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Memories and Condolences
for Derrick Smith
Vikki Norman
October 1, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our deepest condolences to the family we're keeping you all in our prayers now and the days ahead. Rest in Peace Derrick!!!!
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Anabelle Castro
September 30, 2022
Dear Friend you will always be remembered! Until we meet again
JaCorey Glaude
September 30, 2022
There are no words that articulate my love for you. The bond of friendship transcends death as I will carry you with me everywhere I go. The laughs, the late nights, the words of encouragement and even our global domination planning sessions will be missed. We were family by choice and for that I´m grateful. "Senior Magic," rest until we meet again.
Love Always,
JaCorey
(Lil Magic)
Kimberly Hamler
September 30, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person and my first best friend since elementary school. You will be truly missed.
Kimberly Hamler
September 30, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person & my first best friend since elementary school. You will be truly missed friend.
Love always,
Kimberly Hamler
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Dana Lloyd
September 27, 2022
Derrick, I cannot bring myself to refer to you in the past because you are an eternal. I will always hear your giggle, and your outright outbursts of laughter in my ears. I will always hear your gentle low voice...and your super high pitched loud voice filled with hilarity! I will hear you off in a corner singing when you didn´t realize anyone was listening (lol I love that). I will sing out stupid songs that we made up! I will think of you anytime I see some serious fashion, some funky skulls, and the color pink in any shade-and if all 3 are combined I will find your message. Your energy, kindness and care impacted everyone deeply that you were able to touch. You will always live on strong in our hearts and minds! Love you D...
Shyrelle Stewart
September 26, 2022
Bestie I can´t believe it. Over 25yrs of been close friends. Now I´m trying to get used to a new normal. I´m not hearing your voice every day. I miss you I am going to miss you every single day. I love you Derrick D. Smith. Get a bond was broken the day you left. But your love and your memories and the time we shared together throughout these years will never be forgotten. BFF Love you Big sis Butterfly
Shamira Williams
September 25, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Raven
September 24, 2022
I´ll try I try I try not to think about it I try not to I just try to act like it never happened because I don´t know how to except it you and I have been friends since 1998 you stayed with me for about four years we remain friends and I just don´t know what to say I´m going to miss you so much but don´t worry I will take care of your mother and watch over your sister I love you forever and ever
Liz
September 22, 2022
Rest in paradise derrick thank you for being an amazing human and foe being my trainer for 6 Years one of the best!
Christina Neptune
September 21, 2022
You will deeply be missed. Your memory will continue to radiate a room as it did when we were in your presence.
Valerie Dennis
September 20, 2022
One of a kind. Talented, funny and inspiring. Sending all my love to Derrick and his family. He will be missed <3
Rico
September 20, 2022
So many moments shared, so many memories left to cherish... my friend, my brother, ballroom house member and fellow creative, I am still in awe, but God. What an honor it has been to be a part of your chosen family away from home. Thank you for being so authentically you and shining your light so bright in this world. I can only imagine you're wearing your crown in all of heaven's glory as only you could. You are so missed and so loved. Long Live Our Dear "Carbon" as we so affectionately called you. Love you man! - Rico
Maryse M.
September 20, 2022
Thank you for being a constant in our ever changing space.
Take your rest and fly high.
Alide Jarbeau
September 20, 2022
alexandra o'connell
September 20, 2022
Condolences and much love and strength to your family.
Remembering your kind and gentle eyes and your mischievous smile and I say this with all of the goodness in my heart and soul You were a beautiful, creative and witty person. You will be missed in this life. Spread your gorgeous wings in heaven and share your love.
Love,
Alexandra
alexandra o'connell
September 20, 2022
Condolences and much love and strength to your family.
Remembering your kind and gentle eyes and your mischievous smile and I say this with all of the goodness in my heart and soul You were a beautiful, creative and witty person. You will be missed in this life. Spread your gorgeous wings in heaven and share your love.
Love,
Alexandra
Rachel Keeler
September 20, 2022
Derrick, you will be deeply missed. I´ll miss your endless positivity, sense of humor, and eternal sunshine of a smile & voice. Your genuineness is a rarity, and for those that were fortunate enough to witness it, we are truly blessed. Rest in comfort and love <3 Sending my deepest sympathies and love to the Smith Family.
Teeona L
September 20, 2022
I am deeply saddened by this news. Derrick was a genuine soul. Loving, Kind, Funny, A real one for sure. Always inspiring. Love uu Derrick. My condolences to his family & friends
Milena G
September 20, 2022
Sending all my love and condolences to Derricks family, the memories of his beautiful soul shinning through every time he smiled will be remembered forever.
Claudia Batista
September 20, 2022
Sending all the love and prayers to Derek´s family. You´ll be remembered as the amazing human being you where thank you for all the teachings and all the love that you share with me. REST IN PEACE my friend.
Tanisha alicea
September 20, 2022
My Deepest condolence to you families.I have such much respect for you not only you were great and enjoyable to work with your honesty and charisma nobody else have .
Tanya Owens
September 20, 2022
Sending my love and condolences to Derrick´s family and friends . I will miss his smile, sense of humor , calm nature and loving spirit. In the arms of the Lord may he rest
Jennifer Rondinelli
September 20, 2022
Sending my condolences to Derricks family. I´m so saddened to hear of his passing. May he rest in eternal peace. Heaven has gained an Angel.
Mike Oviedo
September 20, 2022
I am deeply saddened by this news. Derrick was a genuine beautiful soul. He was one of those you could count on and as novice as I was to that industry, his talent and openness allowed me to feel inspired by how further I can consider to explore a different art form. In short he was the real deal. Rest in power g!
Eve Justamante
September 20, 2022
My deepest sympathies and condolences for the loss of wonderful Derrick. His radiant smile, disposition, dynamism, energy, eccentricity, kindness, and integrity leave indelible marks on the hearts that were lucky enough to know him. I pray comfort and peace surround his loved ones. Godspeed, Derrick. May you sleep in the heavenly arms of our Creator. You will be sorely missed.
With love,
- Eve J.
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