Derek Robert Racette

A candle was lit by Vanessa Racette on March 24, 2023 3:10 AM

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I’m sitting here with uncle Blake, talking about you.. we both miss you so much dad. I wish you could see your granddaughters, Dericka-Raine & Nikita ❤️ Dericka will always carry your name daddy, she’s named after you. Your first grandchild to be born after you left us. She knows you’re in heaven, she shows she’s named after you and my mom. She’s 4, very smart for her age & Nikitas going to be 8 months next week. We all love you dad, uncle Blake is here spending a few days with us.. ttyl I miss you sincerely, Daddy’s girl ❤️ I remember you always played that song for me..

Message from jay

Had a dream of you, oh how did it ever feel so real. Hearing your voice and seeing you again felt so comforting. Missing you so much Donkey, you were like a father figure and was always there when someone needed you.

A candle was lit by Franklin & Brenda Desjarlais on January 13, 2018 9:30 PM

A candle was lit by Mike Beaulieu on January 13, 2018 10:13 AM

A candle was lit by Claudine Landry on January 12, 2018 11:18 PM

Message from Yvette pockett

Sorry to hear the lost of a good guy .he always made people laugh always he was such a caring guy as well he will be sadly missed by all in the pow wow trails my prayers go to his wife and his boys and family and friends all the way from winkler

A candle was lit by Yvette pockett on January 12, 2018 6:39 PM

A candle was lit by Darlene & Allan on January 12, 2018 2:15 PM

A candle was lit by The Chaske Family on January 12, 2018 11:13 AM

Message from Joanne Soldier

I was shocked to have learned of your passing. Even though we didn’t interact at powwows, I always remember seeing you everywhere dancing and smiling. Condolences to his family.

A candle was lit by Joyce Sosiak on January 12, 2018 9:26 AM

A candle was lit by Cyndi Mecas & Colin James N family ❤️ on January 12, 2018 8:38 AM

A candle was lit by Cyndi Mecas & Family on January 12, 2018 8:35 AM

A candle was lit by Bernadette and Bailey Mitchler on January 12, 2018 6:27 AM

A candle was lit by Carol L Roulette on January 12, 2018 12:31 AM

A candle was lit by Norma Thompson and family on January 11, 2018 11:14 PM

A candle was lit by Lake man powwow committee on January 11, 2018 11:04 PM

A candle was lit by Shirley Kaye on January 11, 2018 10:37 PM

Message from Crane river & skownan

We are sure gonna miss you our dear friend 💙 your jokes n the good laughs we had .. condolences to the family n to all our pow wow friends ❤️

A candle was lit by Wallace moar jr & Elaine Catcheway on January 11, 2018 10:23 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Leigh and Ken Kaye on January 11, 2018 9:49 PM

A candle was lit by Ramsey roulette and family on January 11, 2018 9:44 PM

A candle was lit by Donna and Donald Desjarlais on January 11, 2018 9:26 PM

A candle was lit by McLeod family on January 11, 2018 8:59 PM

A candle was lit by LOUANNE DESMARAIS & THE FAMILY on January 11, 2018 8:42 PM

A candle was lit by LOUANNE DESMARAIS & THE FAMILY on January 11, 2018 8:42 PM

A candle was lit by Mr Mugs on January 11, 2018 8:40 PM

Message from Mr Mugs

Love you my brother ❤ the trail will be the same without ur laughter n jokes but u know the family, we will always have u in our hearts and continue within the camp fires
We will meet again soon brother but not too soon

Message from Ebb and Flow Mb

Condolences to the family of Derek. We will miss you young friend.❤️

A candle was lit by Ray and Karen Mousseau on January 11, 2018 8:24 PM

Message from Edmonton

Gonna miss u cuz😭😭 we'll meet again 😭rip donkey 😢😢

A candle was lit by Dee dee on January 11, 2018 8:03 PM

Message from Larry and Phyllis Racette and Family

It's hard to believe Derek has gone to the Spirit World. Our deepest condolences to you Twyla and your boys. Condolences also to his daughters, to his mother Audrey and his father Joe, and his siblings. We will miss him now at pow wows, dancing, and making people laugh wherever we met him. He called us Aunty and Uncle and to that we appreciated his respect. My mom Gladys Malcolm also mentioned how he cleaned up the room after he worked at the Radio station here in Ebb and Flow. He was so respectful not to leave a mess in the room. His presence is going to be really missed, and we would like to say how much we loved him too. May Derek rest in peace!

A candle was lit by Laureen + Family on January 11, 2018 7:40 PM

A candle was lit by Tyson prince & cheryl Wirch on January 11, 2018 7:07 PM

A candle was lit by Leslie and Gail Sanderson & Family Opaskwayak M.B on January 11, 2018 6:48 PM

A candle was lit by Azaria Houle & Axel Beaulieu on January 11, 2018 6:45 PM

Message from Maxine

There are no words to describe the tremendous loss we are feeling right now. Our camping trips will never be the same again. We send our thoughts and prayers to Twyla and the boys. It is very hard to lose someone so important in your life. Derek, say hello to Dad for us. We will miss you. Maxine, Bruce, Cassidy, Amber and Matty.💔

Message from Don and Sharon McIvor

Rest in Peace My Dear Nephew !!

A candle was lit by Don and Sharon McIvor on January 11, 2018 6:07 PM

A candle was lit by Edna Roberts on January 11, 2018 5:30 PM

A candle was lit by John & Leanne, Owen & Pryce Sollner on January 11, 2018 4:21 PM

A candle was lit by Chuch, Carla Starr & family on January 11, 2018 2:11 PM

A candle was lit by Glenda Beaulieu And Herbie Mousseau on January 11, 2018 12:52 PM

A candle was lit by Marlene Craik on January 11, 2018 11:58 AM

A candle was lit by Kevin J. Way & Rhoda Martens on January 10, 2018 7:26 PM

Message from Kelly and Leah McBride

Twyla and family may you receive strength from all who knew Derek and all the kind words shared. Even after our hockey years stopped Derek always had a huge smile when running into him somewhere else along the way. Such a truly kind friendly guy. So sorry for your loss.

A candle was lit by Archie & Sheila Whitford....gonna miss you our friend!! on January 10, 2018 5:35 PM

Message from Evie Slawinski Duncan

My condolences to you and your family .
Thoughts n Prayers are with you.
Derek was a great person and will be missed by all that new n met him.. He will sore high above watching over each of you n always be near n dear to ur hearts n everyone else's as well.
May he R.I.P. May the creator give you all the strength u need to get thru this trying time.
With the deepest condolences to you and the family from me n mine

A candle was lit by Evie Slawinski Duncan on January 10, 2018 4:16 PM

A candle was lit by Nicki and Bruno Rossi on January 10, 2018 11:20 AM

Message from Nicki Rossi

To Derek's Family,
There are no words to express my deepest condolences in the loss of a much respected and adored man. Heaven definitely gained an Angel! May you all find peace and comfort in keeping your love and memories of Derek close to your heart. May you rest in Peace Derek and smile on big guy - your smile is and always will be captivating and infectious to everyone who will live on through you!

A candle was lit by Norma A Nelson, IBMS on January 10, 2018 9:47 AM

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R.I.P. Derek, you'll be missed by staff and students at our school. You sure were one of a kind! You left suddenly, no time for goodbyes, you left us in a state of shock, with questions that'll never be answered. Condolences to your wife and children.