​Derrick Charles Deitrich, 40, Of Baltimore

Derrick Charles Deitrich, 40, was born May 18, 1977, and passed away on Aug. 30, 2017. He was a native of Baltimore who later moved to Georgia with his sister, grandmother and aunt. His last six years he lived in Colorado with his wife and two children.

His mother Barbara Sakell, grandmother Mary Coard, grandmother Doris Lee Deitrich, grandfather Arthur Berry Coard, grandfather Charles Lindy Deitrich, aunt Robin Warren, aunt Rosie Clarke and aunt Marty preceded him in death.

He is survived by his sister Gretchen Deitrich Entrekin; his brother-in-law Michael Entrekin; his three nephews: Tyler, Caiden and Ashton; brother Jamie Deitrich; father Daniel Deitrich and his wife Mary Deitrich; Uncle Charles Deitrich; Great Uncle Pat Cammarata; Aunts Peggy Paslick, Rhonda Cammarata, Great Aunt Marie and sister-in-law Tammy Manspeaker; his nephew Mark and niece Madison; brother-in-law Mathew Manspeaker; father-in-law Buzz Manspeaker; and mother-in-law Nancy Flanagan. He leaves behind his wife and love of his life for over 20 years Tara Deitrich and their two beautiful children Tabitha and D.J. aka Derrick J.R.

Derrick was an amazing person with a big heart. He was a very hard worker whose job was in sales. He always ensured the decisions he made were in the best interest of his family. He was an amazing father, husband, brother, son, nephew and friend. Anyone who knew Derrick would agree, he was a very straightforward person and never had a problem telling you what was on his mind. He loved his sports — especially his Ravens! Derrick will be terribly missed by so many people who loved him so.

A service will be held for Derrick from 11 a.m. until noon on Saturday, June 23, at Parkville Baptist Church, 3309 Taylor Ave, Parkville, MD 21234. Immediately following the service, there will be a memorial potluck celebration of Derrick’s life at Double Rock Park, 8211 Glenn Road, Baltimore, MD 21234. The potluck will be from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 23. Here is the link to sign up for the potluck.

Photo and information provided by Gretchen Deitrich Entrekin.