Birth date: Oct 15, 1981 Death date: May 27, 2018
Derek John Klobucher, age 36, of Princeton, Minnesota passed away Sunday, May 27, 2018. He was born in L’Anse, MI on October 15, 1981 the son of Emil J. “John” and Karen (Michaels) Klobucher. Derek graduated from Baraga High Schoo Read Obituary
I sure miss you some days, really wish I would have done a better job of checking in.
My dearest friend I’m saddened by your passing. I’m glad to have served with you in Iraq. I thought you might like to know I finally made it to 20 years. I still have the year book of our time in Iraq and it sure was a long time. After our time in Iraq I went into the National Gaurd in 2008 did a year there took a break then came back in, in 2011 to finish my Army career in 2023. I knew things were going to change age in 2005 after our first deployment it saddens me I didn’t want our crew to break apart but it did. The core group from what I can tell left the service but James Glavez and I stayed in to do our 20. Bryan moved to Florida (back). Until I see you again in heaven I promise to live a life you would want me to live full and adventurous. Your missed you brother. Sappers Forward!! Beast Don’t Quit!! 91st En Bn B Co 2003.
Derek was one of the first friends that I made at Fort Hood. Derek always had half a grin on his face and more often than not his glasses were a bit crooked. Derek was the kind of guy that could always bring a smile to your face. We enjoyed many drunken nights in Austin Texas. Derek was always willing to help out a brother in need, and Derek always had a brother's back. You will be missed brother. Rest Easy.
I cherish our childhood memories... there's not just one to share. May those sweet moments be remembered by everyone blessed enough to know you.
