The PWSTS is sad to announce that Derek Martel (PWSTS 1959) has crossed the bar.
Derek didnt manage to join the PWSTS Society so we are grateful to the Independent Vindicatrix of East Kent for letting us know. Derek sailed on the Port Line and lived in Guernsey. Derek had been suffering for a number of years with cancer and sadly went down hill swiftly over the week-end and passed away at home with his wife Molly and his family around him on 11 Feb 13.
This is Guernsey family announcement: MARTEL, Derek Harry Peacefully at home, after a long illness bravely borne, with his family at his side, on Monday 11 February 2013, aged 69 years. Devoted husband and soulmate of Molly. Adored dad of Debra and Julien. Much loved father-in-law of Kevin and Rachel. Treasured grandpa to Stephanie, Chantelle, Joshua-William, Harry, Joshua-Lewis and Georgia. A loved brother to Jean and a dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service to be held at the Castel Parish Church on Friday 15 February at 2.00 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly accept this intimation. Family flowers only. Donations, in lieu, may be sent to Cancer Research Natalie Davidson, Ariel, Route de Cobo Castel GY5 7UH or RNLI Guernsey Branch, Mr A R Lewis, Lifeboat Treasurer,c/o Guernsey Harbours, PO Box 631, St Julian's Emplacement, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY4 3DL. Private interment.
