Derek Jerome Gatchell, 36, was born October 17, 1984, and died unexpectedly on November 15, 2020.
Derek loved his family, especially his little nephew he affectionately called “Biggie Boy”. He was very computer savvy and loved gaming. He also loved playing guitar, piano, harmonica, and recording. Derek is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jo Gatchell; and two sisters, infant Mary Jo and Celeste Nicole Broughton.
He is survived by his father, Jerome C. Gatchell, and stepmother Deborah K. Gatchell; sister Holly (Curt) Kimmel; grandmother Betty J. Gatchell; and very much loved nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his beloved cat, Noodles.
