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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
FORBISTER, Derek Scott - 77 passed away suddenly on May 15, 2026.
Derek will be deeply missed by his sister Kim; his children, Pamela (Mark), Michael (Amanda), and Derek J. (Jennifer), together with their mother, Ann; and his five amazing grandchildren: Ashley, 20; Caryss, 14; Adam, 14; Erica, 9; and Bryn, 3. He was predeceased by his wife of 28 years, Sandra; his brother, Mark; his sister, Shani; and his parents, Scott and Theda.
A consummate patriot, Derek served his country with the Royal Canadian Naval Reserve, joining in his mid-teens at HMCS Discovery. He enjoyed many experiences with the Regular Navy, which took him to destinations and ports of call throughout the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Pacific waters. As a Radio Operator, he was tasked with training new Reserve recruits in the Communications trade. In later years, he volunteered as an officer with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets. Derek worked as an Engineering Technologist in the construction industry before serving as a Commissionaire until his retirement. He was of Métis and Scottish heritage and enjoyed researching his ancestry.
~Your watch is done, your course is set beyond the horizon — Fair winds Sailor.~
As requested, there will be no service.
Messages can be sent to forbisterfamily@gmail.com (The Vancouver Sun & The Province 11 Jul 2026)
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