Derek Lamberson

Derek Lee Lamberson, age 21, passed away on October 15, 2022.  Derek, also loving referred to as “Rick” was born on January 12, 2001, in Hendersonville, TN to Greg and Michelle Lamberson.

Derek was a loving son, brother, grandson, uncle, cousin and friend to all.  He was a free spirit that always enjoyed life to the fullest.

His life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His smile would always infectiously light up any room that he entered. His hobbies included going to music festivals and concerts of all sorts. His soul forever touched all of those who encountered him.

Derek is preceded in death by his great-grandparents Carole and Robert Wilks.  He is survived by his Parents Greg and Michelle; Brothers Nathan and Mathew Lamberson; grandparents Gordan and Patricia Lamberson and Don P. Manor and Joy Russell; nephew Hendrix Lamberson; niece Violet Lamberson; great-grandparents Don L. and Virginia Manor; aunt Gail Spence - Heath Spence; and uncle Ryan Russell, cousins Jacob/Josh/Joseph Lamberson, Creighton Buchanan and many more. In addition, Derek is survived by many close friends.

A celebration of life will be held in Derek’s honor on Sunday October 23rd, 2022 starting at 2pm at Rockland Park in Hendersonville, TN.

Donations can be made in honor of Derek via his GoFundMe fundraiser to help his family pay for funeral expenses as well as other unexpected costs. https://gofund.me/ead6528f