James (Jamie) Clay Derickson
August 10, 1967 – March 31, 2026
James “Jamie” Clay Derickson, 58, passed away on March 31, 2026. Jamie was raised in church all his life and carried a deep love for helping others, especially young people. He faithfully served as a youth bus driver for Shiloh Church, where he was known for his kindness, patience, and willingness to help the next generation of God-loving children.
He was always available to lend a helping hand whenever his church or community had a need.
Jamie was an active member of Stanton First Church of God, where he devoted much of his time serving in ministries that cared for others. He helped with feeding the homeless, ministering to the sick, and participating in the stocking exchange at the Stanton Nursing Home. His servant’s heart and quiet compassion left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Those who met Jamie will always remember his beautiful smile, bright blue eyes, and friendly, considerate nature. He had a special love for his nieces and nephews, cherishing the time he spent with them. Above all, Jamie adored the love of his life, his wife, Sandra Knox Derickson. They were blessed with eight wonderful years of marriage filled with love and devotion.
In 2019, Jamie underwent surgery for cancer, and over the years, he faced his health challenges with strength and courage.
Throughout his life, he was involved in the Walking Horse and Rocky Mountain Horse industries, where he experienced success and built many friendships. Most notably, he showed Handshaker’s Candy to the 11 and under Championship at the KY Celebration and Lady of Masterpiece to many prestigious championships in the Kentucky circuit.
Jamie’s life was a reflection of faith, kindness, and service to others. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, church family, and all whose lives he touched.
He is preceded in death by his sister Valorie Derickson Marcum and his father Herbert “H.T.” Derickson III.
He is survived by his wife Sandra Derickson, his mother Wilda Derickson, sisters Vera (Larry) Patterson and Vanessa Crowe and brother Herbert (Jill) Derickson and dozens of nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his beloved Yorkie, Ziggy.
A service honoring Jamie’s life will be held April 19th with a visitation from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM and a Celebration of Life service at 3:00 pm.
Stanton First Church of God
980 E College Ave.
Stanton, KY 40380