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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
IRONS, Derek William - is survived by his wife Marion, son Jeremy, daughter Gina, grandchildren Brad, Cam, Rebecca, Jennifer, Tristan, Joel, Carly and great grandson Ryan. Predeceased by his first wife Irene, and sons Christopher, Bruce, and Nigel. A gathering of friends to celebrate Derek's life will take place at the Billy Bishop Legion on November 19th at 1300 hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion (Billy Bishop Branch 176). We stand on the shore and lament his departure, but over the horizon there are voices rejoicing, "Here he comes". Published in Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Nov. 4 to Nov. 7, 2011.
Ships served in: HMS/m TRESPASSER - Served in TRESPASSER in 1951 HMS/m ACHERON - Served in ACHERON 9151-1952 HMS/m SERENE - Served in SERENE - 1952-1953 HMS/m TABARD - Served in TABARD 1955-1956
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