So sorry to hear of Denis's passing Ron, Els, Derek and families. Denis fought with everything he had and now he is at peace. You will all miss him dearly, sending love and prayers at this sad time. Karen Farry and Family x

Derek Ron and Els ,we are very sorry to hear of Denis's passing. His humour will be missed . We had great times sailing and unforgettable tramping and skiing trips together. Derek our thoughts are with you at this difficult time Murray and Jeanette Davidson 11 Oct 2021

We will all miss you Denis, Christmas will not be the same without you..... Many fun times over the years. We are all spending time thinking about cute things and times we remember from over the years. Your laugh will stay with us. Love from David, Bax, Louis and Nicola October 2021

Sorry to learn that Denis has passed away. We remember the fun-filled days of our annual holidays at Taipa with the Willers, Pont and Kershaw families. Our sincere condolences. John and Christine Kershaw

Sorry to see of Denis's passing Derek, Ron and Els. I have treasured the memories over the years of our time sailing, tramping, skiing down the mountain, and holidays in the South Island.

We will miss you very much Denis, it has been a long road , but a journey we were so thrilled to have traveled with you. You always had a smile even through your pain... Peace at last ...Thinking of you Derek at this time. Much love from Ron, Els, Julie & David you will be missed xx

Derek, we are thinking of you at this sad time. We remember with fondness the get togethers and lunches we had with you and Denis

Dear Denis - a kind, gentle man, my leader and mentor at NZ Forest Products encouraging me onto his succession path. Not right that such as he should have had to battle such a wretched illness. Our commiserations to his partner and family. Suffer no more dear confrere Bryan and Maureen Mott

I am so sorry Derek to hear of the passing of Denis! You have been a great support to each other for so long and I have always enjoyed catching up with you both up at Scott’s Landing and in Auckland. I know you will miss him greatly - we will see you soon when we can move around more freely at this difficult time. Thinking of you! Love Jill