Derrick Wade Goolsby

Derrick Wade Goolsby obituary, Ashland City, TN

Derrick Wade Goolsby

Derrick Goolsby Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Boyd Funeral Home - Ashland City on Nov. 28, 2025.
Derrick Wade Goolsby, Age 41, November 25, 2025. Derrick was born in Nashville, TN on February 20, 1984, the son of James Anthony and Sherry Lee Goolsby. His Father; James Goolsby preceded him in death. His is survived by his loving Mother; Sherry Goolsby, his Sister; Michelle Anderson, his brother; Chuck Howell (Patti), his Nieces Trista Anderson, and Lauren Anderson, his Nephew Branden Lee Jones, and his Aunt; Dawn Renee Burris. Derrick was only 41 years old. He loved spending time with his family and his many friends. His greatest love in life was his family, but also, dearly loved spending time fishing as much as he could. He spent most of his life working with his father doing construction work around the local area. He was loved deeply by all who knew him, and will be dearly missed. The family has selected cremation, and a Celebration of Life Service will be announced at at Later Date.
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