Derek Eugene Honsaker age 45 of Uniontown, Pa, passed away January 10, 2023. He was born December 28, 1977 in Uniontown, Pa. He is the son of Ray “Butch” Honsaker of Uniontown and Deborah (Martin) Honsaker Gillis of Ohiopyle.
In addition to his grandparents, he is preceded in death by his uncles Eugene “Speedy” Martin, William M. Martin, Samuel A. Martin, and aunt Jill Honsaker Smiley and cousins Lauren Kara Hice, Melissa Malispino, and Kelly Ray Perrine.
I addition to his parents, he is survived by his step father Walter Gillis Sr. of Ohiopyle, Pa, one sister Heather Honsaker Beatty (Bob) of Uniontown, one step sister Erika Johnson (Tom) of Uniontown, one step brother Walter Gillis Jr. (Rebecca) of Nevada. Also surviving his aunts and uncles Nancy Martin Mcdowell (Clyde), Tim “Hawk” Martin (Karen) Hopwood, Kimberly Martin Lint (Dave) of Uniontown, Susan Martin Hice (John) of Uniontown, Shelley Honsaker Kessler (Henry) of Uniontown, Sharon Honsaker Perrine (Basil) of Uniontown and many cousins.
Known as a kind man and never had desparaging word to say about anyone, he found good in all, being an animal lover he had many pets over the years to help fulfill his life. He was excellent cook, loved playing music and attending concerts. He will be sadly missed by a large family and many friends.
There will be no visitation and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
If you wish to make a memorial contribution in Dereks name, please consider, Fayette Friends and Animals 223 Searights/ Herbert Road Uniontown, Pa.
All arrangements are under the direction by THE DONALD R. CRAWFORD FUNERAL HOME HOPWOOD, PA.
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