Recieved this today from John, VGSA:
"Good Day All,
Have been advised today by Sean Rathbone that Derek passed away on Monday.
He joined Blue Star in 1979 and spent 11 years as a deck officer before moving to the Northern Lighthouse Board and subsequently went ashore to teach at the Nautical College in Glasgow for 2 years.
His Wife Chris has requested we advise all:-
The funeral will take place on Tuesday 3rd Dec at
Hurlet Crematorium, Glasgow Rd, Glasgow G53 7TH
2pm
We pass our Condolences to Christine & his family.
Best Regards
John
Secretary
Vestey Group Shipping Association.
(Horas non numero nisi serenas)"