Derek Duane Mullis

Derek Duane Mullis, 64, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at Wilkerson Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM with Pastor Tim Smith officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Derek was born in Wake County to Judy Tate Mullis and the late Harry Eugene Mullis. He Served his country in the US Navy aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS America. After the Navy he worked as a field supervisor at Quality Mechanical. Derek served a term as club director of the Durham Chapter Hog Club. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, especially his cat Dyno.

He is preceded in Death by his father, Harry Eugene Mullis.

Derek is survived by his daughter, Kelcey Mullis; Mother, Judy Mullis; brother, Terrel Mullis; feline companion, Dyno; as well as a large and loving group of extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Down Home Harley Davidson Burlington HOG Chapter with checks made payable to Dwayne Clark and Donation to Burlington HOG Chapter in the memo or Draper Christian Church 1122 W Fieldcrest Road, Eden, NC 27288.