IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Stephen W.

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Derickson

December 19, 1958 – October 9, 2025

Obituary

Stephen W. Derickson, 66, of Fort Wayne, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025.

He was born on December 19, 1958, in Fort Wayne to Robert and Charlene (Nichter) Derickson.

Stephen worked as an Electrical and Mechanical Engineer for numerous companies, including Magnavox, ITT, and GM.

In his free time, Stephen enjoyed spending time outside, especially fishing; growing a large garden; canning; raising and butchering livestock; but, most of all, he enjoyed gathering his family for reunions and family get-togethers.

Stephen was always a very generous man, helping with festivals at Saint Joseph Hessen Cassel Catholic Church, and donating regularly to the food bank at Saint Joseph.

He is survived by his sons, Alexander, Nathaniel, and Matthew; his mother, Charlene and siblings, Gary, Gregory, Barbara, and Becky.

He was preceded in death by his son, Chad; father, Robert; and sister, Christine Till.

A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Saint Joseph Hessen Cassel Catholic Church, 11337 US-27, Fort Wayne with calling from 1 p.m. until the start of Mass at 2 p.m. Calling will also be Monday, October 13, 2025 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. with the recitation of the Most Holy Rosary beginning at 4:45 p.m. at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne.

Memorials may be directed to Saint Joseph Hessen Cassel Food Bank.

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Funeral Services

Rosary

October
13

Starts at 4:45 pm

Visitation

October
13

5:00 - 8:00 pm

Visitation

October
14

Saint Joseph Hessen Castel Catholic Cemetery

11609 Old Decatur Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

1:00 - 2:00 pm

Funeral Mass

October
14

Saint Joseph Hessen Castel Catholic Cemetery

11609 Old Decatur Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

Starts at 2:00 pm

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