Derrick Everett Goodwin

On the evening of March 26th, 2020 our world became a little less bright by the passing of our husband, daddy, son, brother, uncle, friend and hero. We will forever be changed by this incredible loss, just knowing the spectacular party and celebration that no doubt took place in the skies above as he was welcomed with open arms by his buddies Wagner and Vance who were also taken from us far too soon, knowing that he stopped by The Rainbow Bridge to pick up Porsche and Maddie who have been waiting patiently for their daddy, eases my heart.

Derrick was born on October 19th, 1971 in Boise ID to his wonderful and supporting parents Everett Jr. and Margo Goodwin.

Derrick and I began our life together in January of 1993. We were married on July 26th, 1996 and with this union he gained another family who immediately loved and considered him as their own. Derrick was the most amazing, patient, supportive and loving husband, lover and friend. Our life was not perfect, but there was always unlimited love and respect for each other.

Derrick had a lot of great memories and times growing up, especially in Arizona.  He had a special bond with his parents that he held near to his heart.  Stories of the siblings growing up were always worth a chuckle. He also had great memories to share of Aunt Rochelle and Alba in Idaho.

Derrick loved and often reminisced of the great times he was able to spend in Texas with his dad and their dear friends Paul, Barbara and Don Crumpler running horses, taking care of the ranch and making memories.

In high school, Derrick enjoyed being active in rodeo (Saddle Bronc/Cutting) he had a great time creating lifelong memories with his dad and life long friends Travis (Jody) and Justin (Amy). 

He loved the days, times and memories made in the house on 90th with his roomies, Ross (Teresa) and Nate (Andria), oh stories that could be told!

Derrick proudly worked as a Police Officer with Sandy City for over 20 years. He was active in SWAT, DEA and other drugs units, of which he helped create. Derrick was presented with the Officer of the Year Award in 2010. He was a Fire Arms Instructor and loved helping and teaching others, on both a professional and personal level. He won many firearm competitions, until the point that the Department told him he could not participate in competition anymore; because he had already won too many!  His brothers and sisters in Blue Family were very important to him, he loved and respected all of you, but need to mention just a few who were always there…Dave, Dan, Bret, Zan, Clayton, Steve, Troy, Wendy, Keo, Eldredge, Ped, Brooks, Biggs, Wiggins, Shannon, Bacon and many more.

Derrick enjoyed the opportunity that he had to work and learn at the taxidermy shop after he retired and valued the time he had to spend with Brenda and Harold.

Everyone that knew Derrick knows that he loved hunting, fishing, the outdoors and guns. He loved going to Canada with his buddies Corey (Alicia) aka his friend he met on the internet! Nate (Tiffanie) and Money. They were able to make two goose hunting videos and had a great time making them. Nate said it perfectly “Derrick was a world class goose hunter and always took his passions to the next level. He was an amazing marksman, shotgun, pistol and rifle shot…A TRUE FRIEND”.

Our home seemed to always be the ‘gathering or party’ place, where all were welcome and there were so many memories and fun in our home. There were years that we had over 50 people for Thanksgiving and he loved it, especially when his favorite cousins Jamie (Brenn) and Kathie (Troy) would come stay with us from Idaho. He also loved the years that we had aunt Janet and uncle Ralph living in the same neighborhood, being able to spend time with them as well as Russell and Rachell.

Derrick loved to cook, BBQ and smoke for friends and family, he loved to experiment and try something new, but he could never give a true recipe because it was always a ‘little of this and a little of that’. I’m thankful that he was able to teach Dylan a few of his tricks and recipes.

Derrick always came across with a serious side but we always loved it when he would unexpectedly pop off with a surprising one liner! It was always fun to see my antisocial hubby doing ‘surveillance’ in the Ranger at the cook-off with Rick or John…good times…great memories…

We had a special bond with our AMAZING Idaho family, who have forever and always been there for us…Mama Pat, Laurie, Devere, George, Rose, Scott and Crystal, all the kids and grandkids…Derrick loved and respected you all more than you will ever know.

