Derek ELMES Obituary

ELMES, Derek. Sadly passed away on 18 March 2026 at Waikato Hospital after a long fought illness. A service to celebrate his life will be held at Pellow and Hill Chapel 97 Tuhikaramea Road, Dinsdale, Monday 23 March at 12:30pm. After which he will travel to Whangarei for a private farewell, details to follow on facebook. A heartfelt thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and Care team on M5 at Waikato Hospital for Derek's care. Have a Guinness or a Jamesons next time you have a drink and toast Derek's life.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 20, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Derek ELMES

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Denise Marris

March 22, 2026

Dear Derek's family and friends
My deepest sympathy to each of you.You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Derek you were such a kind soul xx