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Dr. Rodney Derrick

1959 - 2018

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Rodney Derrick Obituary

Dr. Rodney Derrick Mt. Pleasant - George Rodney "Rod" Derrick was born on July 29, 1959 in Walhalla, South Carolina, son of Barbara and Tommy Derrick. Rod was preceded in death by his father Thomas Virgil Derrick and his brother Charles Randolph Derrick. He is survived by his mother Barbara Derrick of Mount Pleasant, SC; and his brother Thomas Virgil Derrick III of Charleston, SC. Rod enjoyed many interests; from rock climbing, yoga, dancing, playing guitar, to traveling the world. He received his medical degree from MUSC and worked at the Children's Hospital of San Francisco, where he specialized in Emergency Medicine. He later returned to Mount Pleasant where he started a business housing development. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Mount Pleasant, 1520 Rifle Range Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464; on Saturday November 17 at 4 PM. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, Mt Pleasant, 1520 Rifle Range Road Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, 29464, 843-884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2018.

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Gloria

November 9, 2025

Angels always leave us when their job is complete. But we never forget how they changed our lives. Sad Miss him year after year. Still don´t understand what happened.

Gloria

November 9, 2023

He was an angel sent from God to make our lives pleasant; I still do not know how he passed - he had his surgery for the sinuses was free again - all i can think of is he also suffered from something that indirectly takes your life; I hope I will see him in Heaven - he will forever be in my heart. Gloria.

I send my love to Barbara and his brother and sister in law - whom he loved - that's how siblings rolllllll.

Gloria devoto

June 16, 2021

I am grieve stricken and cannot imagine he is gone. Rodney was the love of my life. I was googling him to find him once more and come upon his obituary! My number is 305-215-1938. I am heart broken.

He had his sinusitis surgery and was cured of his ailment. I travelled all the United States with him Rv style. Devastated. Thought he would live a long time. If anyone knows what happened please post. I can´t even get in touch with his mom Barbara or brother; lost touch;

Yes Rod is all the things everyone says about him.

Natasha

May 27, 2021

I met Rod many years ago in Europe but lost touch awhile back. He was an amazing person. Very optimistic, kind and courteous. I am so sorry about your loss.

Norman

December 17, 2020

I met him years ago, and just learned of his death. Stunned. What happened? He was so young?

Mary Snead

November 9, 2020

Thinking of you Barbara on this day

Enrique Pallares

December 28, 2018

We were buddies in middle school and high school. Lost touch over many years but I only remember his honest friendship and drive to succeed. Rest In Peace.

Lowell Ross

November 21, 2018

Boddie, I was saddened to learn of Rod's death,

Angela Evans

November 19, 2018

Prayers to the Derrick family.

Dee Sanders

November 18, 2018

So very sorry for the loss of Rod! He will be missed by all that had the honor of calling him friend. Keeping family and friends close in heart and prayer.

Katharine Carreaux

November 17, 2018

The world is considerably less without Rod's infectious smile. We drifted apart over the years but I valued our many experiences together before, during and after my marriage. Barbara, I tried to find you many times and I hope you know that I care for you and I have missed you. I found out about this about 2 weeks ago. My heart goes out to you and I am incredibly sorry and sad for you and the friends who loved Rod like a brother.

November 17, 2018

Barbara, I was so sorry to learn of the death of your son, Rod. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
-Pamela Marsh

Mary Snead

November 17, 2018

Dear Barbara , I was so terribly sorry to hear of Rod's death. There are no words. Rod was a darling man and you an amazing mother. I wish for you peace and grace in your grieving. Love mary

Jerry Rhodes

November 17, 2018

Barbara, my heart goes out to you and Chip on the passing of Rod. So many years have gone by since we were neighbors but one does never forget memories. I go to the beach house at Isle of Palms three or four times a year and would like to see you if possible. I am still at the same house in Elm Abode living by myself. Jerry Rhodes

November 17, 2018

Barbara ,sorry to read about Rod. Our hearts go out to you and Chip.
Ginger White and family

Guido Evangelista

November 16, 2018

The most Intelligent and Generous Man whom I have had the opportunity to call my dear Friend... Forever a Southern Gentleman, Rest In Peace Brother...

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Julianne Holzel

November 16, 2018

Barbara please know that I am thinking of you and know how much Rod will be missed by everyone who knew him. He had such a wonderful life in his many travels and hobbies Please also know that if there is anything I can do I am here for you

Julianne Holzel

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