Derrick had a very special relationship with all of Trena’s family, he had a close bond with her dad Kym, who considered Derrick as his own son, he loved and guided both of her brothers; Jache and Derrick throughout life, and even conned Jache into getting his own chickens, as fresh eggs are the only way to go! But what he really loved were the ‘Little’s’; Dylan and Derrick had a bond like no other, Derrick thoroughly enjoyed and looked forward to teaching our ‘Wild Man’ all of the ins and outs of hunting, fishing, guns, cooking, 4- wheeling and everything else that came with life. He loved to try and be tough with the ‘filthy little creatures’; Cavan and Taygan, limiting them to only an hour a day on their electronics, but he loved them so much and loved having them around!

After Derrick retired, we moved to Central Utah for what he said was to live the ‘Simple Life’ and get away from the ‘Shitty’. We enjoyed many rides and times with friends on the beautiful Piute Trails, BBQ’s, and just having friend time doing nothing but just visiting and sharing stories. Taking three hours to water all of trees was the perfect bonding time for just the two of us and our babies.

Everyone that knew Derrick, knew that if he let you in his ‘Circle’ that you were family and so loved forever, he was so patient with Trena’s social side, but kindly asked that she limit the people to this year’s cook-off to minus 119, as there was 120 last year! But seriously he loved and cherished our ‘Framily’ more than he could ever express and I know that I will miss many as you were all loved and valued but again would like to point out a few true, near and dear to his heart: Deloy, Bobby and Brenda, John and Pam, Nat and Rick, Dylan C, Jamie and Marcy, Jeff and Kim, Mark and Lisa, Colter and Elise, Jerry and SO many others.

Derrick had a special spot in his heart for the amazing peeps he met in our little town, he LOVED having the opportunity to have coffee at the corner Store, talks and lunch with Kirby, Frank, Terry, Jim, Clint, Ron, Sharon, Jackie and so many more.

Although he never had an actual blood brother, Travis and Deloy were as close as you could get, he loved and cherished their friendship more than words could ever express.

As a family we would like to thank Dr Todd, Dr Ped, all of the AMAZING doctors and nurses at Sevier County Hospital, especially Darren and Jessica (he loved those warm blankets) as well as Blake, Charlie and Doug with IHC Hospice for their love and care.

As his wife, I need to thank Deloy, John and Pam, Brenda, Dylan, Nat and my dad for all of your daily help, love, time and support to Derrick and I, both before and after, I could not have done it without each of you, I will forever be indebted to you. I also want to thank our amazing friends who came and visited with Derrick in the weeks prior to his passing, it meant so much to both of us.

He is survived by his wife Trena, babies: Allie and Roxie and we can’t forget Suey the cat, father-in-laws: Kym Bennett and Gary Redick (Sherri). Brothers: Jache (Celeste), Derrick (Jen), and Kevin. Sisters: Natalie (Rick), Jess (Shaun), Traci (Jeff), Nephews: Dylan, Cavan, Taygan, Dylan C, Dallon and Austin (Karissa). Nieces: Kaitlyn (Brett), Cheyenne (Kaleb), Shawnasee (Lance), and Darby (Jim). Adopted Parents: John and Joann. He is preceded in death by his mother-in-law: LouAnn, father-in-law: Gary Williamson, grandpa: Paul, grandma: Jackie.

Also survived by his loving parents: Everett and Margo, Sisters: Jana (Alan) and Camille. Nephews: Stetson (Katelyn), Dakota (Suzi), Landin and Justice. Niece: McKinsey. Both Grandpa and Grandma Goodwin and Grandma and Grandpa Burningham precede him in death.

He is survived by SO many others including: nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who loved him and whom he cherished.

In lieu of flowers we would like to ask that you plant a tree or bush in Derrick or another loved ones honor. 

As his wife I ask that regardless of your age that you make it a point to see your Doctor yearly and more so follow through with what they tell you to do to stay healthy and with us.

A well overdue Celebration of Derrick's Life will be from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Call Starks to make a reservation between 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday ~ Saturday. Please join us as you are. All who knew and loved Derrick know he was a casual guy, so come as you are: comfortable, super casual or dressed to the hilt…let’s just celebrate this INCREDIBLE man.  Celebration Toast will be at 7:00 pm. 

                           In Goodwin’s own words….BULLSHIT!!!