August 10, 2017
Kevin Francis Derden, 51, of Little Rock peacefully passed into eternal life on August 10, 2017. Kevin was born on January 9, 1966, the second child of Francis and Marie Derden. Kevin was born and proud to have been raised in Sherrill, Arkansas.
Growing up in a rural community, he and his beloved sister, Kim, spent most of their time outdoors. Kevin developed a love for riding dirt bikes that evolved into a lifelong hobby and passion for Harley Davidsons.
After proudly graduating high school from England Academy in 1984, Kevin attended college at the University of Central Arkansas. Kevin found his niche at UCA as a member of the Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity. As a member of the fraternity, Kevin not only cultivated life-long friendships, but also his natural talent for hospitality.
Kevin met his love and match, Janie Prislovsky, in the late 1980's. The pair was married in 1992 in her hometown of Stuttgart and made their home in Little Rock. The couple enjoyed countless adventures over their 25 years of marriage, the greatest of which beginning in September of 1994 with the birth of their daughter, Madison. Kevin's passion for fatherhood was nothing short of radiant, and his love for his daughter was unconditional.
Kevin's compassion was not only reflected through his role as a husband and father, but also as a businessman. Kevin opened KD Sales in Sherrill, AR in 1988. Kevin's gift for facilitating friendships and natural inclusive attitude has since grown the earth moving equipment manufacturer into an international operation. Though proud to have been connected across the world, Kevin was more proud to have kept the business based at home in Sherrill.
Above all, Kevin was an incredible family man and a fierce friend. Kevin's generosity was a marvel to be admired, and his love was constantly outpouring. The ultimate host, Kevin enjoyed nothing more than cooking for a house-full of Madison's friends or preparing food for the masses at the next Razorback tailgate. He treated all of his friends like family and strangers like life-long friends. His genuine love and fervor for life will be missed every day by so many.
Kevin was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Waldo Derden and Mr. and Mrs. Grover Gibbs and by his father-in-law, James Prislovsky Sr. He is survived by his wife, Janie Prislovsky Derden; daughter, Madison Derden; extra daughter, Joanna Fureigh; parents, Francis ''Sonny'' and Marie Derden; sister, Kimberly Derden Cole; beloved nieces, Mackenzie and Marley Cole; special cousin, Karen ''Chickie'' Prislovsky; mother-in-law, Floy Prislovsky, as well as, host of extended family and friends.
A visitation will be held on Friday August 18th from 6:00-8:00 pm at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas and a Memorial Service will be held Saturday August 19th at 11:00 am at Grace Lutheran Church at the corner of Hillcrest and Kavanaugh.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to CHI St. Vincent, AR Neuroscience Institute, #2 St. Vincent Circle, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 or Grace Lutheran Church, 5124 Hillcrest, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205.
Thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff of St. Vincent's NSICU and the Cornerstone Hospital for their outstanding care and diligence. Additional thanks go to the many friends that have tirelessly supported our family through this time.
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36 Condolence(s)
Everett Engelman
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear about Kevin's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family!
James and Rita Hausner
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Marie and Sonny,
We're so very sorry to learn about your losing Kevin.
He was an outstanding young man who had great success
in life.
Please be comforted by your countless happy memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
love,
James and Rita
Kent Shepard
Friday, August 18, 2017
Condolences to the Derden Family and pray for God's Loving Grace as He comforts you in your loss.
Sandy (Hughes) Smith
Friday, August 18, 2017
Although I have not been around my Hughes cousins much over the years, we are still related and I love them all. Please know that my heart is sadden for all of the Derden family at this time. I will continue to keep you in my prayers in the days ahead. May you find comfort knowing your sweet Kevin is now healed and made whole as he rests in the arms of Jesus our Lord.
Love, Cousin Sandy
Millard Hardin
Friday, August 18, 2017
Mr. Sonny and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Millard
Tammy Blackwell Anderson
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Prayers
Terry and Cathy Derden
Thursday, August 17, 2017
Dear Sonny and Marie;
We are so sorry for the loss of Kevin. We know how much love he enjoyed from all of you. His love and memory will always be with you. We are praying for all of you.
