Timothy Wayne Derks, Sr.

Beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and brother TIMOTHY WAYNE DERKS, SR., 64, of Sealy, Texas passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at his home in Bellville, TX.

He was born August 7, 1958, in Long Beach, California, the son of Everett “Malcom” and Vivian Derks. Tim grew up with many beloved aunts, uncles, grandparents, and siblings and attended schools in Banning, California before relocating to Clarkston, Washington with his mother and siblings. He learned the hard work ethic that remained within him from his time working on his family’s ranch in California.  After high school, he worked with his mother at “Mom’s RV” as a service technician until he opened up his own businesses doing both upholstery and RV repair, which he enjoyed very much. It was while in Clarkston that he became a father, which was the great joy of his life. In December 1999, Tim moved his family to Sealy, Texas, and became the proud owner and operator of Happy Camper RV repair. He enjoyed playing pool and washers, watching movies, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and everything Disney. He was a natural teacher and loved to share the knowledge that he had gained in his lifetime with his kids and grandkids.

Tim is survived by his children: Manuel (Renee), Sherrie (Charles), Joshua (Talya), Timothy Jr. (Dawn), Marcus (Sristi), Amanda “Katie” (Brackston), and a special daughter Leilani. His grandchildren, Mikayla, Anthony, Isaiah, Cruz, Kira, Xander, Timmy III, Everett, Rozy Jo, Anya, Stone, Hadassah, and Daniel. Siblings: Rick, James, Cindy, and Kimberly, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved nephew, Christopher.