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Derrow Insurance - Insuring Wellston and All of Ohio

Derrow Insurance was founded in 1969 in Wellston, OH by John L. Derrow. In 1984, his son, John S. Derrow joined the agency, eventually becoming president. In 2014, third generation family member Andrew Derrow joined to carry on the legacy.

The agency was located in downtown Wellston until 2018, when Derrow Insurance purchased Waugh Insurance, eventually moving to the present location just a few blocks away. We are a full service agency offering auto, home, life, and business insurance. Please contact our office today to see how we can protect the things you care about!

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Life Insurance Awareness Month: How Much Coverage Do You Really Need?

Life Insurance Awareness Month: How Much Coverage Do You Really Need?

Posted: September 7, 2026

Why Life Insurance Awareness Month Matters Every September, the life insurance industry recognizes Life Insurance Awareness Month, an effort to encourage more people to think about whether they have the coverage their families may need. Industry research has repeatedly found that a significant portion of adults either don't have life insurance or believe they don't have enough, often because the topic feels overwhelming, or because...

Disaster Preparedness for Small Businesses: Why a Continuity Plan Matters

Disaster Preparedness for Small Businesses: Why a Continuity Plan Matters

Posted: September 4, 2026

National Preparedness Month Is a Reminder for Business Owners, Too Every September, FEMA's National Preparedness Month encourages individuals and organizations to think ahead about how they would respond to emergencies. For small business owners, this is a good opportunity to ask an important question: if a fire, storm, cyber incident, or other unexpected event disrupted your business tomorrow, would you be prepared to keep operating...

Back-to-School Driving: Insurance Tips for Teen and Student Drivers

Back-to-School Driving: Insurance Tips for Teen and Student Drivers

Posted: September 2, 2026

September means school buses, morning carpool lines, and for many families, a new teen driver on the road. Whether your teenager is driving themselves to high school for the first time or heading off to college with a car in tow, back-to-school season is a good time to make sure your auto insurance keeps pace with your changing driving needs. Here's what to know about...