Derrick Adonis Anderson

1973 - 2020

On 04/23/20 Derrick Adonis Anderson a.k.a "Glass Dee" departed this life and entered his eternal rest with his Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 47. Derrick was born February 3, 1973 in New Orleans. He was a great son to his loving parents Irvin and Shirley Anderson. Derrick attended O. Perry Walker high school and graduated in 1991. He received his Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Southern University in Baton Rouge in 1996. He also completed more teaching certifications remotely from L.S.U. in 2018. Derrick was a teacher for Orleans Parish school system until 2005 before relocating to Atlanta after Hurricane Katrina. He continued teaching in the Atlanta area and his teaching career lasted over 20 years. Derrick was a dedicated teacher. He received teaching awards including teacher of the year in 2002 from the school where he worked. In 2007 Derrick achieved his dream and started his production company Glass Dee Entertainment. He provided Djing, audio and sound, lighting and various equipment rental services across the metro Atlanta area. His impressive Djing skills and style made him a highly successful and sought out DJ in the Atlanta area. In 2017 he expanded his production company and started another successful business Dee's Photo booth rental company. Derrick was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. He actively served his community with his fraternity brothers. Derrick was a very good person. He cherished and loved his family. He was that special link that kept his extended family together. Derrick was a devoted husband to his wife Melanie and a proud great father to his son Blake. Derrick established great relationships with many people and had many friends. His genuine personality, caring kind heart and ability to connect with people made him a unique special person. He was always, as he would say "Chillin like a Villain." Derrick will truly be missed. Derrick is survived by his parents Irvin and Shirley Anderson of New Orleans, His wife Melanie A. Anderson of Lithonia,Ga. His Son Blake Adonis Anderson of Lithonia, Ga. His siblings Irvin Anderson Jr. (Javelin) of Seagoville, Tx and Darlene Anderson- Johnson (Kenneth) of New Orleans, His nephews Gavin, Drew, Irvin III, Devin and Kenneth Jr. His nieces Chelsea, Kennedi and Phoebe. His Uncles, Aunts, Cousins and many special people to whom he considered Family. A public viewing was held on 04/30/20 at Carl M. Williams Funeral directors Inc. 492 Larkin St. SW Atlanta, Ga, 30313. Funeral services was held on 05/01/20 at Hillandale Memorial Gardens. 6201 Hillandale Dr. Lithonia, Ga. 30058.