Condolence: Omg I have just learned of this in short! Derek was a great friend of mine me Spence and him hanging out in his room at his mom's place. God I wish I could say good bye to him!!!! Rest in peace my dear friend. It's been over a year! Wish I could have been there! Love you may you rock heaven like you did earth!.

Condolence: With deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: Derek's passing is just so unbelievable. He will always be fondly remembered by us. Our deepest condolences Judy, Murph and Spence

Condolence: My deepest sympathies to all of Derek families and friends, during this difficult time. I coached Derek in ice hockey during his bantam year. I remember a young man with a big heart and a never give up attitude.It was a pleasure to coach and know Derek during that time in his life. Rest in peace Derek.

Condolence: I’m so very sorry to hear about Derek’s passing. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence: Dear Plane and Petro families: There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. No parent should ever have to bury a child. I have been thinking a lot about young Derek and I think this grey wet day in Calgary is the perfect time to snuggle up and watch his favourite movie from way back....Youngblood. Lost but not forgotten.

Condolence: Dear Terri and Andy Dennis and I are so very sorry for your loss. Words are not enough, and honestly, we simply have no words. We have fond memories of earlier times, when we were all together. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis and Linda Joyce