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Derick Cantrell Obituary

Derick Michael Cantrell was welcomed by the angels October 24, 2012. He was born on July 17, 1993 to Michael Cantrell and Marie (Maes) Trujillo. Derick attended Sierra High School, Widefield, Colorado and graduated from Lawton High School, Lawton, Oklahoma in 2012. Derick took pride and excelled in everything he aspired to do. He was an avid athlete, with interests ranging from track and soccer to bowling. His love for acting and theatre allowed Derick to shine even brighter as he touched the lives of so many. He was recently involved in filming the upcoming web series Finding Princess Charming. An aspiring Marine, Derick was due to start boot camp in December. Derick was preceded in death by his grandmother Alice Maes and Great-Grandparents Percy and Ruth Mills. He is survived by his loving parents SFC Michael and Jenna Cantrell, and Marie and Joe Trujillo; sister, Ashley Cantrell; brothers, Anthony, Chad and Garrett Cantrell and Gabriel Trujillo; grandparents, William and Virginia Cantrell and George Maes. Derick is also watching over a large circle of beloved family and friends. Derick's viewing will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at Evergreen Funeral Home Chapel, 1830 East Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2320 North Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs. Burial following at Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 30, 2012.

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July 17, 2013

Happy Birthday son, you are loved and missed dearly. Not a day goes by that you are not thought of, missed and truly loved. You're in our hearts eternally and our love for you grows every day.

Audrianna Peffer

June 16, 2013

You are missed.

June 5, 2013

We miss you more than you'll ever know baby boy...

audrianna peffer

June 1, 2013

Derick was an amazing person. I loved having him in class and still miss him to this day.

my first everything

Reona January

May 17, 2013

I will always Love Derick he was a good boyfriend to me and a good friend and even though when he moved and we parted ways He will always have a place in my heart.

November 27, 2012

Such a handsome young man who sounds like he would've conquered the world, so very sorry for your loss. Be proud that you had him even if it was just for a short time. God bless you all.

Garrett Cantrell

November 23, 2012

My brother meant about everything to me all of my brothers mean a lot and it's so weird without him with us

November 18, 2012

Always thinking of you baby boy...

Todd Sabath

November 8, 2012

Mike, I am sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in my prayers.

Christine Blackmon-Parkman

November 5, 2012

My prayers are with the Cantrell Family, Derrick was like a son to me and a brother the Dean and Ty. We will cherish the times we had together, bowling, Mr. LHS, Prom, soccer and just hanging out. He was truly a blessing to my family and will be missed greatly.

Angela Apuzzo

November 5, 2012

It's so hard to believe you're gone. I keep thinking you're going to walk in that door any minute now. We all miss you so much. You have no idea how loved you are, and how much of a difference you truly made. Love you Der.

LHS DRAMA

Thomas Hudson

November 4, 2012

May God forever Bless The Cantrell Family in you time of sorrow. May God Give you the strength to rise. We all were a family and we love you all dearly LHS Drama Family
~BreakingLegsAndTakingNames

Aunt Carrie and Uncle Doug Roth

November 2, 2012

We thought we'd have you forever - but The Lord had a different plan. You have touched the lives of so many and you will live forever through us. We love and miss you.

Ashley Cantrell

November 2, 2012

Stacey Goforth

November 2, 2012

In loving memory of Derick Michael Cantrell.

November 2, 2012

In loving memory of Derick Micheal Cantrell.

Stacey Duncan Goforth

Stacey Goforth

November 2, 2012

Michael and Jenna- We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Derick. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Stacey Duncan Goforth

Stacey Duncan Goforth

Ashley Cantrell

November 2, 2012

My handsome brother Derick - It's so hard to not be able to protect you, knowing there's nothing I can do. I just hope I can make you as proud as you've made me, and with your strength I know I'll be able to get through anything. I love you, and until the day I see you again - I'll be missing you.

Your Loving Family

November 1, 2012

Our beloved son and brother, you made a difference in every life you touched. You will always be loved and never forgotten. For we will be forever enlightened by your legacy.

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