Derrick John Silva

December 5, 1978 - January 29, 2021

Derrick John Silva, 42, a resident of Cape Coral, FL since 1987, formerly of Hull, MA, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 in Cape Coral. He was born December 5, 1978 in Stoughton, MA. to John and Katherine Silva.

Derrick was of the Catholic faith. He was a loving father, an amazing boyfriend, and a great friend to everyone around him. He brought light to everyone he came into contact with. He was very giving, and always offered to help anyone who needed it. Derrick always gave the best advice, he was always a level-headed person, and someone to count on. Derrick will be missed dearly.

He is survived by his loving daughter, Ivy Silva of Cape Coral, FL; longtime companion, Jessica Miller of Cape Coral, FL; father, John Silva of New Bedford, MA; sister, Kelley Silva of New Bedford, MA; two brothers, Brendan Silva of Cape Coral, FL and Jammie Silva of New Bedford, MA; two step children, Stacia Miller and Maxwell Miller, both of Cape Coral, FL as well as a large and loving extended family.

Derrick is preceded in death by his mother, Katherine Silva; brother, Patrick Silva and sister, Melanie Rheinheimer.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.

Guestbook

  1. Damion Smyth Feb 1, 2021 at 3:01 pm

    I love you brother. Words can’t describe how i feel of your untimely passing. You will live on through the great memories we made through the years. I’ll miss you forevermore. RIP until we meet again, your brother Damion.

  2. Lana Barrett-Gerig Feb 1, 2021 at 3:03 pm

    Derrick, always so caring so giving. So funny to be around, he always had me laughing so hard. Grew into a wonderful man and father. You are sadly missed my friend. Always love you and never forget you.

  3. Ivy Silva Feb 1, 2021 at 3:03 pm

    i love you so much daddy. i’m gonna miss you a lot and i don’t know what to do. i’m so lost and i just wish i could see you again, i wish i could’ve saw you before this happened and i’m so sorry that this even happened to you. you were a great dad and i’m so glad we were as close as we were, everyone keeps telling me you talked about me all the time, and you were so proud of me & i know you were. i really hope i’ll get to see you again. i’m sorry that you had to leave so soon. As we always used to text each other every night, “Goodnight Dad, I love you”

  4. Marsha Miller Feb 1, 2021 at 3:06 pm

    I’m so sorry Ivy and family for your loss. Rip cousin Derrick. Our deepest condolences. ❤️❤️ Marsha, Larry and Lauren Miller

  5. Lynn Tandy Feb 1, 2021 at 3:28 pm

    I know I haven’t seen Derek in years, but when we were little you were awesome! I’m sad that I will never see again, I will always treasure the times we had! Love you Derrek!

  6. Stacia Miller Feb 1, 2021 at 3:35 pm

    We love you, Derrick. Thank you for everything you did for us. You were so full of life and i’m so glad that we got to be in your life for what you had left of it. We lived life and didn’t stop to consider the end, because that’s not what matters, what matters is what we got to do in the time spent with you.

  7. Aunt Juanita Feb 1, 2021 at 3:58 pm

    Derrick you will be missed. There is an empty space in the world without you. I love you Derrick and I love all who loved you too.

  8. Kevin Raymond Feb 1, 2021 at 4:02 pm

    Derrick was my Nephew, I was there the day he was born. Since that day he has always been a shinning light in the Silva family, as well as for anyone who has gotten to know him well. I love you Drerrick and you will always be in my heart. God Bless his Daughter Ivy.

  9. B. Ruth SChacherer Feb 1, 2021 at 4:25 pm

    I Am Jessica Miller’s grandmother and wish to offer my condolences to all who loved and knew Derrick. It sounds like he was a wonderful friend and parent. May he rest in God’s loving arms now and forever.

  10. Emily reinheimer Feb 1, 2021 at 4:38 pm

    There is so much to say. He was one of the best uncles anyone could have asked for. He was always there when i needed him. I knew i could always talk to him about anything. I wish i could have gotten to see you one last time. You will be missed and loved. I love you uncle derrick

  11. Andrew rheinheimer Feb 1, 2021 at 4:44 pm

    As a nephew of Derrick Silva, he is the greatest father to his child, a brother to his siblings a uncle to his nieces and nephews and a friend to everyone. His legacy will live on forever in our hearts and our minds. You will forever be missed and loved. We love you forever

  12. Tim Webb Feb 1, 2021 at 5:35 pm

    I am going to miss you in this world Derrick. I love you brother and hope that you are at peace.

  13. Kim Fragapane Feb 1, 2021 at 6:41 pm

    I am so saddened to hear of Derricks passing’ my heart goes out to the whole Silva family! Known you all for a long time! ❤️❤️.. we had some really good times

  14. Xavier Tyner Feb 1, 2021 at 10:13 pm

    Hello my Uncle you were such the nicest man I ever met and the greatest uncle when I heard u died it felt like my heart stopped I will miss you

  15. Mikey Feb 2, 2021 at 8:53 am

    Miss ya bro. I aint even got words.

  16. Brittany Feb 2, 2021 at 2:50 pm

    I can’t believe your gone but I’m glad you are not suffering anymore. RIP Uncle Derrick.

  17. Jen Mazur Feb 2, 2021 at 5:42 pm

    Fly High my friend. What a wonderful guy. Watch over all of your loved ones as you are there pain free now. You have left us too damn soon for sure! You will be missed by many. Miss you and love you my friend.

  18. Amanda Raymond Feb 4, 2021 at 12:02 pm

    Derrick you will be missed. Iwill always remember your sense of humor. The way you laughed. So many great memories. Love and miss you.

  19. Sherry McQueen Feb 7, 2021 at 12:39 pm

    Sitting here in shock!!!! Derrick was such a loving, funny, amazing man. And I will miss him dearly.
    Too Ivy my dear, it’s going to be hard for a awhile, just know that as time passes it’s hurts less. I’ve lost both my parents. His memory lives on in you.
    Prayers and Love to the family.

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