Derrod Ryan Mathison
September 28, 1975 ~ April 1, 2025
Derrod R. Mathison, 49, Sioux Falls, SD, died after a brief illness on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls.
No services are planned. Cards and well wishes may be sent to Querida Fisher, at 905 W. 18th St. #20, Sioux Falls, SD 57103, or Megan Mathison, at 1938 E. 33rd St. N. Apt. 1, Sioux Falls, SD 57104.
Derrod was born on September 28, 1975, in Sioux Falls, SD, to Eugene and Judy (Stoppleworth) Mathison. He married Megan Bunger on April 21, 2012, in Sioux Falls.
Derrod was a gentle giant and was 6’8” when he finally stopped growing, much to the chagrin of his older brothers and father, who were all much shorter. He had a heart of gold and a very inquisitive mind and enjoyed learning. He enjoyed many hobbies which included reading fantasy novels, playing video and table games, and he was a passionate Green Bay Packers fan. He loved the Blues, and science-fiction, especially Star Trek and Star Wars movies and novels. He worked in the food service industry in his teen years, several call centers, the Argus Leader, and then as a food shopper and delivery person.
Derrod loved his two canine companions, Henry and Solomon, and mourned the loss of his dear Leia in 2021. He loved his dogs and would be happy to know they have found loving homes that will continue to care for them.
Derrod is survived by his wife, Megan Mathison, Sioux Falls; brothers, Mark, Great Falls, MT, Matthew, Raymand, MN, and Luke of Wabasso, MN; sisters, Rachelle (Philip) Graff, Sanborn, MN, Querida (Sweet) Fisher, Sioux Falls, and Kacelle (Benjamin) Duran, Sioux Falls; uncles, Larry, Gary, and Dale; aunt, Susan; many nieces, nephews, cousins; and dear friend, Jeremy Chouinard.
Derrod was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Judy Mathison; and sister, Cametra Mathison.
I miss you baby brother 😭