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for Derrick Porter
Perry Moore
June 10, 2010
It doesn't take a person long to get to know a person like Derrick, or DP. A true friend. If there is anything that could be said about Derrick, that is that he will be missed. To his family you have my deepest sympathy. Derrick Porter, what a true friend sould be.
June 9, 2010
I just lost my father in january I know how yor heart is feeling. no words ease the pain.I was truly blessed to have Derrick as a friend In school DP was my reality check.I now know he is with the lord our god making him laugh, may he bless your whole family
sincerly
Big Mike
Min. Warren Dates
June 8, 2010
To the family of Derrick Porter:
You have my Deepest Sympathy in your time of sorrow; though he's not here with you in body, his spirit shall forever dwell; for the bible tells us to be 'absent with the body, is to be present with the Lord.' Derrick was a great light and ALWAYS brought joy to those of us who knew him at Miles College. May God keep each of you is my prayer!
May 18, 2010
Derrick, my baby. I remember calling you my baby to someboby and you told me, "I'm not a baby any more", and from that time on I called you my youngest son or my #2 son. But you were then, and will always my baby. I miss you so much. You grew into a fine young man. A man I am so proud of. I miss talking to you, being in the room with you, and reading the newspaper to you after the MS took it's toll on your body. There is a hole and an emptiness in my heart that will never be filled. Everyone tells me the Lord has something good/a crown/reward planned for me, and I politely tell them I would gladly tell the Lord,"You can keep it, just heal Derrick". But, my wishes, wasn't His will. I know you are in Heaven with a healed body, smiling at everybody up there, because you never met a stranger. I will always miss you and you will forever be in my heart.
Until we meet again,
Love,
Ma
May 14, 2010
My deepest condolences and prayers to the Porter family and friends. Derrick your bright smile could always brighten a room. You will truly be missed. Wilma C.( Bham ,AL - Miles College)
Brandon
May 13, 2010
Rest in peace Uncle Derrick.I love you "bruh".My first play on the football field with be for you.
-Bran
Michael Lee
May 13, 2010
May God Bless The Porter Family In This Time Of Sorrow.My Thoughts and prayers are with you. Derrick A. Porter will be miss.
Coach Mike Lee/Reed High School 1990-93
Eboni
May 13, 2010
I'm a high school classmate and I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of such a great, inspiring and loving person. He was a great friend and someone that always kept me laughing. Keep the Faith and all will endure
Keyshia B.
May 13, 2010
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May God bless your family and closest friends.
May 13, 2010
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shell I fear? The Lord is the stregth of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27;1 Love always your couisn Juanita Cunningham ( B- Ham Al
May 12, 2010
Cassandra and Betty our prayers are with the family. Psalms 121 say Lift up your eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh your help. For God didn't bring you this far to leave you. Turn it over to Jesus and he'll work it out.
Joyce G. Joseph and Ethel Mae Glover
Bianca Williams-Jones
May 12, 2010
My Thoughts And Prayers Goes Out To The Porter Family. Bianca Williams-Jones, Bre'Jan L. Williams, Rodney D. Jones lll, & Rae'Van M.L. Jones
Donna Wright
May 12, 2010
Derrick Omg! I'm so hurt I had not seen you i forever we were neighbors in New Orleans, I will always remember your smile and sweet demeanor I know you were a great role model to my lil boy who was only 5 years old, God Bless your mother for raising such a beautiful human being i only knew you for a short time but I will never forget who you were May God bless your family and may God keep you in peace.
LAKEISHA MITCHELL
May 12, 2010
DERRICK PORTER AS WE SAY IN ALABAMA DP, YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED. OUR FRIENDSHIP AS BEEN ENCOURAGING, SUPPORTIVE AND LOVING. I AM GLAD GAVE US OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME FRIENDS FOR A LIFETIME.
TO MRS.CASSANDRA MAY GOD'S STRENGTH GIVE YOU COMFORT IN YOUR GRIEFING OUR. WE KNOW THAT DP IS IN MUCH BETTER PLACE SMILING DOWN ON US; ENJOYING GOD'S PRESENCE.
I LOVE YOU GUYS KEISHA
shanna Porter
May 12, 2010
Big P,
OMG I will miss your beautiful smile and handsome face more than you will know. I thank God that you were in my life as a friend, as a lil brother. No one will ever take your place in my heart. Thanks for being such a great Uncle and brother in law, you were always there for us... my kids truely admire you for the encourage you displayed during your battle with MS. You will forever be their Hero. Don't worry your memory will live on in each of them. Alanna(Derrina)has your love for numbers and your height. Alyssa has your friendly-loving personality and beautiful. Keedy has your 9th ward demenor and loves to be the life of the party like you. And Brandon has your swag(with the Ladies) and loves football- you thought him well. It has been my pleasure and honor to take care of you ...I know you would have done the same for me. I love you "Big Pimpin".
Your sister in law forever,
Shanna
Lionel Cryer
May 12, 2010
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning" (Psalm 30:5) L.Cryer
Kathrina Carr
May 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
AL. CUTINO
May 12, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dionndra Lemar
May 12, 2010
DAP, I still can't believe your gone. You will always remain my favorite cuz. I remember when you tried to teach me chess when we were younger. You taught me wrong (we played checkers w/ chess pieces instead)& I still beat you... LOL.
I will miss you terribly, but I know you are in a better place with no more suffering. I love you forever cuz!! I'll see you in heaven love!!
agnes branch
May 12, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lydia Cook
May 12, 2010
Cassandra, May God continue to provide for you unwaivering strength and understanding in the passing of Derrick. Just rest in knowing he is now with his maker our Heavenly Father and all of his pain has gone away. "TRUST IN THE LORD WITH ALL THINE HEART AND LEAN NOT TO THINE OWN UNDERSTAND," proverbs 3:5
James, Lydia & Jeremy
SCHANELL ALLEN
May 12, 2010
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW DEEPLY SADDENED I WAS TO HEAR OF DERRICK'S PASSING. MY PRAYERS AND MY THOUGHTS ARE EXTENDED TO THE PORTER FAMILY AND TO HIS EXTENDED FAMILY. "The angels are always near to those who are grieving to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God."
BE BLESSED!
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