Robert Jay "Rob" Derochie, 51, of Sioux City, passed away Monday, July 1, 2019 at his home following a long battle with brain cancer. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Memorial Park Cemetery.  A final farewell will follow at Izaak Walton, Bigelow Park in Salix, Iowa.

Rob was born on October 2, 1967 to Robert "Bob" and Delores (Larson) Derochie. Rob attended North High School and worked at many companies in the Siouxland area, most recently at GSI/AP.  He was a diehard Denver Broncos and Iowa Hawkeyes fan. Rob was a great cook, loved camping, bonfires, and boating. He coached many Siouxland children at Floyd Softball fields and for YMCA football. Rob was a very social person, loved to argue, listen to music, and had a special sense of humor.

He leaves behind his wife, Christine (Linden) Derochie; daughters, Chantel and Sydney; son, Lance (Lindsey Sitzmann); granddaughter, Scarlett; mother, Delores; brother, Shane (Amy); numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews; and many others whom he considered close family.

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