Larry Derrick, 61, died after battling throat cancer for seven months. Larry was a reference librarian at the Dallas Morning News during the 1990s and early 2000s at its former building on Young Street.
In his memory, the newspaper flew the Texas state flag at half staff on Sunday, July 18. In its story remembering Larry, the News said, “He’s remembered by loved ones and former colleagues as a patient and unflappable man who was passionate about supporting and helping others, both in everyday life and in his role helping reporters at The News with research.” Friends at the Morning News described him as a gentle giant and easygoing, always with a smile on his face.