Derrick A. Gehrke Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Derrick A. Gehrke (Topeka, Kansas), born in San Antonio, Texas, who passed away at the age of 54, on January 16, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Derrick A. Gehrke to show support.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Derrick may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his stepmother Emma G. Gehrke; and his mother Janet Mari Long. He is survived by: his father Ronald Gehrke; and his daughters, Courtney Garcia-Gehrke and Tatiana Gehrke. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Parker-Price Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (245 NW Independence Ave, Topeka, KS 66608).
Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Heights Christian Church in Derrick's honor.
