Derek Robert Knief

Derek Robert Knief, 41, of Carmel, IN passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022. He was born April 22, 1981 in Indianapolis, IN to Richard “Dick” R. Knief and the late Linda D. (Watson) Knief.

Derek made friends easily and as a result, he had several long-time buddies. He enjoyed camping and watching documentaries on TV. As an auto mechanic, Derek also liked to spend time tinkering on his cars.  Derek was an avid gun collector of all types. He had a soft spot for animals, especially his dogs, Charlie, and Sadie.

In addition to his mother, Derek was preceded in death by his sister, Alyssa Knief.

Survivors include his father, Richard “Dick” R. (Vickie) Knief; brother, Jason (Iza) Knief; sisters, Elizabeth (Peter) Mayberry, Rachel Dewhirst; and nephews, Henry Webb, and Robbie Knief.

A time of visitation will take place Monday, October 10, 2022 at 5 pm in Trinity Baptist Church, 1415 E. 191st Street, Westfield, IN 46074, where the Memorial Service will begin at 7 pm.

In memory of Derek, donations may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), 199 Water Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY  10038. https://afsp.org/

Envelopes will also be available at the service.

Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to serve the Knief family.

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