Dew
April 22, 2016
Praying for his family and all his friends that will be missing such a good man. May he rest in peace.
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April 22, 2016
Gone but will never be forgotten! I have many fond memories of you... May you Rest in Peace and sore with the eagles..
Megan Breland (Bradley)
April 21, 2016
I juat learned of Derek's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Derek always was happy, smiling, and always said hey when we saw him out, no matter what.he will be missed.
Carolyn jackson Crowder
April 21, 2016
So sorry to hear about Dereck, May he rest in peace. Derek a l way had a sweet,kind. Demeaner about him. Love you!
Katrina Farmer
April 21, 2016
Our heart truly breaks for you guys. Derek was a one of a kind man. He always had a smile on his face and was the life of the party. RIP Derek
April 21, 2016
Rip praying for your family and friends from California
Jennifer Brown
April 21, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss...I have you all in my prayers...
David and Sarah Lane
April 21, 2016
David and my condolences to the family may God comfort you over your loss
Jackie Jessup
April 21, 2016
R.I.P.
Kim Greathouse
April 21, 2016
I'll never forget you beautiful light hearted soul
RIP my friend
Until we meet again...
Jennifer
April 21, 2016
Derek, where do we start. All the memories you've left for us to laugh & cry with. It just seems like yesterday we were riding bikes & playing football at Grandma & Grandpa Ruckers You, Julie, Myself, Dale & Raymond! Boy were those the good days ❤ Gone to young, Rest In Peace, Love one of your many cousins
david williams
April 20, 2016
Rip man love ya will be missed
Scott Randall
April 20, 2016
Prayers go out to all the family may he R.I.P. sorry for your loss
LeAnn Self
April 20, 2016
So sorry for the loss of a good guy.
Dawne (GMAW) Burton
April 20, 2016
MOLLIE, I'M SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. .DEREK WAS ONE OF A KIND. ..WE ALWAYS JOKED ABOUT SHARING THE SAME BIRTHDAY. .YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS. .LOVE YOU LADY ..IF YOU NEED ANYTHING LEERY GEORGE AND I KNOW
Windy Gibson
April 20, 2016
I was saddened to hear about Derek. He was such a great person and friend. He always had a smile on his face and the best laugh ever! You will be missed my friend! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family!
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