Hello Derek, I just by chance came across your happy smile on the internet. It saddens me a great deal that you're no longer in the world and that I did not know this. I will always remember you as happy and joking. You saw the positive in every situation. I will also remember you for being so full of life and how people would remark on how resourceful you were. You took many tasks in your stride that a person half your age might struggle with. When I met you treated me like an old friend. I hope you don't mind Derek, but I would like to always consider us friends. I'm sorry I didn't get to see you in the months before you passed. I hope wherever you are you're laughing and joking. Rest in peace Love Dana x

We are really grateful that this tribute has been set up and dedicated to the memory of Derek. We hope that you find this tribute to be a place of comfort. We appreciate you thinking of the RNLI at what must be a difficult time. Should you have any questions, would like to tell us more about Derek’s connection with our charity or if we can be of any help please, do not hesitate to contact Jeremy or Sian, our friendly Giving in memory team on 0300 300 0124 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.