OBITUARIES

DERR, WARNER GORDON FINK, MATTHEW WARNER GORDON DERR

Gordon Derr, 68, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on December 27, 2020 at his home in Leander, Texas. Born on December 29, 1951, Gordon grew up in Arlington, Texas and graduated from Arlington High School in 1970. Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science Degrees in Civil Engineering followed from the University of Texas at Austin. He was employed as a consultant, a college teacher, and a public servant during his 40-year traffic engineering career, including several years with the city of Las Vegas Public Works Department in the 1990’s. Gordon is survived by four siblings (John, Dena, Ray and Lee) and seven nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held in Austin later in 2021. See www.tinyurl.com/gordonderr for more info. No services scheduled. Zoom virtual wake at 8:30AM PT, Jan. 9, 2021 (register at http://bit.ly/3pnt7qo). Sign the guestbook at www.reviewjournal.com/obituaries

MATTHEW FINK

Matthew Scott Fink 39, a lifelong resident in Henderson, NV passed away on December 12th, 2020 at St. Rose Sienna Hospital in Henderson. Matthew was born in Las Vegas at Sunrise Hospital on December 2nd, 1981. Matt is survived by his Father, Donald M. Fink (spouse Cary M. Olah), his Mother, Cindi L. Pete, his Brother, Joshua D. Fink and Grandparents, Arthur S. and Edith L. Fink.

Matthew had a wonderful glowing smile and deep brown eyes that made you melt away; he always lit up the room when he entered. He loved to be with his friends and was always the life of the party. Matthew was our bright light and will be missed by so many. Matthew loved animals, especially his little dogs; they were with him morning noon and night for his entire life. If anyone wishes to make a memorial donation; please make them to support his little furry friends at ASPCA. Matthew, was an organ donor and was able to save several other lives by donating many of his vital organs. He had a sweet disposition and strong heart. His legacy lives on knowing he saved many other lives.