Suddenly, in his 44th year on Wednesday May 24, 2023 at his home in Georgetown. Derek, beloved husband and best friend of 17 years to Diana (nee Hunter) and loving and doting father of Graeme. Loved son of Heather and Rick Lambert and son-in-law of Ulrike (Erika) and Ian Hunter. Dear brother of Devon (Mitchell) Mackay. Dear uncle of Aubrey, Ainsley, Addison and Lachlan. Derek will be deeply missed by his family, students, colleagues and his many friends.
Derek was entirely devoted to his family and always was ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Teaching was his passion and he has been inspiring elementary students in the Peel District School Board in Brampton for 18 years. He had a wicked sense of humor, a kindness that was unsurpassed and a knack for handling any situation with ease. Derek was always busy with something, whether that was building something in the garage, learning a new skill or spending time building Lego with his son. His energy and helpfulness meant that he made a difference to every person he met.
Friends will be received at the Jones Funeral Home, 11582 Trafalgar Road, Georgetown (905) 877-3631 on Sunday June 4, 2023 from 1-4 and 6-8 p.m. A celebration of Derek's life will be held in the chapel on Monday June 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow in the Trafalgar Room. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to an education trust fund for his son Graeme would be greatly appreciated. (Information regarding the Trust Fund, will be added shortly)