Passed away very peacefully on 1 July 2018 in his 72nd year.

Adored husband and best friend of Jo; and Jan (deceased).

Dearly loved father, father-in-law and Papa of Bronwyn, Alex, Finlay, Lucas Clifford (Guildford, UK) and Hedley. Dearly treasured friend and Papa of Sophie, Carl, Kasha, Triton, Ronin and Cove Dickens. Much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of Gary, Graham (deceased), Brian and their families.

Lovingly missed by all.

A service to celebrate Derek's life will be held at Legacy Gardens, 53 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa, on Wednesday 4 July at 11am, followed by a private cremation. Donations can be made in Dereks name to Kathleen Kilgour Center, P.O. Box 13324 Tauranga. Communication to the Timbs c/- PO Box 3136 Tauranga 3142.