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Derek Dvorjak Obituary
Derek was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and moved with his family to Elizabethtown in 1992. He was a graduate of St. James Catholic School and John Hardin High School. Derek was a KHSAA state track champion in the 4x800 relay. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout from Troop 233. He was a graduate of the University of Louisville and was a brother in the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity.
Derek was a kind, intelligent, handsome, generous, determined and passionate young man. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Derek was preceded in death by an infant sister, Cecilia Marie Dvorjak; his paternal grandparents, Mary and John Dvorjak; and his maternal grandmother, Susan Ondo.
Derek is survived by his parents, Mary Rose and Dennis Dvorjak; his siblings, Daniel (Daniela and nephew, John Max), Olivia, Veronica and Jacob; his Pappy; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his beloved dog Gus.
A Mass of Christian burial is at 10 a.m. Friday at St. James Catholic Church in Elizabethtown. Burial follows in the church cemetery.
Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. James Catholic Church/Cemetery Fund.
Condolences may be expressed at www.brownfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Derek Dvorjak
Karen Steve and Steven Danko
May 20, 2016
Dear Mary and Dennis-
So sorry for the loss of your son Derek. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending our love from Chicagoland.
Dave Carrell
April 30, 2016
Dennis,
How sad it was to hear of the loss of your son, Derek. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless all of you.
Connie B, RN
April 30, 2016
My heart hurts for your family. Derek was only a few months older than my oldest son, so he held a very special place in my heart. I can't begin to imagine the hurt you are feeling right now. I will never forget him. I pray that God will comfort you in the days and months to come.
Jim, Lisa and Philip Santay
April 29, 2016
Mary Rose, Dennis and Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel over the loss of Derek. We are praying that God would comfort you in your sorrow and give you strength in the weeks to come.
Al Pike
April 29, 2016
May God Bless You and your entire family Dennis and help you during the rest of your life on earth in trying to cope with this sorrow.
Joe and Alma Medley
April 28, 2016
Mr.and Mrs. Dvorjak, Words cannot express the sorrow you must feel. I didn't know Derek, but knew the rest of your family from St. James. I hope you find comfort in your faith and that God gives you comfort. I cannot imagine losing a child. God bless and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Griffin
April 28, 2016
Dennis and family...our collective hearts are broken on the loss of your beloved son, Derek! As he now walks arm in arm with our Lord, know that one day you will see him again...
Harry Braxton
April 28, 2016
I never had the pleasure of meeting Derek but wish that I had. My condolences to the Dvorjak family!
Vickie (Whobrey-Lowe) Jones
April 27, 2016
I loved Derek and I am so thankful that he was such a great friend and role model for my son Tyler. He had such a positive attitude and beautiful smile. Derek was an inspiration to all who knew him.
Jackie Brames
April 27, 2016
What a kind, gentle, exceptional young man. He touched my heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael and Nora Sweat
April 27, 2016
Your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. So sorry.
Carl Christiansen
April 27, 2016
Dennis please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family. Words can't adequately express how much admiration I have for you and your family. You will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers.
Rita Stillwell
April 27, 2016
Mary & Dennis and family,
May the love of friends & family carry you through your grief.
Melody Shattuck
April 27, 2016
Dennis and Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything don't hesitate to ask.
Linda Hereford
April 27, 2016
There are no words, sending prayers of love with deepest sympathy to the Dvorjak family.
Love
Gail Hereford
Freddy & Kathi Thomas
April 27, 2016
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Michelle and Chuck McCready
April 27, 2016
Lots of love to and your family.
Mark Gavula
April 26, 2016
I am at a loss to what to say, but I know Derek was special to my boys, Stefan and Marky. I am so sorry. I know he is with Jeaus and the Angels.
Robin Ondo
April 26, 2016
May God provide comfort and peace to you all. Love and prayers always.
Bob Roush
April 26, 2016
Dear Mary Rose, Dennis & Family,
Our prayers are with you at this time of unimaginable loss. We believe Dereck is happy and secure in His arms. May God bless you with extra strength. Love, Nelia & Bob Roush
Tracey and Tim Riley and Marcum
April 26, 2016
Dennis we are so sorry for your great loss. If we weren't already out of town we'd be there. Prayers to you all. God Bless
A Mims
April 26, 2016
My prayers are with you all.
Tania Veirs
April 26, 2016
We are praying for your family.
Darren and Tania Veirs and Katie Skiles
janice maiolo
April 26, 2016
Prayers for the family,with deepest sympanthy
Rachel Daugherty
April 26, 2016
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