Derek Molina

Derek Molina, age 42, of Swanton, OH, passed away April 6, 2022 at St. Luke's Hospital. Derek was born March 11, 1980 in Wauseon, OH, to Able Molina and Brenda Thatcher. He was employed with The Roadhouse, as a Kitchen Manager. He was a United States Marine Reserve, serving two tours. He was a very good loving father with a big heart. Derek enjoyed being outdoors. He was an avid reader and animal lover and would do anything for anyone. Derek loved to converse. Derek was an organ donor and gave his gift after death to be a science hero as well as being a war hero. His best trait was being Denise's hero.

In addition to his parents, Able Molina and Brenda Thatcher, Derek was also preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Manny Molina and Severa Tangle; maternal grandfather, Richard Thatcher. He is survived by his wife, Denise Molina; son, Kamon Molina; daughter Kaidence "Kd" Molina; brother, Cain Molina; sister, Angela Earl; nephew Tucker Stricklin; and a host of family and friends.

The family will receive guests Tuesday, April 12, 2022 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin, Tuesday at 5:00 pm at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to VFW Swanton and/or Life Connections in Derek's memory.

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