Ernest "Jake" Derby, 71, of Whiting, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 5, 2018. He worked for Priority Emergency Vehicles in Wall Twp. for many years as a vehicle Designer and salesman. Jake was a volunteer fireman and a model train enthusiast. He is survived by his Wife, Charlotte; his children, Amy Brandenburg, Christine Gross and Scott Derby; his step-daughters, Lisa Heck, Tammy O'Brien and Christine Smith; his sister, Sandy Conroy; his eight grandchildren; three great-granddaughters and four step-grandchildren.