Gladstone, MI
Derek Mark Weide, age 74, of Gladstone, passed away (Not without a Fight) early Tuesday morning, May 16, 2023, at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay.
Derek was born January 30,1949, in Detroit, MI, the son of Donald and Helen (Hinds) Weide. He was raised in Detroit before moving to Iron Mountain where he finished his senior year, graduating in 1967. On January 31,1970, Derek was united in marriage to the former Collette Krueger, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, and together the couple eventually settled in Kingsford where they made their home and raised their two children. In 1996, they moved to Gladstone where they started Fox Power Inc. After 26 years, Derek finally decided to retire so he could spend more time with his beloved wife and family, doing the many things he loved to do.
Derek will be remembered for his kindness and willingness to help anyone in need, never expecting anything in return. His family and friends could always count on him to help with any project and he was the one they went to when they had a question or couldn’t figure something out. Derek enjoyed boating, fast cars, riding motorcycles, creating crazy and amazing items, trying new things and spending time with his family and friends. Derek lived his life to the fullest and was always happy and smiling.
Derek is survived by his loving wife Collette,
Son: Kris (Jamaica) Weide
Daughter: Kayla (Dan) Martinucci
Brother: Ron Weide
Sister: Christine (Duane) Cowling
Grandchildren: Shelby “Fred” (Jordan) Ahlgren, Hunter Martinucci, Ashton Beehr Weide, Bridger Weide and Kinsley Weide
Great Grandchild: Callaway Ahlgren
Nieces & Nephews: Jon Niggeling, Lisa (Brad) Welko, Donny (Jen) Weide, Rick (Mindi) Johnson
Great Nephew: Ryan Niggeling
Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends
Derek was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Helen:
Sister-in-law: Sue Weide
Nieces: Kristi Niggeling, Gail Fehr
Family will receive friends on Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 1:00PM to 3:00PM, at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours, at 3:00PM, at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone, with Pastor Elisabeth Daniels officiating. Luncheon will follow in the First Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. Memorial contributions, in Derek’s name, may be directed to the Delta County Cancer Alliance. Envelopes will be available throughout visitation or at the Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.
Lisa (Crosson) McRoberts - Kingsford, MI
To the Weide Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. He was much like a father to me growing up. Always a kind person and a kind smile on his face. I know what a void he will leave you all feeling, my heart aches for you for this. A new normal lies ahead. All my love, Lisa
julie - menominee, mi
Derek was one of a kind. He was a great customer and friend of Lindner & Sorenson. He is sadly missed by all of us. Our condolences to the whole family.