Derek Spencer Eccles
February 26th, 2017
ECCLES, Derek Spencer
July 14, 1946 – February 26, 2017
It is with deep regret the family of Derek Spencer Eccles, announces that much loved husband, dad, grandfather and friend passed away from an unexpected heart attack.
Derek is remembered by his loving wife, Janis; daughters, Kelly, Jody and Nicky; son, Mykle; along with their spouses; 7 grandchildren; his loving buddy, Connor; as well as extended family and many friends.
Derek was well known in the transportation industry for over 40 years. He was a proud member of the Al Azhar Shrine, the Vintage Car Club of the Shrine, as well as the Alberta Mustangs Auto Club. As per Derek’s wishes, no Service will be held. The family plans to hold a Celebration of Derek’s Life in the spring when people can roll out their cars.
If you would like to make a donation in Derek’s memory, please make it to the Al Azhar Shrine Transportation Fund, 5225 – 101 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T3L 1S4.
Messages:
My heart is with you all at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. I have only good memories of fun times spent with you all. Derek was like a second Dad. He will be remembered with love and missed dearly.
To Janis, Jody, Nicky, Kelly, Mykle and families...I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all. Love and Peace.
Jody & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you big hugs xx
To the family of Derek. Although we never met, we have met Derek over the years in the trucking Industry. I worked 33 years wiith Tri-Line Freight Systems, as did my daughter and Son-in-Law, Candy and Tim Thom. We have run into him on many occasions. Always laughing, a ready smile. We will miss him. We hope you will notify us when your having the Celebration of his life. so we may join you. Our deepest sympathies.... Ruth Crowder, Candy and Tim Thom..
Janis and Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Derek was a wonderful friend.
Our condolences to all the family,from your friends in Yuma.Judy Lee, Garry & Carol, Shelly & Gill,Lee & Judy Smith,Donna,Dianne & Stan.Love to you from Yuma.
To your family our deepest condolences for your loss.
So sorry to hear of your loss. I spoke with Derek on the phone several times over the years I work at Industrial Irrigation in Hastings, Ne, we even talked about cars. I did have the chance to meet him and so glad I did. Derek was a wonderful guy and so much fun to chat with. Once again sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathy, our thoughts are with you.
I just wanted to pass on my condolences to the Eccles clan. Derek was my cousin and I have many fond memories of Derek and his mom my aunt Bernice (probably one of the worlds greatest cooks). Anyways I remember Derek going fishing with my Dad and the boat tipped over. Legend has it my dad hung on to the beer cooler as Derek got uncle Bill to shore. I always thought Derek tried to live life to fullest and good on him for doing so. Say hi to Mom, Dad and your mom for me when you get to heaven.
Janis and family. Words cannot express our deepest sympathy. We will remember all the wonder happy hours we all shared with you folks.You made us feel so welcome into the AZ park.
Janis and family: We are so very sorry to hear of Derek's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Derek entered my life as a stranger and left as a friend, always friendly and helpful, with nothing but kind words for all. We will miss him.
There are no words we can say,our love to you and your family. Huggs and a squeeze for Connor.Call when you can.Miss you. Dianne and Stan
You left us all to soon Derek. Rest in peace. Our sympathy to you all. Your husband/father will be missed a lot. John/Dora Ranseth
Our condolences to all the family , the girls and I were stunned and saddened by the news of Derek's passing
I am deeply sadden by the passing of Derek. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Janice, Kelly & Brad, Jody & Mitch, Nicky & Chris, Mykle and all of his grandchildren. I am truly honored to have have known such a wonderful person. Love to all of you.
To The Family of Derek. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Derek was a true friend over the phone as we have worked together over the past 18 years. I admired his strong ethic of honesty and integrity along with professional and friendly nature.