Celebration for the life of Derek Balderas

Derek Balderas passed suddenly on June 29th 2019 in an auto collision. He left behind my dearest friend, his wife, Jackki. He was just 36 years old.

Derek was a loving, thoughtful, and creative person. He was a talented artist, a gamer, and a problem solver.  He was engaging in productive conversations for a better working, empathetic world. Derek stood up for what he believed and showed unwavering support and loyalty for his loved ones.
But can't talk about Derek and say nothing about his sense of humor. His banter was witty and delivery was solid. He always had a way to bring a smile to the people around him.

Please help us raise money for funeral costs and support for his wife through this. 

It can be upwards to $10,000 for a funeral and memorial costs. It can be thousands of dollars for lost wages and moving costs for Jackki while she navigates the sudden lost of her husband.
Please show your love.
Leave comments of good memories.

Donations

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  • Fierce Creatures 
    • $45 
    • 14 mos
  • Lindsay Markwith 
    • $50 
    • 15 mos
  • Ruby Reid 
    • $10 
    • 15 mos
  • Anonymous 
    • $100 
    • 15 mos
  • Anonymous 
    • $25 
    • 15 mos
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Fundraising team (3)

Rhiana Alexander 
Organizer
Raised $375 from 7 donations
Portland, OR
Jacqueline Hirahara 
Beneficiary
Jasmine Leiva 
Team member
Raised $1,743 from 36 donations
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