To a wonderful boss and a lovely man, who had a kind and generous spirit he is sorely missed. My thoughts are with Pam, Gemma and Dan. Donation by Tracey O'Callaghan-Smith on 30/09/11

One of life's good guys who will be sadly missed. It was a pleasure to have worked for him My condolences do out to Pam, Gemma and Dan Donation by Darren, Joe and Archie Wade on 24/09/11

Derek a true gentleman, our friend and business partner. Our condolences goes to Pam and the family. Donation by Anonymous on 19/09/11

ONE OF THE NICEST MEN I EVER MET AND BY FAR THE BEST BOSS, HOPE PROMAC DO HIM PROUD Donation by david fox on 16/09/11

Donation by Claire Shilling on 15/09/11

The industry has lost a founding father and those that knew Derek have lost the friendship of a true Gentleman. We will not see his like again. Donation by Neil Williamson on 15/09/11

Derek was a true gent, he was always extremely professional, I will miss him alot Donation by Alan Tutte on 14/09/11

Such a sad loss. Our thoughts are with Pam, Gemma & Daniel Donation by David & Sue Evans & boys on 14/09/11

A true gentleman and a lovely man to work for. My thoughts are with his family x Donation by Elly Millson on 12/09/11

Derek was such a lovely man who will be sadly missed.Our love goes to Pam ,Gemma and Dan at this sad time.Love Jill,John ,Pat and John. xx Donation by jill collins on 12/09/11

Our sincere condolences to the family of a great man, Fred, Michael & Paul Deanus. Donation by michael deanus on 12/09/11

Donation by Andrew Ball on 12/09/11

Derek will always be remembered with the greatest respect, a true gentleman. My sincere condolences to the family. Donation by Jeff Rooke on 12/09/11

Donation by jacky harrison on 09/09/11

Derek will be sorely missed as a very good friend and loyal colleague. Our deepest condolences go out to his family John Jon and Steve Donation by Windows Active on 09/09/11

With fond memories and deepest respect from all your friends at Deceuninck. Our sincere condolences to Pam, Gemma & Dan Donation by Jon Skinner on 09/09/11

I am honoured and privileged to have worked alongside a true legend of our industry. My boss, my friend, my mentor, I’ll never forget you Donation by Jamie Munday on 09/09/11

Donation by Anita Healey on 09/09/11

So much more than a boss, you were a friend and a true gentleman. Thinking of your family at this time.God bless xx Donation by Rachel Woodman on 09/09/11

An honourable, truly generous friend and business partner. So he will stay in my memory. My deepest sympathies go to his family, Pam, Gemma and Daniel Donation by Stefan Elbreder; BJM GmbH on 08/09/11

I hope Pam, Gemma and Dan find comfort in these amazing expressions of love and respect for Derek. Farewell my friend & mentor – till the next time. Donation by Dave Broxton on 08/09/11

In memory of a person who worked with me for a long time and taught me a lot. He will stay in my memory as both, a gentleman and a good friend. Donation by Alexander Truncali on 08/09/11

Donation by Anonymous on 08/09/11

Derek was very much admired and respected, real gentleman. Please extend my sympathy to your Family. Donation by Kasia Kowalski on 08/09/11

In memory of a generous person who would never see a glass empty or a conversation without a story. We will continue your work ethics into the future Donation by Zoe Spencer on 08/09/11