Derek Friend Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Derek Friend of Springfield, Missouri, who passed away on December 25, 2024, at the age of 46, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Derek Friend to pay them a last tribute.
Though Derek has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his sister Regina Ethyl Friend Kirk. He is survived by: his parents, Edd Friend and Ina Friend (Russell); his brother-in-law Paul Kirk; his nephew Dakota Kirk; his uncles, Bob Robbins, Dean Russell and Danny Russell (Sue); and his aunt Jaunita Friend.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family as a love offering to help with funeral expenses.
