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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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GoFundMe vs. Life Insurance: What You Should Know

Posted: March 22, 2023

You have likely seen a GoFundMe page for someone who suddenly passed away. GoFundMe pages allow others to donate to pay for final expenses or to help the family. These crowdfunding activities may be successful but come with some serious drawbacks. The family left behind is asking others for funds, adding stress to one of life’s most challenging times. Life insurance is a far more...

5 Types of Car Insurance Explained

Posted: March 16, 2023

Car insurance policies vary in what they cover. The state mandates certain types of coverage that you must have to legally get behind the wheel. However, the mandated minimum coverage may be far too low in some situations, such as being in a hit-and-run, in an accident with an uninsured driver, or if your car is damaged by a falling tree or fire. As a...

What is Term Life Insurance, and How Does it Work?

Posted: March 7, 2023

Term life insurance is the most affordable form of life insurance. It provides coverage for a specific period, typically 10 to 30 years. A contract between you and an insurance company is established which, as long as you pay your monthly premiums, should you die unexpectedly, a death benefit will be paid to your beneficiaries – generally the spouse or children, but any individual, organization,...