Book of Memories for Paul Peter Derro

Condolence From Murray Savage

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:20:52 EDT

condolences to the Derro Family. Paul and i attended Elementary School together St Michaels Separate school. Summers we spent at Second Beach and Diving Boards in Bell Park. i met him again over 40 years later at a Tommy Fyfe Whiskey River Gig in Copper Cliff. what a guy. friendly. generous. funny. just an over all good man. made it feel like our friendship never went away after all those years. i am so very happy we met again. reminded me of great times and a great friendship from childhood. meeting him again made everything better. sorry he is gone. such a great loss.

Condolence From Geoffrey Lee

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 05:45:14 EDT

Please pardon the long delay. It was a chance remark by Bob who mentioned Paul’s passing. We were neighbours on Bowland in Sudbury. I remember Paul being a mediator when the kids on the street got too active. My exodus from Sudbury began long ago when I started at boarding school. I saw him as an Usher at the City Centre Cinemas, and he was working at INCO when I worked there for a short time; he was in the Communications Department? As is common for the children from the street, we all went our own ways, but every time I visited my Mum when I passed 300 B I remembered the Derro family. Fare thee well Paul, great to see you touched so many people in a wonderful way.

Condolence From Jennifer Farrell

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 14:51:08 EDT

Dear Linda, I am terribly sorry to hear this sad news about Paul. I remember him as being a very kind and happy person. My deepest sympathies during this time. Love, Jennifer

Condolence From Rita Celli

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 14:50:38 EDT

My deepest sympathies. It's been many years, but I can still hear Paul's laugh. His sense of mischief and playfulness was beyond lovely. I'm so sorry for your loss. He is unforgettable, and one can only imagine how much you will miss him. May you find courage and comfort in your memories. Blessings, Rita

Condolence From Proudfoot

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 20:53:12 EDT

Linda, Leah and family. So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May cherished memories help at this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts, Julie Fay, Dawson, Kevin, and Ross.

Condolence From Lisa and Blaine Vatcher

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 16:53:37 EDT

Linda, Leah, Jordon, With a heavy heart, we are so saddened to hear of Pauls passing. No one could tell a story like Paul. What a wonderful and generous man he was. His strength for living Life was amazing. Sending all our love and strength at this sad time your way.

Condolence From Anne and Roger Finlay

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 16:48:39 EDT

Please accept our condolences to your family. Paul gave us some very treasured memories. We first met Paul during the Sudbury Fringe Festival and I was lucky enough to perform in all of the Mike Mulvihill productions with Paul. He stood out in all the shows but I will never forget his hilarious rendition of Broomhilda in the play "It's Them or Us". Paul had the audience and cast in stitches with his portrayal. His gift of comedic timing and total immersion in the character was a joy to watch. We are so glad to have had the opportunity to meet with such a wonderful person. He will be missed.

Condolence From Dave Battaino

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 15:47:40 EDT

A great man is in our midst. Paul will always remain with us, all you have to do is close yoyur eyes and listen and you will hear Paul's infectious laugh or perhaps one of his quips so full of wisdom. Thank You Lord for such a kind, thoughtful and fun person who always took the high road.

Condolence From Shirley Muzzatti

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 15:18:54 EDT

Dear Derro Family Our hearts go out to you , as you grieve the loss of Paul. Paul always made me smile, even as he faced tremendous challenges. He maintained a sense of humour, a grace , to accept adversity, and carry on. He was a great teacher , in many ways. Shirley and Roland Muzzatti

Condolence From Leah Billard

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 11:49:09 EDT

I met Paul a few times while in Sudbury with my father. He shared some stories of my dad and him when they were growing up and had me and my brother in stitches. Unfortunately it always seems that those who are able to light up a room from the moment they walk in are the ones taken too soon. It is clear he was a very special man and I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.

Condolence From Marli and Nick Kicz

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 00:09:17 EDT

To Leah and the Derro Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Dad Leah. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time. We know your Dad was a truly wonderful Dad, teacher and wonderful person. We hope you find comfort in your fond memories of him. Our deepest sympathies to the Derro family. Marli and Nick Kicz and the Kicz Family.

