Derrick William Evans of Teaneck was born to William (Billy) Evans and Morina Evans in Englewood, NJ. Derrick resided in Teaneck for the majority of his life, moving back in 1999. He attended Teaneck High school, CPI Computer Institute and Ramapo College; he graduated with honors in 1988 earning a Computer Science Degree. Derrick was united in marriage with Lisa Smith-Evan in 1991 and to this union three beautiful children were born. Derrick was self-employed for the past twenty two years forming his own business and working mainly as a computer engineer. He used his talent as a graphic artist to form a clothing business HOODNIQUE where he created and sold custom t-shirts, jackets and jeans. Another passion of Derricks was music. He spent hours creating and producing music for the sheer love of it. Derrick formed many partnerships and long lasting friendships throughout his life he was a friend to all and would never turn away anyone in need. Derrick was a devoted husband and father to his children. Derrick was a faithful member of Community Baptist Church for many years. Derrick leaves to cherish his memories his wife Lisa Evans, son Andre, daughters Zaria and Denise of Teaneck, NJ; Mother Morina Evans of Teaneck, NJ; Brother Morgan Nesbitt of Brooklyn, NY; Grandmother Julia Purcell and Sam McMillian of Battle Creek, MI; Two nephews, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and many other relatives and friends. He is predeceased in death by his father William.