Derek Andrew Daugherty
October 30, 1987 - July 27, 2019
Derek Andrew Daugherty, 31 of Bluffton passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Derek was born on October 30, 1987 in Bluffton to Chris and Tammi (Christianson) Daugherty. A 2006 graduate of Southern Wells High School, Derek earned a B.S in Fine Arts from Indiana University. He was a very talented artist, enjoyed a simple lifestyle, the outdoors and his dog, Bane. Derek is survived by his parents, Chris & Tammi of Bluffton, a sister, Stephanie (Brian) Van Houten of Churubusco, In, along with 3 nieces & nephews; Alexis Beck, Noah Beck and Kade Van Houten. He is also survived by his grandparents, Lynn & Mary Daugherty of Warren and Donna Bradley of Bluffton. Calling hours will be held from 2 to 8 on Thursday at the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M. on Friday (August 2, 2019) at the funeral home, with calling for one hour prior to the service. Pastor Steve Surbaugh will officiate. Memorials may be made in Derek’s memory to the Wells County Animal Shelter or the Humane Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Friends can send online condolences to the family at www.thomarich.com.
Derek Andrew Daugherty, 31 of Bluffton passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019. Derek was born on October 30, 1987 in Bluffton to Chris and Tammi (Christianson) Daugherty. A 2006 graduate of Southern Wells High School, Derek earned a B.S in... View Obituary & Service Information