Derek Alexander Sim

January 19th, 2018

SIM, Derek Alexander

Derek Alexander Sim passed away suddenly at home in the early morning hours on Friday, January 19, 2018. He will be remembered as a man who was very family oriented and very social. He could meet and talk to anyone of any age and immediately establish a bond of friendship. His nature was helping. Derek loved his dog, was a tremendous fly fisherman, thrived on camping and coffee. He suffered from an addiction, but he couldn’t break free. Derek will be sadly missed by his parents, Darryl and Diane Sim; sister, Natasha Sim; her sons, Austin and Joseph; sister, Sheena Pike (Trevor Bridge) and their son, Tayvian and daughters, Nakita, Kensli and Trevor’s daughter, Annabelle as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. In lieu of a Funeral Service the immediate family will be having a special Celebration of Derek’s Life at a later date.

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Derek was larger than life, it seems hard to believe that an addiction could get the best of him. He treated friends like family and woe to those who dared cross people he cared about. I look back and feel like I should have done more to help him. He was the type of guy you could call in the worst of times and he would be there. If there's anyone reading this that knew him when I did, look around. Reach out to those in need and help where you can. Maybe if we were as tough as Derek was we wouldn't be here today.

We are sorry to hear about the death of Alexander and extend our deepest sympathy. May God comfort you at this time.

Our prayers for Darryl and Diane and family. Losing a child is so difficult. Derek was a joyful young man. Remember all the good times and know that all your friends and family are with you now and in the future to help you through this. God be with you in this time of sorrow and may he put joy into your hearts about all the wonderful memories you have. God Bless

Dear Diane and Darryl, Words cannot express the pain and emptiness you are feeling right now and I hope you know you are thought of and loved by many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Try to remember all the good times you had with your son.

Dear Darryl and Diana, we are so sorry to hear of Derek`s passing. He was teken from you way to young. Our sincere condolences, thoughts and Prayers are with you both and all of the family. Francisco & Deolinda Marques

Dear Darryl and Diane, we are so sorry to hear of Derek's passing. He was taken from you way to young. Our sincere condolences,thoughts and Prayers are with you both and all of the family. Dennis & Debbie Hastings

Diane & Darryl My sincere condolences to you & your family . Derek’s passing must leave a hole in your heart. A wonderful young man gone way before his time. The clock of life is wound but once And no man has the power To tell just when the hands will stop At late or early hour Now is the only time we own Love Live Laugh Toil with a will But do not wait until tomorrow For the hands may then be still I just ran into you a few weeks ago Diane, my thoughts are with you. Who knew the paths we would find ourselves on. Take good care of each other Wendy Trentham

Dear Darryl & Diane, I met Derek in hospital in 2016. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing. Those bright blue eyes and wonderful personality! I must have met him as a little boy because I lived at 1 Munro Cres. and you were both at a birthday party for Ally Hansen many, many years back that my daughter, Christine Grandy, and I attended. My sincere condolences to you and yours.

Darryl, Diane and family, So sorry to hear of Derek's passing; the death of your son is a tough thing. Let memories of good and happy times help you through your grief. Please know others are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. Wayne and Brenda (Moore)

Diane and Darryl we are so sorry to hear of Derek's passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you. Bob & Linda

So sorry to hear of the passing of Derek. Our hearts go out to you all during the loss of your son,brother,uncle,cousin and friend. Hopefully in time the good memories will help everyone move on..thinking of you all. Barb(Ogilvie)

Darryl and Diane our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Les & Barb

I want to offer my sincere condolences to all of the Sim family. The passing of one so dearly loved at such a young age must be so hard to bear.

Diane and Darryl and family; Tim and I were so sad to read of Derek's passing. We remember the year that him and Kirk played hockey together and sitting with you guys cheering them on!! I remember you bringing Austin to the games and he was pretty little!!! Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks.

My heart breaks for all of you! I don’t have the right words but I wanted you to know that my heart and my thoughts are with you through this very difficult time! I had the pleasure of hanging out with Derek a few times back in 2004. He had the greatest laugh and the biggest heart! He will be missed!

We are so sorry to hear about Derrick’s passing. I remember him from the hockey team that both he and Mike played on. He always had big smile and was so social. Our deepest condolences to Darryl and Diane and family. This is a heartache that no one should bear alone. Gerry, Michael and Carson Tofin

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