Derrick was born December 17, 1963 in Mobile, Alabama. He was an avid sports fan, a good father, and friend. He will be missed by so many.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lethel Brown, Sr. and Freddie Mae Thomas; and brothers, Clarence Thomas, and Amorise Brown.
Derrick leaves behind the love of his life, Dr. Jeanine Thomas; his two wonderful sons, Darius and Darryl; siblings, Michael, Harold, Loretta, Terry, Larry, Arroyo, Lois, Lethel, Freddie, Lambert, Mary and Joann.