Predeceased by his mother Julia Honke (Davis) and father Wilfred Honke, brother Russell Honke and brother-in-law George Paintin.
Left to mourn is his sister Heather Paintin, son Cory (Jean), nephew Shane Honke, niece Jenna Honke and great niece Georgia Honke as well as his sister-in-law Carla Moore-Honke, special friends Bobby Steel and John Pyro Patten. As well, uncles, aunties and cousins and many friends.
“Very special thanks to my Aunty Beatrice Mackie for always being there for me”
Honorary Pallbearers: Cory Taphorn, Bobby Steel and John (Pyro) Patten. Pallbearer: Shane Honke.
As per Derek’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside memorial will be held at a later date.
Thank you to the staff at Percy E Moore Hospital for the wonderful compassion and care.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Fisherton Cemetery in Derek’s name welcomed. C\O Eileen Thomas, Box 297, Fisherton, MB R0C 0Z0
