Derrick (Deck) Chatman was a loving Husband, Father, and friend to many. He was a hard worker and spread joy to all he encountered. He was born in Akron, OH on April 19, 1963, to Gloria D. Chatman and Willy L. Chatman. He attended Akron public schools and graduated with his diploma from Kenmore High in 1982.

Derrick loved being a father; he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His favorite hobbies were fishing, cooking, gardening, and enjoying quality time in his favorite chair while watching sports and listening to music.

One thing about Derrick, he would always motivate you to want better. He had so much love for everyone, and he had a very forgiving heart. He was such a kindred spirit and amazing husband and father. He was a driving force in many people’s lives. Derrick was a God-fearing man who made sure he read his scriptures every morning.

Derrick was preceded in death by his parents; Willy L. Chatman and Gloria D. Chatman; and grandparents.

He leaves to cherish his memory to his wife, Sherri Chatman; children, Derrick (Chatty) Chatman, Christian Chatman, Nickole Esquivel, Francisco Esquivel, Brittney Ellison, Shawn Ellison, Alisha Walker, Likineian Callans, Casmir Strom, Erricka Chatman and Derrick (DJ) Chatman; grandchildren, Cleaha Owens, Terrence Owens, Tamiyah Wright, Tamyra Wright, Derrick Chatman, Christian Chatman, Cincere Chatman, Yavoni Chatman, Jahoire Chatman, Keyloni Chatman, Shawn (SJ) Ellison, Eli Esquivel and Emilio Esquivel; brothers, Doneric Chatman, Derek Davis and Darrel Chatman; sisters, Darlene Chatman and Dawna Bertoldi; nephews, Doneric (Don Don) Chatman, Caron Ruffin, Clarence (Marcus) Carson, Delvon Carson and Delvon (Lil D) Carson; nieces, Tiffany Chatman, Miyah Scott and Nyla Carson; special friends, Mark Hosey, Ricky, Michael Starks, Helen Riley, and Charlotte Riley.