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Obituary For Derrick Fitzgerald Estes

Funeral services will be Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., Autumn Woods Cemetery, 4000 W. Northside Drive, Jackson, MS 39209.

Mr. Derrick Fitzgerald Estes was born in Louisville, MS on October 23, 1966 to Mr. Chester Triplett and Ms. Helen Williams. He was preceded in death by his brother Dewayne Williams. At an early age he confessed his belief in Christ and was united with Wesley United Methodist Church. He graduated from Provine High School in 1984. He pursued his desire to create graphics at Delta Technical College. Derrick later sought a career as a Pharmacy Technician. Derrick was united in Holy Matrimony to his sweetheart Marquita Estes and they set out to start a future and family. He had a passion for fishing, traveling, and photography. He also loved spending time with family and friends. Derrick never met a stranger. He touched the lives of many people with his kindness and generosity. Derrick entered the gates of eternity on January 9, 2021. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his mother, Helen Williams; his father, Chester Triplett (Lucy); his sweetheart, Marquita Estes; two children: Markesha and Kayla Thomas; sister, Towanda Haley (John); three brothers: Donald Williams, Anthony Triplett, and Alfred Triplett; two grandchildren: Terrah and Terran Cox; a host of aunts, uncles, one niece and nephews, and cousins.

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Something told me to call you today, and I couldn't get an answer, which was kind of odd. And when I googled your name, I was in tears. I've always heard, when someone is on your mind, to always call them. R.I.P friend

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My heart is saddened, Derrick was such a loving, kind spirited person. My sincere Condolences to his family & Ram Class Of 1984'.

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Derrick you are a beloved member of the Provine High School Class of '84. We remember you as someone who was always willing to assist with and participate in any activity we sponsored. We'll always remember your kindness and sweet disposition. You will truly be missed by us all. We love you now and forever- Priscilla Gill Dawson Class of '84

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A childhood friend Derrick you will truly be miss the Ratliff/Holt Family

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Rest in heaven Derrick you will be truly miss

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Derrick you are truly missed and will not be forgotten. Thanks for being a great gentleman. Rest peacefully my dear friend.🙏🏽💔🕊🕊 Continuous prayers for your family..Shauntay Smith

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Rest in heaven, Derrick you will truly be missed. Praying for your children. From David and Sheila Ferrell

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Derrick ,you will be greatly missed. He was a friend to all he meet. Rest in peace my friend. From the Family of Olivia Maples

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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