Peacefully passed away on May 14, 2026. Best friend, soulmate and loved husband of the late Jean, loving father of Leesa Loffhagen, and Anna Webster, and Pop to Charlie, and Henry (both deceased), Fergus, and Phoebe; Harris, and Lucy. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Natalie and the late Peter McAully, Brian and Dawn Taylor (both deceased). Loved brother-in-law of Lesley and the late Mark Wyles, and much loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A special thank you to the staff and management of Mayfair Retirement Home/Elms Court Gardens, for their wonderful care and support to us as a family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Derek Taylor, c/- 180 Matsons Avenue, Papanui, Christchurch 8053. A private cremation has taken place.