Unexpectedly but peacefully, Mr Derek Stephen Coates passed away at his home, aged 72 years. A wonderful and respected father to Timothy, Jacob, Beatrix and Jack, beloved grandfather to Sonny and Ariella. A friend to many and generous to all, he will be sorely missed. The memorial service is to be held on Shell Beach in Herm on Saturday 5th September at 4. 45pm, followed by a celebration of his approach to life. Dear relatives and friends, we hope that you will kindly accept this invitation to attend the memorial service to celebrate Derek's life. There will be a Trident boat available for guests to attend the memorial scheduled to depart from Inter Island Quay at 15. 15pm. Earlier boats are available, to ensure attendance, at 12. 15pm and 14. 15pm. Return boats will be available throughout the evening, with the last boat departing at 23. 30pm from Herm Harbour. Dress code is light and bright, with shoes optional, to reflect his colourful life. The family would like to request in lieu of flowers, donations are kindly bequeathed in memory of Derek to one of his chosen charities; Guernsey Alzheimer Association, Rue des Monts, St Sampsons, GY2 4HU or Guernsey Stroke Association, c/o Mrs A Smith, Les Lohiers House, Les Lohiers, La Grande Lande, St Saviours, GY7 9YZ.
First published in the Guernsey Press on 22/08/2020.
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