Derrick Keith LeDrew
November 7, 1964 to July 12, 2026
Obituary
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother Derrick Keith LeDrew on July 12, 2026 at Pleasantview Towers after a long battle with heart disease.
Predeceased by his parents Robert and Carmel LeDrew, grandparents Edward and Catherine Stamp, Jonas and Melena LeDrew, niece Heather Burry, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Leaving to mourn his brothers and sisters along with their families; Linda Nugent (Robert) Matthew and Terry, Bob (Mavis) Scott and Dawn, Marilyn Burry (Wayne), Wayne (Sherry) Chris, Harry and Helen, Ed (Lisa) Marcel and Jean, Karen Chapman (Dean) Stanley and Sam, and Mildred Duffy.
Much Gratitude and Thanks to his home care workers and the staff of 1 North East Pleasantview Towers for the care given to Derrick over the last 28 Months.
Derrick met many challenges right from birth, and he faced them all with such determination and strength.
Visitation will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd, St. John’s , from 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Thursday July 16th. A celebration of life will be held in the Reception Lounge at Carnell’s Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 17th.
Donations In his memory can be made to a charity of ones choice.
Schedule
Visitations
12-9 p.m. on July 16, 2026
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Celebration of Life
1:00pm, Friday July 17th
Carnell's Funeral Home Reception Lounge
329 Freshwater Rd.
St. John's, NL
A1B 3P2
Ed and family. So sorry to hear of Derrick’s passing. I remember him on Pennywell Rd back in the day. Always happy to greet your friends! Rest peacefully Derrick.
Only heard of Derek’s passing. today. So sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere condolences to the Ledrew family. RIP Derek
So sorry to hear of Derricks passing,I will always rember him sitting in the truck in the Driveway, with the biggest smile and a wave,RIP Derrick,Sincere Condolences to all the family
I am so sad to hear this news, I hadn’t seen Derek fur many years, but have many memories of him. Spending time at Salmonier as a child meant many visits to Uncle Bob’s and Aunt Carmel’s cabin, and we always played with Derek. The swing was great, he loved that, it is actually how i picture him in my mind- sitting on his swing and always laughing! Abd there was always a tickle match, with a big hug afterwards.
May he rest in peace with Bob and Carmel.
Marilyn & Wayne:
So sorry to hear about your brothers passing, the love & bond you guys had is everlasting. Thinking of you
Chris B
The world has lost an extraordinary individual. We’re all unique but Derrick was definitely one of a kind.
He kept tight lipped about most of his thoughts but when he chose to share, they were never what was expected. His level of intelligence far surpassed what most assumed he was capable of. Not much slipped past him unnoticed.
Everyone in the neighbourhood knew Derrick. He kept a close eye on the comings and goings either from the driveway in his car, seated out front by the door or hanging out the upstairs window (summer and winter). Nothing escaped his gaze. He knew who came and who went. He loved to tell where they were going, what they were doing and when they’d be back, whether he knew them or not.
I have no doubt determination played a major role in overcoming the difficulties life sent his way but that same tenacity made it impossible to convince him not to water his garden while it was raining.
Anyone who crossed paths with Derrick became his friend. Decades may have passed but he never forgot who you were or what your name was.
Derrick took life as it came. He gave nothing but love and laughter asking for little in return aside from three square meals, a bag of chips and, of course, his diet Pepsi.
I may have been hired to care for Derrick but from day one, he wasn’t my client, he was my friend, my real life super hero.
His foolishness, his laughter, his sense of humour, his awe of the world, his bear hugs, his unconditional love will be forever missed.
You will never be forgotten, my sweet Derrick.
So sorry to hear. Rest in peace Derek. Condolences to all the Ledrew family.
Marilyn…So sorry to hear of your brothers passing. May all your happy memories help you through this difficult time. Condolences to you and your family.
Jill Purcell and Larry LeDrew
sending all our love to you with the passing of your brother. many condolences to everyone
Marilyn and Wayne, I know Derrick was a very large part of your lives and he will be greatly missed by you both. Please take comfort knowing Derrick received so much love and support throughout his life from you and your family. May he rest in peace..
Marilyn and Wayne. Sending condolences on the passing of your brother. Thinking of you at this sad time. May your brother rest in peace.
Marilyn and Wayne.
Blessings and Love to you and your family on the passing of your Brother. May you hold all your memories close to your heart. May he rest in peace.
Hugs
Geraldine and Lloyd
Dear Linda and Marilyn and families- I am so sorry to hear of Derrick passing . He lived a much longer life due to the love and caring you guys have given him . He is so happy to be reunited with your mom and dad and no more suffering for him. May all your memories keep a smile on your face and especially in your heart
Sorry Marylin and Wayne on passing of your brother may he rest in peace,I know this is devastating for you.please accept my condolences
so sorry to hear of Wayne passing thinking of you all at this difficult time. god bless him he will be missed.
Marilyn
Sorry to hear of Derricks passing, give my condolences to all the family and my thoughts
.are with you at this difficult time..
So sorry for your loss. I am so grateful to have met Derrick and been able to care for him. It wasn’t hard for him to put a smile on mine and the staffs faces. Will most definitely miss seeing him around.
Marilyn and Wayne and all Derrick’s family, We are so sorry to hear about Derrick’s passing. He was certainly loved by his family and he will be missed. God bless.
Dear Marilyn, Wayne and extended family members….
I was so sad to see your post today regarding Derrick’s passing. I’m sure Mom will find him in no time…..just as Carmel & your Dad will no doubt be there at a great gathering of those who love him. Yourself, Linda & Wayne have done a tremendous job of taking care of him over the years. He is in good hands now. Hugs to you all. XOXO
Marilyn and Wayne so sorry to hear of Derrick’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Linda And Bob and family Please accept our deepest condolences at these difficult times may God Bless.
To All the Ledrew Family
So sorry to hear of Derrick passing he was like family to us always a pleasure to see him everyday after work Mom and Dad thought the world of him please know I am thinking of you guys Hugs to all .
Shelley Ryan
Condolences to the family RIP Derrick