Derek Keeler.
My Father, Derek Keeler of Crosier Court, passed away on Monday the 18th of December 2023.
Derek served in the Territorial Army Royal Signals, and after moving from Rainham to Upchurch, he was well known for his long-standing involvement with Upchurch Church Lads and Girls Brigade during the 1970s, 80s and 90s.
When the Brigade finished, Derek continued to attend the Remembrance Sunday service wearing his uniform and throughout the years, he played the bugle and laid poppy crosses on the war graves after the the service.
Derek will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him.
There will be a service for Derek at St Mary the Virgin, Upchurch, at 10:30am on Thursday the 25th of January, followed by his committal at Garden of England Crematorium, Sheppey Way, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8GZ at 12:00pm.
All who knew him are welcome to attend.
Family flowers only and donations in Derek's name, if wished, can be made to the Royal British Legion via JustGiving at his official obituary page: www.funeralguide.co.uk/obituaries/118963
Thank you
Sharon
Derek's daughter
