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Derek HUGHES Obituary
On Friday, July 22, 2022, peacefully at home with family, aged 86. Dearly loved husband of Margaret, loved father of Jeffrey (deceased), Gavin, Jonathan (deceased) and Erika Olsen, Lynley and Andrew Garratt (Christchurch), Bronwyn and Ian Spencer (Pukekohe), cherished grandfather of Petra and Jason O'Bery (Christchurch), Joel and Mikayla Garratt (Christchurch). Loved brother of Robin Whittaker and uncle to Craig Imlay, Julie Proctor and Wayne Imlay. A celebration of Derek's life will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, College Road, Timaru, on Thursday, July 28, at 1.30pm, thereafter private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cancer Research Trust NZ would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Messages to the Hughes family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
Memories and Condolences
for Derek HUGHES
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Helen & Brian Kelliher
July 31, 2022
Were were so sorry to hear that our dear friend & great ex neighbour Derek passed away.
Our deepest sympathy to you Margaret & your family. We will be in touch with you when we return home.
Brian & Helen Kelliher
Debbie Gill
July 28, 2022
Dear all Derek's family and friends, I feel so privileged to have been a part of your lives for the past 20+ years, you have always welcomed me into your home and family. Bron and I have a strong friendship and i have loved being one of the many you know. I will always remember your smile Derek. I am not feeling well today so my massive apologies for not being able to be there. We will be praying for you at this time.
Much love to all, Debbie, Stu and Jacob Gill xo
Joss Jones
July 27, 2022
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy go to Margaret and her family. Derek was a real gentleman.
Derek and Charmian Hemming
July 25, 2022
We worked with Derek and Margaret when the Timaru Presbyterian church was formed. Derek was the editor of the Link magazine and produced high quality editions for the church community. A lovely man. Our condolences to Margaret and family.
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john @ sue mcdonald
July 25, 2022
A very special man ,true gentleman and friend derek will be missed by so many . Rest in peace.
Jill &wally Bell
July 25, 2022
Fond memories of dear Derek especially at Point Lions
Neil and Isobel
July 25, 2022
Those whom we love and lose are no longer where they were; they are now wherever we are
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