You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

My friend, my pledge brother, he will be missed!   Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Derrick always impressed me with his respect, good manners,  and kindness. Dan and I were happy that he and Ben were such good friends. Ben really cared for him and Kehler and Emily loved him too.  He was a very special friend to them and  many others and he will be missed. I cannot imagine the grief that comes with losing a child. I will be thinking of you and Ray in the coming days.

The outpouring of love and kind words I've seen for DJ is a testament to the impact and influence he had on so many. He was always a great friend. My deepest condolences

Carolyn and Ray, My family and I celebrated Derrick's life last night at dinner with a toast and prayers. We send you our love, we hope to send you peace and we thank you for sharing Derrick with us.  -The Morrison Family

So sorry to hear of the passing of your precious son.  You are in my prayers

Carolyn and Ray, I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that God will ease your pain and give you peace and comfort.
In Christ's Love,

Carolyn & Ray, My heart just broke when I found out about Derrick. I am so sorry about this. Since the have been in the mountain for 16 years I have not done a good job with keeping up with people. When I do get down it is to see my kids. You and Ray with be in my prayers. Doug & Brenda Sigmon

I meet DJ several years ago and from that day on when he saw me he called me "mom".   A smile and a hug came next.  He got to know all of us and always trying to make people laugh.   I thoughts and prayers are with you and praying you find peace and comfort knowing he is flying high with the angels.  He was one special young man.

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your wonderful son. We will be praying for you and the whole family that you might find peace and that only good memories of Derrick will fill you heart. Sincerely

Carolyn and Ray, so sad to hear of the passing of your precious son. Our hearts go out to you. Kathy also sends her love and sympathy. Betty and Bill

Praying for your family during this very difficult time!
Todd & Tammi Rhoney

DJ will always be remembered as one of the biggest personalities in the room.  Great memories will remain from college and seeing him around in Charlotte.  Thoughts and prayers with the family.

I am so sorry for your loss. DJ was such a sweet and fun guy. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

Carolyn and Ray. My hearts hurts for both of you. I will have you in my prayers for the journey you have traveled and the journey ahead of you. I am out of town and will not be back until Monday. My thoughts will be with you as you go through the hardest days of your life.
Love to all
Loretta and Charlie Horne

Ray and Carolyn, my love and prayers to you today and in the months to come. Derrick was such a handsome young man and seemed to always be a great friend. The world's loss but heaven's gain...

God be with you DJ. It hurts to hear this news. But so many special memories. 
Strong thoughts and prayers are with Big Red and Ray.

I remember riding our bikes through Woodleigh like we were daredevils, and trumping through the woods behinds his house for hours.  Great memories I'll always cherish.

Derrick was one of a kind. It was such an honor to be the Face of Hope with him in 2013. He will surely be missed. Praying for the family.

We wish that our high school classmate, Carolyn Wiggins Jones, knows we are thinking of her and her family during this difficult time. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her and her family.

The best compliments are from the true opinions and thoughts of friends and family after we are gone.   It has been quite some time since I have seen or spoken to Derrick; yet I knew his kind and warm zest for life.  My thoughts are with the family and all of our Ashbrook community that will miss him greatly.  Deo Gratias!

Seeing DJ with a warm smile and standing with his hands in his pocket is how I perfectly remember him from college!  I am wishing everyone comfort and solace at this heartbreaking time.  I'm sure he's looking down now, with that charming smile, at all of his loved ones.  Warmest Wishes and God Bless.

Kindly,
Chrissy Dukiet Poggioli

OBITUARY

Derrick Trevor Jones

August 3, 1975 – March 28, 2016

Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park

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