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Michael Sebastian Derda

Date of Death: May 19, 2012

Michael S. “Mike” Derda

Michael Sebastian “Mike” Derda, 22, of Front Royal, Virginia, died Saturday, May 19, 2012, in Stephens City, Virginia.

Mike was born in 1989, in Manassas, Virginia, the son of James Derda, of East Liverpool, Ohio, and Mary Barbara Bell of Front Royal, Virginia. He was a fork lift operator at the Home Depot Distribution Center in Front Royal, Virginia. Mike was a volunteer with the Shawnee Fire and Rescue in Winchester. He was a graduate of Sherando High School, Class of 2008.

Surviving with his mother and father is his step father, Alan Bell of Front Royal, Virginia; grandparents, Mike and Leslie Edenton of Nokesville, Virginia; sisters, Sarah Derda of East Liverpool, Ohio and Jennifer Bell of Front Royal, Virginia; aunts and uncles, Michelle and Steve Gober, their children Gabrielle, Hannah and Charlotte, all of New Tripoli, Pennsylvania; Jane and Jim Zimmerman and daughter, Lisa, of East Liverpool, Ohio; John and Sue Derda and son, Eric, of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Francesca Keffer, of Strasburg, Virginia.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Chaplain Mark Ransom officiating. Interment will be in Mount Hebron Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Friday evening, from 5:00-8:00 PM, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shawnee Fire and Rescue 2210 Valor Drive, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

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Michael S. “Mike” Derda Michael Sebastian “Mike” Derda, 22, of Front Royal, Virginia, died Saturday, May 19, 2012, in Stephens City, Virginia. Mike was born in 1989, in Manassas, Virginia, the son of James Derda, of East Liverpool, Ohio, and Mary Barbara Bell of Front Royal, Virginia. He was a fork lift operator at theContinue Reading

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amber cook left a message on May 22, 2012:
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Mary left a message on May 24, 2012:
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K. Nichols left a message on May 30, 2012:
I wish to express my condolences to the family. I know that your loss is great. May you find comfort from the God of all comfort who can help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. It can be so hard to face each day without your loved one, but the love and support of family and friends and, of course, our loving Creator, can help to ease the pain and sorrow. Again, please accept my sincere condolences.
Liliane Lykes left a message on May 29, 2012:
My sincere best wishes to his immediate family, and to my dear friend, Leslie. love, liliane.
Dr. Sue Hirsch left a message on May 27, 2012:
I fondly remember ayoung Michael at Animal Medical Center. He was much loved and will be missed. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. Sue Hirsch
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
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Crystal D. Marshall (Scheulen) left a message on May 24, 2012:
I had Mike for study hall while he was at Sherando. He was always such a sweet and kind student. He was always ready to make someone laugh. The world has lost a wonderful person.
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Francesca Keffer left a message on May 22, 2012:
I remember the first thing you ever said to me... "Would you like a piece of gum?" Haha, it was the most random thing ever but it got our wonderful relationship started. I miss you and love you, baby...So much... You are truly missed.
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Trena Wise Schaumburg left a message on May 22, 2012:
Mike you may be gone but you won't be forgotten....I wish you had realized how many people loved you and how many lives you touched with your kind soul....May You Rest in Peace!
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Mike was a good friend and coworker he was all smiles and friendly .i remember when he used to play pinpon i got so interested in learning because i would see him beat everybody. that i whanted to learn . He started teaching me pin pon and will never forget how he used to enjoy beating me .He always lended a hand when needed .we will miss u mike.
public.user left a message on May 22, 2012:
I was a coworker of Mike's at the Home Depot. I have only known Mike for less than a year, but I always knew him to be a kind and funny person. He was always smiling and was passionate about working with the fire department and playing rugby. Mike will be missed by myself and many of his coworkers.
Dee Marcey left a message on May 22, 2012:
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Dee and George Marcey left a message on May 22, 2012:
Our hearts and prayers are with you and family. Your warm smile will be missed.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
angie left a message on May 22, 2012:
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angie left a message on May 22, 2012:
Mike was a good friend and coworker he was all smiles and friendly .i remember when he used to play pinpon i got so interested in learning because i would see him beat everybody. that i whanted to learn . He started teaching me pin pon and will never forget how he used to enjoy beating me .He always lended a hand when needed .we will miss u mike.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I wish to express my condolences to the family. I know that your loss is great. May you find comfort from the God of all comfort who can help you to cope with the loss of your loved one. It can be so hard to face each day without your loved one, but the love and support of family and friends and, of course, our loving Creator, can help to ease the pain and sorrow. Again, please accept my sincere condolences.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
My sincere best wishes to his immediate family, and to my dear friend, Leslie. love, liliane.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I fondly remember ayoung Michael at Animal Medical Center. He was much loved and will be missed. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. Sue Hirsch
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I had Mike for study hall while he was at Sherando. He was always such a sweet and kind student. He was always ready to make someone laugh. The world has lost a wonderful person.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I remember the first thing you ever said to me... "Would you like a piece of gum?" Haha, it was the most random thing ever but it got our wonderful relationship started. I miss you and love you, baby...So much... You are truly missed.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
I was a coworker of Mike's at the Home Depot. I have only known Mike for less than a year, but I always knew him to be a kind and funny person. He was always smiling and was passionate about working with the fire department and playing rugby. Mike will be missed by myself and many of his coworkers.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Our hearts and prayers are with you and family. Your warm smile will be missed.
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