Condolence From Lindsey Brassard

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 17:35:18 EDT

Mr. Derro was one of my teachers at Confederation SS. My time spent in his classroom are some of my fondest memories carried with me from high school. I loved The Catcher in the Rye so much that he let me keep my class copy of the book. He embodied everything a great teacher and mentor should be and has impacted his students more than he could ever know. Rest in peace, sir.

Condolence From Paul Stevens

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 16:35:17 EDT

So sorry to hear the news of Paul's passing. Saw him just a few weeks ago and spent some time catching, who time was so short. On behalf of my brother, Mark and myself, our best to Linda and the family. Paul Stevens

Condolence From Pearl Duff

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 13:51:14 EDT

Dear Linda. I was so sorry to read of your husband's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Condolence From Robert & Nancy Deni, Joseph, Tommaso & Olivia

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 13:44:45 EDT

Our NCA family has lost a much loved and respected member. We will always remember Paul for his incredible wit and great sense of humour. Linda, Leah and Jordan are in our thoughts and prayers. Your family holds a special place in our hearts. xoxo

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Mon, 17 Apr 2017 11:23:34 EDT

The Mulloy Family

Condolence From Lise, Gilles, Joey, Dee- Anna L'Heureux

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 10:30:56 EDT

Mr. Derro, was the best teacher that my son every had. The fun, engaging manner in which he taught his class at Confed not only grasped their attention, but also helped to unify them. In his short amount of time here with us, he has managed to touch so many lives. He will always be remembered and forever cherished for his passion and light hearted spirit. My deepest condolences to his family and friends for such a great loss of an amazing man.

Condolence From Raeleena

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 10:27:35 EDT

Mr. Derro was one of my teachers at Confederation SS, he definitely knew how to make class fun, we would play games and he would sing to us, "hotel California". He tought me to go out on a limb and really research my family heritage, which I will be forever grateful for! He will be missed by so many students, colleagues, family and friends, but never will he be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Story shared: Student Teaching

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:35:52 EDT

I did my student teaching at Confederation back in 2005, while Paul was there. The night before I was to be assessed he helped me out emmensely! I had a million ideas and could not focus on planning my lesson plan. He talked me through it after school, giving me great ideas for a hands on lesson plan on immigration. All the while he continued to bring me back down to focus by saying "Jana, you're over shopping" as I went off on planning tangents! To this day when I find myself not focussing, I bring back his words..."Jana, you are over shopping!" It gets me back on track! Over the years I have bumped into him at PD and at the Penache Marina. He was always so much fun, always good for a laugh, he made an impression on all those whom he met. Sorry for your loss.

PS the lesson plan was a success, thanks to Paul!

Condolence From Kim (Pasichnyk) Thompson

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 23:34:24 EDT

I was so sad to hear of Paul's passing. My heartfelt condolences to his entire family. Paul was a childhood friend who was always kind, happy and full of life. May he rest in peace.

Condolence From Dana Masotti

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 21:38:36 EDT

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Paul at Confederation Secondary, and have very fond memories of him. Paul was always a friendly welcoming face at school, kind to one and all, and loved by all his students. My sincerest condolences. Sincerely, Dana Masotti

Condolence From Fraser Frackleton

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 21:21:52 EDT

My thoughts to Pauls family. I knew him many years ago in college. He was one of the most genuine people I have met. I am sure he bought laughter wherever he went.

Condolence From Janice Romanko

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 19:44:47 EDT

Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence From Heather Brown

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 17:29:27 EDT

Paul and I started teaching at Cecil Facer the same September. I remember his sense of humour and friendly manner. The game "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" was big at that time and he created a game using History questions which he thought would be fun for his students. At one of the staff gatherings, he sang a very funny song in French which had us all laughing--very memorable. Some of the students were difficult to reach at the Centre but Paul had a great open manner with them and they responded to him very positively. Rest in peace, Paul.

Condolence From Kathryn Sutherland

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 17:27:21 EDT

So very, very sad. My sincerest condolences to Paul's family. I knew Paul years ago; he was such a nice person with a keen sense of humor. He will be missed.

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Sun, 16 Apr 2017 02:10:09 EDT