David Derksen

Dear Derksen family, Although separated by many miles, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time; that the Lord would comfort and strengthen you at this time. May you know His peace in these difficult circumstances. I remember Uncle David as a kind, gentle, and deeply caring man - a godly example for all to follow, even as he followed His Savior. Christian love, Mark and Pam Ronald

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My deepest condolences to the Paul and family. May God give you peace and comfort in your grief. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. May his soul rest in peace.

Dear Rich and family, Our deepest sympathy during your time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your Pfizer friends in the Primary Pharmacology Group

Linda and I were saddened to hear of David's passing. He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. David always showed himself to be a friendly and caring brother. David always had a smile on his face and always gave an encouraging word. May the God of comfort keep your heart and mind through Jesus Christ our Lord, until you see David again.

My deepest sympathy to the Derksen family. I really felt blessed anytime I had conversation with Mr. Derksen - he was a kind soul. My prayers are with all of the family. Love Mary

Dear Esther and family We send our deepest sympathy at the home-call of David. He was appreciated as a dear friend, who took a keen interest in the work of the Lord both there in London, and also throughout the world. We appreciated his prayerful concern for us. He will certainly be missed. He was a godly elder, with a real concern for the Lord's people and the Lord's work. We trust that the Lord will comfort and sustain you all in your loss. But we are thankful that for David it is far better, at home with the Lord he loved and served. Paul & Eunice

Dear Esther and family, Loved ones are only a memory away and we all have many heartwarming ones of David's many attributes. His smile and caring disposition will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I looked forward to going to work to see Dave because I could always count on his smile, gentle nature and his positive attitude. He always remained calm when work got crazy which tended to calm the rest of us. I have missed both Dave and Esther at our Lab luncheons. Our group is getting smaller every year, now there is one more empty seat. I am saddened that Dave is gone but joyful that he knows heaven as his new home. I know he will be there waiting for the rest of us. Wish you well dear friend.

Dear Linda and family - so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, brother and grandfather. Its a great joy to know that he is now pain free and in the presence of our Lord. God bless you all through the next few days and weeks. His strength will sustain you. Della Dyck ( friend of Linda)

Dear Esther and Family, We are grateful for the wonderful model of a godly man that David lived. He was a blessing to many and will be missed. May God give you the love and support that David gave you while he was with us. We all grieve his going but also we rejoice in the love of God that he is now experiencing in the presence of Christ. Phil & Lydia Hamm

Esther and extended Derksen family. David was always such a gracious, kind man and I know he will be sorely missed by you and by the Assembly. Please know I am praying for you during this difficult time and trust God's Overwhelming Presence will be with you in the days ahead. With Christian Love, Debbie Burr, Lakeshore Gospel Hall.

Dear Esther & family, We are deeply sorrowed to hear of David's passing. Our Prayers are for you & your family to find comfort in the Lord whom David loved & served so faithfully. When I called David just before Christmas, I sensed his failing health , but did not expect his death to come so quickly. David was a faithful friend and always found time to call me on my December birthday and chat about the good old times & always wish me a year of good health and encouraged me . These calls will be missed a lot. David was in our wedding party as a true & trusted friend whom we always appreciated & later learned to know you, Esther, & appreciate your friendship as well. Will be thinking of you & praying for you & your family in the coming days . Unfortunately & with deep regrets, we will not be able to attend the funeral service as we are now at our Florida home for the winter. We are grateful that David is no longer suffering pain and is enjoying time with his Lord & Saviour. Sincerely in Christian love Jack & Charlotte Willms

Dear Family; I have many memories of the Derksen family, and count my friendship with Linda as a privilege. I remember David as a gentleman, and enjoyed our conversations when he delivered groceries to our house many years ago. May God bless and comfort you as you celebrate David's life. He is in that better place- his "Fathers House".

Dear Esther and family: Thank you Esther for letting us know about David's passing. It came as a shock as I hadn't realized how sick he really was. May his Lord and Saviour and your Lord and Saviour bring you comfort in these days. David was a dear and faithful friend since we met at MBBC. He was a bestman at our wedding but did not limit his role to this one event. Nearly every year on or close to our anniversary date we would get a letter or phone call from David asking us how we were doing and then wishing us the best in the coming year. I am sure he was quite unique in how he understood the role of a bestman! But that was David, caring, loving, and faithful. And his love of Jesus was so genuine - always an inspiration to me. May he rest in peace. Thank you my dear friend. I will miss you. Elmer

Of the many dear memories of this sweet man of God are the heartfelt prayers that arose every Tuesday night in the prayer meeting.

It was with deep sadness that I learned of Dave's passing - my heart goes out to you and your family. May the God of all comfort carry you through this sorrowful time, as He is doing for so many of us.

My heart goes out to you, Esther, and to your sons and grandchildren, in the loss David. His deep faith and profound love of family will always stand out in my experience of knowing him over many years. (Dr.) Jo Ann Silcox

Dear Esther and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. David was a wonderful man who will be remembered for his sincere warmth and kindness. We grieve with you and we're praying for you during this time. Love, Joel, Dana & Tristan Crawford

Esther, we just were notified of your loss. What great memories of this wonderful brother in Christ. We are praying for you and the family. Love and blessings to you. Kurt and Wilma Petterson

Dear Esther, Our prayers are with you in this time of heart break, we know David is with the Lord he loved and that we will see him again, but in the meantime we will up hold you and the family in our prayers. Love you.

Esther, we just heard of your husbsnd's homecall. We are so sorry for your loss, We believe the Lord has been glorified by David's life and now his death.

Dear Derksen family, My sympathy and prayers are with you as you live through the loss of you father, husband and our beloved brother-in-law. His gentle and caring ways were an example to us. His love for his Savior and Lord moved us closer to the One we, too, love and try to serve. David served in whatever place he was found and did it well, supported faithfully by Esther. Their sons are our joy as they carry out the principles practiced by their parents, David is now in a better place and praising the Lord who loved and gave His life to save Him. His Savior prayed to have with Him those whom his Father had given him, that they could behold His glory. David is now there and beholding that glory with totally clear vision.

Dear Linda, we are very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, our cousin. We never got to know you and your family very well because of distance. We pray that you will experience God's love as you go through this time of mourning. love, Bert and Ev