On Friday, July 10, 2020, Derwin “Derby” Holt, Sr. was called home at the age of 63. Derwin was born in Brunswick, Georgia on July 02, 1957 to James Holt and Lillian D. Holt. His parents relocated to Portsmouth, VA where he attended school. After school began working at Norshipco, then married, and had two children: Derwin, Jr. and Mary. In his later years he enjoyed working as a General Contractor. He had a passion for reading, listening to music and spending time with his family. He was known for his infectious smile, sense of humor and kind spirit.
Derwin was preceded in death by his father, James and brother James Jr. “Junie”. He is survived by his mother Lillian D. Holt, sister Vera Davis, brothers Sydney Holt and Robert Daise, his two children Derwin Holt, Jr. and Mary Holt, grandchildren Jada Holt and JoVanni Sessoms, a special niece Shannon Davis along with a host of family and friends that loved him dearly.
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Joe Goodrich says
July 13, 2020 at 11:27 pmRest in peace neighbor and friend
Shanita Lowery says
July 15, 2020 at 8:45 pmDerby, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. May the Lord comfort and strength you during this difficult time.
Robin Hampton says
July 15, 2020 at 12:39 pmMay God provide comfort to the family during this difficult time.
Gwen Newell says
July 15, 2020 at 6:16 pmRest in peace and blessings to you and your family
Vera says
July 18, 2020 at 1:09 pmWe miss you.
Mary Lewis says
July 20, 2020 at 10:35 amRest In Peace my dear friend forever in my heart I will miss you
Your Pooh says
July 22, 2020 at 3:13 pmLove you Daddy.
Sheila Holt says
August 3, 2020 at 2:33 pmHolt you and your family are always in my heart.Love Sheila Holt.
Jada Holt says
August 15, 2020 at 11:55 pmi love and miss you daddy but i know you’re doing great right now