It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Robert "Bob" L. Derick, 67, on April 21, 2022, at his mother's home with his loving brother and sister, Mike and Debby, by his side, after a brave battle with cancer.

Robert was born on August 29, 1954, in Newport, to Leonard and Phyllis Derick. He was predeceased by his father Leonard, brother David and sister Linda Derick Laflam.

Robert was a graduate of NCUHS class of 1972 and Castleton State College in 1977.

Robert leaves behind his beloved mother Phyllis, brother Michael Derick and his wife Margaret and sister Deborah Greenwood and husband Glenn. Nieces and nephews who treasured their time spent with Uncle Bob are Shelley Lafoe and husband Charlie, Allison Hildreth and husband Cory, Brooke Robbins and husband Danny, David Derick and wife Moriah, Emily Wilson and husband Garrett, Amy Derick and Todd and Troy Laflam. Great nieces and nephews Caroline and Dax Lafoe, Judson and Elle Hildreth, Aubrey and Karsyn Robbins, Emmett and Eloise Wilson and baby girl Mila Derick will miss his playful nature.

He also leaves lifelong friends Steve Lucas, Ben Mossa, John Moore, (the Posse), and Brad Maxwell, Tim Hinman and Dan Souliere who were by his side throughout his illness.

Robert's love of sports was evident during the many years he was employed at The Great Outdoors in Newport. His warm and friendly nature made it easy for him to connect with customers, young and old. The past three decades you can always find him fishing the rivers of Northeast Kingdom. He also was an avid bird hunter in many cornfields in the area.

Robert also worked at NKHS. He had a big heart, brought happiness to the workplace and cared about everyone, He was a true friend. His laughter, hilarious comments, his antics, and friendship will be greatly missed.

Robert lived a full 67 years. He touched so many lives in the community, friends coworkers and family. While in the hospital and later at his childhood home, he had an endless stream of visitors each with stories of his athletic days at NCUHS and Castleton State College which were none short of amazing. We all enjoyed listening and seeing Bob smile as he relived those memories with his friends and family.

Robert's family would like to send their sincere gratitude to the following people for their love and support: the professional staff at North Country Hospital, the VNA nurses, and a special thank you to Laura, Cheryl, Sue and Tabitha for your excellent care, compassion, and patience during Robert's last days at home.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday May 14, 2022 at Pine Grove Cemetery in Newport. Following the graveside service there will be a celebration of life at the East Side Restaurant. If friends desire contributions in Robert's memory may be made to the Derby Fish & Game Club, P.O. Box 187, Derby, VT 05829, The Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855, or Catch the Cure, 235 Vance Hill Road, Newport Center, VT 05857. Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.