Derrick Metz Obituary
Derrick has lived in the area most of his life and enjoyed hunting and fishing. But his greatest joy was spending time with his children and his grandchildren.
Derrick is preceded in death by his father, Virgil Metz.
Survivors include his mothers, Tammy Mosslander and Joyce Metz; sons, Brendon Metz and Gavin Metz; daughters, Kayla Metz and Phoebe Metz; brothers, Shane Metz and Randy Talburt; grandchildren, Jonathan Priggett, Lilly Priggett, Colton Hood, Remi Helton, Izzack Kirby, Maverick Shipman, Leland Shipman and Paisley Slatton as well as a host of other family and friends.
A visitation will be held at Emerson Funeral Home on Saturday September 7, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Burial will be private.
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1629 E. Nettleton, Jonesboro, AR 72401
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Elizabeth Wilson
September 5, 2024
Derrick you was a warrior You was always ready for anything You would always try to find a positive side to every side and you had a big heart I am glad that you was a part of my family I will never forget your strength to overcome anything I'm going to miss you always Tell everyone in heaven I Love Them I Hope To See Y'all Again Some Day
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