Stephen Derek Visser's Obituary
Stephen Derek “Derry” Visser, 73, of Bradenton Beach, Florida, passed away on January 5th after a lengthy illness. Visser, formerly of Cincinnati, was preceded in death by parents Dorothy Dohoney Visser and Leonard Barco Visser, and by brother Nicholas Wade “Nick” Visser. He is survived by brother Pieter Clark Visser, nieces Victoria “Tori” Visser Zeppi and Gillian (Visser) de La Sayette, and by a number of grand nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends. A US Navy veteran, Visser will be interred at Sarasota National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to ICYO Cincinnati’s tennis program for underprivileged youth.
When I'm Gone
When I come to the end of my journey
And I travel my last weary mile
Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned
And remember only the smile
Forget unkind words I have spoken
Remember some good I have done
Forget that I ever had heartache
And remember I've had loads of fun
Forget that I've stumbled and blundered
And sometimes fell by the way
Remember I have fought some hard battles
And won, ere the close of the day
Then forget to grieve for my going
I would not have you sad for a day
But in summer just gather some flowers
And remember the place where I lay
And come in the shade of evening
When the sun paints the sky in the west
Stand for a few moments beside me
And remember only my best
What’s your fondest memory of Stephen ?
What’s a lesson you learned from Stephen ?
Share a story where Stephen 's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Stephen you’ll never forget.
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