Ferdinand "Fred" Derks, 67, June 15, 2009, of Dolton, beloved by Carol Derks and Vickie Eby; devoted father of Ron Derks and Rick (Susan) Derks; dear brother of Dieter Gribat and the late Hanno Gribat; fond "grandfather" of Caitlin and one on the way! Resting at Hirsch Funeral Home, 3501 W. Lincoln Hwy (Route 30) Matteson, IL, where friends may call on Wednesday from 2 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 8:30 p.m. Rev. Richard Young, pastor of CreteUnitedMethodistChurch, officiating. Cremation Hirsch Lain-Sullivan Crematory.For information or to express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, 708-748-8031 or www.hirschfuneralhomes.com. Service Information A service summary is not available