Derek Michael Escott III (Derek Michael Bettinger) from Pasco County, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2023. As we mourn the end of his short time with us, we must remember the legacy of Dennis Escott (Derek Bettinger). We may ask why? Why me? Why us? Why now? God does not question the strong, so when you up in the sky, stand tall, look proud, and remember…the wheels may have stopped spinning but they will never fall off.
He is survived by his loving mother; Denise Bettinger, his sister; Bryanna Bettinger, his two sons; Rylan (12 years old) and Noah (9 years old), his uncles; David and Douglas Bettinger, his grandparents; David and Debra Bettinger, all of NH. He is also survived by his cousins; Adam and Jessica Collins of CA., his best friend of 10 years; Amy LaLonde, along with many other extended family and friends. Most importantly, he is survived by his service dog, Bullet, his best friend, his everything, who was by his side until his very last moments.
He is preceded in death by his father; Dennis Michael Escott Jr.
Derek/Dennis, you will be missed daily and will be remembered with love each and everyday.
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