HUGHES, Derrick. Passed away peacefully on 24 August 2025 surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband of Evelyn. Respected and devoted father and father in law of Clifford and Rachel, and Rosalie and Brian. Treasured grandfather of Daniel, Christopher, Nicholas, Alexander and James, Charlotte, Ben, and Dallas. Deeply respected and devoted to his family, who will be remembered with love and gratitude always. In lieu of flowers, the family ask for donations to Harbour Hospice North Shore A service to celebrate Derek's life will be held at The North Harbour Chapel of Dil's Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, on Thursday 28 August, 2025.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 27, 2025.