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Derek Christopher Kershaw

(8th October 1932 - 5th October 2022)

Derek Christopher Kershaw was born 8th October 1932 in Stepney, London. He grew up in London then moved to live in Haslemere when he began married life. He passed away peacefully on 5th October 2022 at Oak Hall Care Home, Haslemere.

Husband to his late wife Maureen, father and father-in-law to Tracy & Basil, Louise & Paul, Elaine & Tom and Melanie. Grandad to Jason, Edwin, Matthew & Finnian, and Great grandad to Quinn & Choe

He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral will be held on Wednesday 26th October. 12 noon at 3 Counties Vineyard Church, Hammer, Haslemere GU27 3QW. All friends are welcome

Donations if desired maybe made, to support Pancreatic Cancer UK

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Anonymous

What a wonderful Christian who loved his Lord Jesus and his family with great love. Sadly missed.

£25.00


Anonymous

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid


Christopher Cowell

In memory of Derek and Maureen Kershaw.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid


Paul, Rosemarie & John

A privilege to attend a lovely service and recall family memories. With deepest sympathy.

£45.00 + £11.25 Gift Aid


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