
Thursday, 23 April 2026
On April 17, 2026, Derek passed away peacefully at Banbury Park Care Centre. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Pat), and adored father and best friend of Debbie Haywood, and Andrew Brunt.
âJesus holds him in his hands â we hold him in our heartsâ
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A true gentleman, now at peace. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Banbury Park Care Centre for their empathy, care, kindness, and respect.
Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Derek Brunt, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Derekâs life will be held in the Papanui Seventh-day Adventist Church, 13 Grants Road, Papanui, Tomorrow, (Thursday), at 11.00am. Burial to follow at Avonhead Park Cemetery.
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