May 22, 1958 - February 13, 2019
Michael D. Derksen age 60 of Bloomington, MN. Born May 22 passed away suddenly Feb 13, 2019. Preceded in death by grandparents, Nellie & Elmer Hedegaard and Esther & Peter Derksen; uncles, Gene, Mel, DeLyle and Alvin & aunts, Donna, Bev and Arlene. Survived by his loving parents, Dennis and Mary Ann; brother, Steven and sister, Kimberly; aunts, Glenis and Vi, many dear cousins & friends and his parrot, CoCo. He was a long-time employee of Wells Fargo in Mpls. Michael had diabetes from the age of 7 to 52, at which point his life was transformed when he was blessed to receive a pancreas/kidney transplant. Michael was thoughtful, generous and kind hearted. He enjoyed nature’s beauty. His knowledge of plants and trees was enormous. It was like having our own personal horticulture www. He loved to laugh and enjoyed being with family & friends. Rest in peace Mike-we love you & will miss you every day.
Interment will be at West Denmark Cemetery, Luck WI at a later date.
Memorials preferred to American Diabetes Assn. or donor’s choice.
Memorial Service
Sunday, February 24, 2019
1:30 PM
Berea Lutheran Church
7538 Emerson Ave. S.
Richfield, MN 55423
Visitation
Sunday, February 24, 2019
12:30-1:30 PM
Berea Lutheran Church
7538 Emerson Ave. S.
Richfield, MN 55423
My life as I knew it was shattered when I got the call of Mikes passing. My best friend just “Gone” in an instant. I will cherish my memories of our 52 years together and will carry his memory in my heart for the rest of my life. He was like a brother to me and my heart held so much love for him. May he rest in peace amongst the gardens of Heaven.
To Mikes family my sincere condolences to you. He was one in a million.
I always remember what a great friend Mike was to you Lynne. He was a kind and gentle soul, something so rare these days it seems. What a gift to this world, and to have him in this lifetime as your bestie. God Bless.
I joined the Wells Fargo team in March of 2018 and was blessed to have Mike as a team member. He was very knowledgeable and funny and I’m grateful for the time I spent with him. Rest in peace my friend.
My sincere condolences to the family. I will keep you in my prayers.