1951
James
2022
James "Jim" Derby
April 12, 1951 — February 22, 2022
Born April 12th, 1951, in Port Chester New York, Jim was the son of the late Charles and Jane Derby. While growing up in Port Chester, becoming an Eagle Scout was one of his proudest achievements, and when Jim picked up a trumpet at the age of 9, he started playing music and he never stopped. He received his Bachelors degree in music education from Ball State University, followed by his Masters degree at the University of Bridgeport.
As a music educator, Jim dedicated over 40 years to teaching young musicians how to play instruments and appreciate music. He spent nearly 25 of those years teaching the students at Mount Anthony Union Middle School.
After meeting at Valley Forge Military Academy, Jim married his life-long sweetheart, Yvonne in 1980, in Armagh, Northern Ireland. After following their careers through multiple states they settled in North Bennington, VT with a fixer upper that became their pride and joy. In this home they raised their two children Trevor and Colin.
Music was not just a career for Jim, it was his life. He played tuba and other instruments in many local groups and bands. Besides those activities, he also loved traveling, history, and woodworking. Jim was a lifelong jokester who loved puns. He devoted his life to his family and sharing his love of music with those around him.
Survivors of Jim include his wife of over 40 years Yvonne Derby, and their sons Trevor (Andrea) and Colin (Lauren) and his sister, Ellen Shaver (Mike). He has numerous nieces, nephews, and additional family members in Ireland.
Calling hours for Jim will be held on Sunday, February 27th from 12pm to 1:30pm at the Mahar and Son Funeral Home followed by services at 2:00 p.m.at the Second Congregational Church, 115 Hillside Street in Bennington.
Private committal services will take place at the convenience of the family at Grandview Cemetery in North Bennington.
Should friends desire, contributions in memory of Jim may be made to the Cancer Center Community Crusaders through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home, 628 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont, 05201.
Guestbook condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net
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Sunday, February 27, 2022
12:00 - 1:30 pm (Eastern time)
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Sunday, February 27, 2022
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