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Derek F. Short January 21, 1953 - November 4, 2020

SHORT, Derek – Passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, Derek Short of Deep Bight, aged 67 years.  Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Mary Short.  Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Dallas; son Dwayne (Heather); daughter Sharon (Dennis); his grandchildren that he adored Rebekah, Nicholas and Jenna; siblings Alma (George), Marjorie (Otto), Rosalind (Austin), Charles (Florence), Judy (Boyd), Valerie, Ang (Wade), Ralph and Debbie (Jim-deceased).  Derek also had many nieces, nephews and a large circle of relatives and friends.  Resting at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Clarenville on Saturday, November 7, 2020 with Covid-19 restrictions.  Funeral service will take place at Fewer’s Memorial Chapel at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 8, 2020 by invitation only.  In his memory donations may be made to Trinity United Church, Deep Bight.

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    Bev and Wilb says

    We were shocked when Dwayne came yesterday morning to let us know about Derek;s passing…..still can’t believe it. Our condolences to Dallas, Dwayne, Sharon, grandkids and the rest of the family…..it won’t be the same around here without him around.

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      Wayne and Sharon Bursey says

      Our condolences to all family

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    Stephen drodge says

    Dallas, dwayne, Sharon and family. My deepest condolences at this very very difficult time. Good man gone to soon

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    Paul Seaward says

    So sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. I remember having many a conversation over coffee at McDonald’s with Derek … brings back a lot of memories and he will certainly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Paul

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      Chesley Smith says

      Our condolence to Derek’s family

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    Chris Hiscock says

    Thought and prayers to short family

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    Muriel Green says

    To the family, shocked to hear of Dereks passing ,sincere condolences to all the family. Hold close to your heart all the beautiful memories they will help you in the trying days ahead . Memories are forever.

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    Anthony says

    You may be gone but you will be always remembered. Rest peacefully my friend.

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    Dave Power says

    Condolences to all the families… I sure will miss chatting with you Derek each time I make a trip to Clarenville and visiting you at your quarry site. Rest easy my friend …its well deserved.
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    Sandra Bennett says

    It was a shock to here of Derrick’s passing it was only a couple weeks ago we where talking to him at the gas bar. Condolences to all the family and may you find peace in your memories. Spread your wings and fly with Christopher. R IP Derrick.

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    Mel Earle says

    My deepest condolences to the Short family. I only became acquainted with Derek briefly from my occasional early morning coffee to McDonald’s in Clarenville in the last couple of years. I found him to be a very gentle soul who talked about his grandchildren whom he loved.RIP Derek

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    Norma Quinton says

    Dallas sorry to hear of Dereks passing Condolences to you and your Family.

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    Winston & Sylvia Brown says

    So shocked to hear of Derek’s passing.
    Condolences to all his family

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    Zeb Stanley says

    So sorry for your loss.

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    Gary and Velma Hart says

    Our deepest sympathy to the family.

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      Lloyd & Maxine Currie says

      Our sincere sympathy to the family. He was such a nice man.

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    Rachel Chymist says

    Derek was a man who brightened up my day at McDonalds. As a young college student, I would leave every four months and come back for Christmas and for the summer. I always looked forward to coming back and seeing him. He was always so friendly and kind! And he really made an impact on my life the short time I knew him. As someone who is so much younger than he was, I still considered him a friend. My condolences to all his family. This man has made an impact on people you don’t even know. Praying that God will comfort you during this time as I know He will. God is still good.

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    Ron & Liz Wade (Todd Carter's parents) says

    Condolences to all , and our deepest sympathy …..

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      Shawn and Rebecca Clarke says

      Our condolences to the family and friends of Derrick. He came to our rescue after hurricane Igor when our basement flooded and we were new to the community, and made us feel welcomed. He will be missed.

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    Donna smith Spurrell says

    Our Deepest Sympathy Dallas and Family

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    Lanie says

    my condolences to the family. derek was one of my favourite customers at tim hortons. One of the sweetest men i’ve ever met.

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    Doyle Short says

    Condolences to you and your families sorry for your loss hugs

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    Leo Bonnell says

    Sad to learn of Derek’s passing. Condolences to the family.

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    Alan Lethbridge says

    Sorry to here about the passing of Derrick

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    Shane Hiscock says

    To the family of the late Derek Short ,

    Please accept my sincerest condolences on Derek’s suddenly passing. He was a very friendly man, always saying hello or waving as he passed by in his truck. I won’t soon forget his friendly demeanour.

    Thinking of you during this sad time.

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    Marlene & Owen Blundon says

    So sad to hear of Dereks passing. He was liked by all at OMB he would come in and chat with all of us. We will miss his visits. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family . Staff at OMB

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    Roy Carpenter says

    So sad to hear of Derek’s passing he was always such a kind and gentle man never passed him that he didn’t say hello I’m sure he will be missed by many RIP my friend Regards Roy Carpenter

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    Annie Reid says

    Dallas Sharon And Family So Sorry To Hear Of Dereks Passing Our Thoughts and Prayers To All The Family Hugs My Friend Fr Lawrence And Ann

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    Kimberley Stoyles says

    I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Derek’s sudden passing. I’ll remember him as a kind man, always quick to lend a hand, and always with a smile or a hearty laugh. My deepest condolences. Kimberley, Riley and Alex

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    Fred and Lisa Dean says

    So sad to hear of Derek’s passing, condolences to the family .

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