DerekCHORLEYof Stawell sadly passed away at home on 22nd February 2026, aged 89 years.
Beloved husband of Kathleen, cherished dad of Catherine, Libby and Paul and a loved grandfather and great grandfather.
He is missed by all who knew him.
He will be remembered fondly as a previous headteacher of SS Joseph and Teresa's Catholic Primary School in Wells and as a member of Shepton Mallet Bowls Club, the Catholic Church and many local musical groups.
Funeral will take place on Saturday 14th March 2026 at 12 noon at Sedgemoor Crematorium. Please don't wear black.
Family flowers only but donations in Derek's memory in aid of Young Somerset STAR Team (Somerset Trust For Arts And Recreation) may be given by either retiring collection or through Wallace Stuart Lady Funeral Directors TA6 6PZ.
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