Very sad day.

[Andy M]

Very sad news. Always enjoyed his posts and learnt much from them; they will be missed.

 

[sam vimes]

That's not good news. My sympathies to his nearest and dearest.

 

[lambert1]

I can only echo what has already been said. My condolences to his family. I lost my Dad recently and am still coming to terms with it. I know how hard it will be for them.

 

[Scuba Chris]

Always a sad day to loose a fellow angler. My condolences goes out to the family

 

[Kevin Perkins]

Terrible news, and condolences to his family. Another of the giants of FM whose like we will not see again. RIP.

 

[liphook]

Rest in peace Derek. My condolences to all his family and friends. Along with many others I enjoyed his wealth of contributions to FM. It's sad news indeed.

 

[Rickrod]

Very sad to hear this news. RIP Derek

 

[bracket]

Just to endorse everybody else's comments. It is always sad to lose someone of Derek's experience and ability. My thoughts go out to his friends and loved ones. RIP Derek. Pete.