W. Kelly Derrick
June 30, 1962 - January 24, 2022
W. Kelly Derrick, age 59, of Willoughby, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 24, 2022. He was born in Akron, on June 30, 1962, to the late Wilbert and Sylvia Derrick. He was a loving and cherished father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He graduated from Riverside HS, class of 1980. Kelly was an avid Cleveland sports fan. Kelly had a passion for music and was very active in the music scene since 1977 in NE Ohio. He was a devoted and proud lead singer for Crystal Rain, Lunatic Fringe, Stagepass, Stony Pony, Festivus, and The Heartland. Kelly's passion for music was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable. He was a man of many talents and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Kelly is survived by his daughter Kelsey Derrick and son Mark Derrick, his other half of 14 years, Julie Cales, and her children Jena, Jessica, and Joey Cales, his siblings Kevin Derrick, Marjorie (Brad) Carroll, Joni Derrick, Maryellen Derrick, Dawn (Mike) Zivic, and Joe Derrick. Kelly also leaves behind a host of cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his siblings Paul Derrick and Melissa Solt. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 30, 2022, from 12pm to 4pm at Monreal Funeral Home, 35400 Curtis Blvd., Eastlake. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, January 31, 2022, at 9:30am at St. John Vianney Church, 7575 Bellflower Rd, Mentor. Kelly will be laid to rest at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon.
W. Kelly Derrick, age 59, of Willoughby, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 24, 2022. He was born in Akron, on June 30, 1962, to the late Wilbert and Sylvia Derrick. He was a loving and cherished father, brother, uncle,... View Obituary & Service Information