Terry
Donna and Gary Archer
Thursday, August 17, 2017
We are so very sorry for the loss of Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this very sad time.
Cindy Steele
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
What a beautiful tribute about a man and his loving family, thinking of you all!
Ed and Cathy Cook
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Our love, sympathy and prayers for the family and friends of Kevin in this time of sorrow.
Archie & Mauricene Blackwell
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Darrell and Sandy "Blackwell" Anderson
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this time and the days ahead. May God place his arms around you and give you comfort.
Kerrie Brickey
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
My prayers are with you all .
Jane Ferguson
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Janie, you and Madison are in my prayers.
Jerri Myers
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
I've thought of you and your family daily these last few weeks. I hope you and Madison can remember all the great fun memories with Kevin and that you are filled with God's peace and comfort. I will continue prayers for your family. Love you..
Lee Ann dickens
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
The Annie Dickens family will sure miss wonderful Kevin. We had some great times. All I can say is sleep well, my friend, and peace to your family
Jose Aguero & Laura Fernandez
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Kevin will always live in our memory and in our hearts. Thank you dear friend, may you rest in peace.
Jan Jordan Jennings
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
My deepest sympathy
Shelley Lemonds
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Suzanne and Chuck Peyton
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss, and we remember Kevin fondly as a great neighbor and wonderful guy. We are praying for you all.
Suzanne and Chuck
Andy and Jeanie Mencer
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
May God give you comfort and blessings at this time of your loss for He is always with you.
Andy and Jeanie
BETH GIBBINS SEAMON
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
MY thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kevin was always so sweet and generous with his kindness. The stars will shine a little brighter now that Kevin lives in our Heavenly Fathers Kingdom and always looking down on his precious family and beloved friends. Kevin and his big heartedness will never be forgotten.
Kay Tribo
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss Janie and Madison and family. You will remain in our prayers. Love, Jim, Kay, Mandy, and Jenny and Jamie Tribo.
Stephanie duty
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Howard & myself will keep you all in our prayers . We love you all and know that our Lord & Savior will be near to comfort you . Love , Stephanie
Gail prislovsky oliver
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
words can't express the sadness I feel for all of you he was a wonderful man father and husband. love to all and may God be with you all . he will always be with you
Michelle Watkins & family
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
Kevin was truly a wonderful human being with a heart of gold. We are so blessed to have had his friendship. Love and prayers to the family.
Hugh & Lorrie Ferguson
Monday, August 14, 2017
Keeping our Derden family in our thoughts and prayers.
JD (Darron) Gentry
Monday, August 14, 2017
There are so many good memories from UCA and Sig Tau. And Kevin made an admirable life since then. God bless his memory and his family.
Mary (Cissy) Henderson
Monday, August 14, 2017
To Kevin's family:
So sorry for your loss. God Bless you all and shower you with his grace.
Love to you all
Billy and Cissy
Vicky Hillis James
Monday, August 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Bill & Vicky James
Allen Vestal
Monday, August 14, 2017
i have had the pleasure of being a vendor, employee, and friend of Kevin's over the last several years. He is a great guy and has been a trusted friend. Continued prayers for the family..
Allen
Joel & Theresa Morris
Monday, August 14, 2017
Janie we are so sorry for your loss. Kevin will be missed. Theresa and still talk about the time we came home and had dinner at your house. Hold on to the good memories. May God grant you peace during this time.
Joel & Theresa.
Marilynn Borecky
Monday, August 14, 2017
My heart is so full of love for the entire Derden family. Kevin was loved by not only his beloved family but so many friends. I've had the privilege to have know Kevin since he was a little sweet boy. May God give all of u strength and comfort. Praying
Billy Mitchell
Monday, August 14, 2017
Lucky and honored you were my friend and glad we got to spend so many great times together.
Tailgates and duck season will never be the same.
#LivingLarge
Michelle Derden
Monday, August 14, 2017
Janie, I love being around Kevin and you. Even though I was not in the family anymore y'all treated me like I was part of the family. You could see the love y'all had for each other. I'm so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great person. I will be praying for the family. Love you, Michelle
William f huey
Monday, August 14, 2017
Kevin will always be remembered in my mind as a best friend! I'll see you again my friend. Peace brother