Derek EVENNETT Obituary

Dear Evenett family,
we are sad to hear of your painful loss. Please accept my deepest condolences on behalf of myself and the Klepsch family.
We sympathise with you, as we also recently lost my father. My father and Mr Evenett were friends for many years.
In these difficult times, we would like to assure you that our thoughts are with your family. The loss of a loved one is immeasurable and we hope that you can find strength in the memories of the beautiful moments you shared.

Günter Klepch and Family

Derek, was an awesome manager that I had the privilege of working under in the late 90's. Such a knowledgeable man that was so interesting to discuss all sorts of topics with. RIP Derek, condolences to Sally and the family

Dear Sally Brian and I only heard today Your sad news. We Loved all the times We shared with You and Derek and will treasure them in Our hearts. God Bless You Sally May His Peace and Love be with You. Heaps of hugs and Love Gwen and Brian Frecker

To Sally + family sincere condolensces. Fond memories of Derek back in New Plymouth.and the friendly banter btwn us with his England rugby side!

To Sally & Family. So sorry to hear about the sudden loss of Derek. Will miss the whisky drinking sessions chatting about our shared passion of cars. Kind regards.
John & Carrie Hood

So sorry to hear about Derek. Thinking of you all.
Love, Shannan, Gilllian and Stephen.

Dear Sally $ Family, So sorry to hear about Derek, please accept our deepest sympathy in your sad loss, our thoughts are with you, love Graeme & Joan Kennedy Hawera

Derek and I, and we two couples, were on the same page. Humour, sports, four-legged friends, a glass or two of red and classy motor cars; not to mention almost the same age. We loved coming to see Derek and Sally when we visited New Zealand and once even babysat the four-legged one. We will miss him as you all will but we have wonderful memories to fall back on.

Jen and Simon Ellis, UK & USA

We valued Derek and his friendship. We had many, many enjoyable conversations over the decades. Sally and he were so generous with their warmth and companionship. Most recently at the February Gold Coast International Bridge Congress, where Derek with his true Bridge talent and his long standing equally talented partner, defeated many worthy opponents to come first in a major event. The dinner that night will be one we always will remember. We will miss him.

Dear Sally our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time.
We remember when Derek first 'came to town' all those years ago.
Regards Murray and Sheila Marshall.

Thoughts are with family and friends at this sad time. We were all shocked to hear this news. Treasure the memories. Condolences from the Bay of Islands Rotary Family.

When I first met Derek thirty years ago, we discovered that we had attended the same high school in England many years before and had many shared interests. Remarkably, the first three cars we had owned were the same; an Austin Seven, then a Mini and an Austin Healey. How well I remember the Mini Cooper rallies and the classic car auctions we attended together. And, we had both married Kiwi wives! A warm and generous man with many interests and friends, Derek loved life and gave so much of his time, energy and love to so many. And, he so loved his dogs!
Love you, Derek. Heartfelt condolences to Sally and family.

So very sad to read this. Derek was mine and Pete´s boss for 10 plus years when he owned Clearlite Bathrooms in Auckland. The very best boss, and became a very good friend, sharing happy times at his beloved Bach in Mokau. He will be missed deeply by his beloved Sal, and extended family. RIP boss and friend.
Chris and Pete (dec) Gilligan.

Very saddened to hear of Derek´s sudden passing. He was a special person to all our family, much respected and loved. He bought laughter, kindness and a life-long friendship to Snow and Marie. He will be missed deeply. Much love to you Sally, Nick, Catherine and families
Mary & Graeme Martin
(Weston)

You were such a loving and caring soul
I will miss you lots Monty Poppa and hope to make you proud
- Indi

My heart goes out to you to you, dear Sally, and the family. I will always remember Derek's kindness - a true Gentleman. with my love, from Stella B.

A respected friend. RIP.Derek

A true respected friend RIP. Derek

Dear Sally and family. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Derek´s sudden passing. I have worked with him for many years and will miss him. I have always admired his sharp intellect and family focus. I also enjoyed our catch ups, hearing about his travels and seeing the latest vehicle added to the car collection. May he rest in peace.

Dear Sally, I was so sorry to hear of Derek´s passing. I have fond memories of him walking Richie on Milford Beach . Sending love to you and the family.

We are totally shocked and saddened to hear of Derek´s passing.
Our best love to Sally and the family .
A wonderful gentleman, who did so much for so many and gone too soon.
Our best love Jo and Murray Needham

I met Derek first about 22 years ago when I took my little pup Bosco to Milford Beach for a morning walk. Derek was the first to greet us both, with his adored "Monty", his beautiful retriever. The two boys were a similar age, and despite their considerable size difference, became the best of walking buddies - and Derek befriended me, and was one of the most interesting, kindest, engaging people I have ever known. A true gentleman. I looked forward to our morning walks and chats so much, as we enjoyed beautiful Milford beach in all weathers, with the other "Milford Dog Walkers". Both Derek and Sally became wonderful friends to meet up with on the beach or in Cecil Road, friends and much-loved neighbours to many. I am deeply saddened to hear of Derek´s passing, and I know how deeply loved he was by Sally and their family, and what a great loss he must be to you all. I feel privileged to have known dear Derek, and I´ll remember him always with great affection and respect, especially when I wander along Milford Beach. Rest in Peace, Derek. Love and light, dear Sally. Michele

Milford Beach will miss you Derek.
But the memories will always be there.
Liz and Jim

I am so sorry to hear of Derek's passing. He was a very special man. His love of 'Sal' as he referred to her and his stories about Richie especially the one when he took himself to milford mall, will forever live in my memories. Rest in peace Derek x Much love to family x

We had an extra Uncle in our family, his name was Derek , we loved him and will miss him dreadfully. Thoughts & prayers to Sally & family.. Rest in Peace Derek.

Rob Weston

My heartfelt condolences to Sally and family. Derek was an erudite man and a valued member of our book club for many years showing a sharp wit and thoughtful insights. A good man. A loved man. May he rest in peace. With love from Robyn Tubb.