Mr. Derek Lendrum Stockenberg

Derek L. Stockenberg, 49, resident of Roswell, GA, passed away unexpectedly at home on February 8, 2018. Derek is survived by his wife, Therese Stockenberg (nee Dizon), and their three beautiful children, Connor, Madeline, and Dalton; his brother and his family, Adam, Beth, Caden, Lucas, and Noah Stockenberg; his sister and her family, Lisa Mendlowicz, Itzik, Jordan, and Danielle Ravuna,many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Born in Worcester, MA on February 2, 1969 to the late Richard and Judith Stockenberg, Derek was active in sports and scouting throughout his youth. He earned the Boy Scouts of America’s highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Upon graduating from St. Johns High School in Shrewsbury, MA in 1987, Derek attended Jacksonville University, where he graduated cum laude with a dual degree in international business and finance. While at Jacksonville University he was a member of the Green Key Association, President of his business fraternity, Alpha Kappa Psi, and was a recipient of the Wall Street Journal Award. JU is also where he met his wife, Therese, when she was pledging his business fraternity. Following graduation, Derek and Therese remained in Jacksonville where he began a 20 year career with Merrill Lynch. In 2015, he and his family embarked on a new adventure in Atlanta. He left Merrill Lynch and began his career with Morgan Stanley as a Vice President, Private Banker. With all of the success he found in his career, Derek’s most important accomplishment was his family. Derek was a devoted family man. His three children were the center of his world, and he took tremendous pride in being able to provide for them and guide them to identify their passions and realize their strengths. He was a lover of all things Disney, and worked hard each year to plan the perfect family trip to Disney World. It brought a big smile to his face to watch his kids enjoy the parks, and he ensured that every moment was magical. Derek was a constant presence and support for his children in their endeavors. He loved watching Connor run in his Cross Country meets at Montgomery School in PA and Blessed Trinity High School in GA, or compete as part of the swimming team at BTHS. He adored watching Maddie compete at her gymnastics meets, and coaching all of her basketball teams at Villa Maria Academy in PA and Queen of Angels in GA. You could always hear his strong loud voice giving Connor and Maddie instructions and words of encouragement every step of the way. He was looking forward to watching Dalton on the soccer field in the Spring, and seeing him go off to Kindergarten in the fall. He loved his wife, Therese, and through the years was always there for her. In 2015, he was by her side when they received the devastating news that she had breast cancer. While Therese was in shock and disbelief, Derek became her fiercest advocate. He supported her in every way, traveling back and forth from Atlanta to Philadelphia for appointments, while simultaneously starting his new job with Morgan Stanley. His wife could always count on seeing his encouraging smile. He was her rock during such a difficult time. Derek was an avid New England sports fan, religiously watching or listening to his Pats play. Of course, extremely upset this year when they lost the Super Bowl. He also loved basketball and his Boston Celtics, watching games on television and trying to attend games when they were close to where we lived. We will miss Derek deeply. A beloved husband, father, and friend. He was a warm spirit. His smile, laugh, knowledge, and presence will be missed by all. We are comforted to know that although his life was short here, he will always be in our hearts and our memories.

Mr. Derek Lendrum Stockenberg

February 2, 1969 - February 8, 2018