WILSON: Derek of Lucan, formerly of Hamilton and Northern Ireland
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On June 22, 2026 @ 1:29 PM In Lucan, Obituary | 35 Comments
The family of Derek Wilson is deeply saddened to announce his peaceful passing, into the presence of his Lord and Saviour on June 21, 2026, with his loving wife Jeanette (nee McBride) of 61 years by his side. He was loved and cherished by his children Pamela and Christopher (Talise). Devoted Granda to Ella and Owen Orlic, Scarlett and Quinn Wilson. Dear son of the late William and Phyllis Wilson of Belfast. Dear brother to sister Doreen (Martyn) McCready and brother Alan (Janet) Wilson of Belfast. Brother-in-law to Lucinda (Raymond) Marks, of Caledonia and beloved uncle to Richard, David, Karen, Stephen, Gary and Joanne.
Derek was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He immigrated with his family, to Canada in 1977, residing in Hamilton for 44 years and relocating to Lucan, Ontario for the past 5. He had a dedicated career in Slater Steel for 30 years, was a talented artist, lover of aviation, avid traveler and lifelong learner.
Derek and Jeanette were members of Philpott Church in Hamilton Ontario for 42 years, where he served on the board of Elders and several committees. His time spent in the Nursery was the highlight of many a Sunday. After moving to Lucan, they were welcomed into Community Bible Church, where Derek was privileged to have served on the Elders Team.
Derek’s gracious nature, his God-given wisdom, love and integrity, flowed through every facet of his life. His dedication to his faith, and especially his sense of humor, earned him the love and respect of so many.
Family was at the heart of everything Derek did and he cherished every single moment he spent with those he loved most.
A celebration of Derek’s life will be held at the Community Bible Church, 24294 Adelaide Street North, LUCAN (corner of Highway 7 and Adelaide St. N.) on Saturday, June 27th at 12:30 PM. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to the service, followed by a light reception.
If you are unable to attend the service in person, the family invites you watch the service live by visiting https://www.communitybible.ca/livestream/.
In leu in flowers, if those so wish, donations to Jessica’s House Hospice are welcomed. The family would like to acknowledge the outstanding compassionate care provided by all staff at such a difficult time.
Condolences for the family of “WILSON: Derek of Lucan, formerly of Hamilton and Northern Ireland”
So sorry to hear of Derick’s passing. A well respected member of our condo settlement. May the good memories carry you though these very difficult times.
Dear Jeanette and family
I was deeply saddened to hear of Derek’s passing.
Please accept my deepest condolences and deepest sympathie.
My heart goes out to you all..🩷. Maria Orlic
Wilson family so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing deepest condolences.
neighbour unit 13
Hi Wilson family- my sincere thoughts and prayers to you all in these days. I have always remembered Derek’s kindness to my Dad in his last day’s of his own battle with cancer nearly 30 years ago now.
Chris- you demonstrated that same compassion to me in those final hours of very difficult days and it was always clear that the strengths and qualities of the father were passed down and lived out by the son.
We are all better off for having had the privilege of knowing Derek and I know he is living in paradise and I look forward to seeing him again one day.
Love and prayers to you all.
Mr Wilson, you gave a million GOOD dinners, pool parties, sleep overs, pieces of advice, laughs, deadpan looks, drives home, conversations, questions to ponder, cans of Wink, seats beside you at church, seats beside you at weddings, communion cups, trip to Myrtle Beach, text messages, times to pray for mutual friends, Easter dinners, board game nights, Beta movie nights, funny conversations with my Dad, phone counseling…….and even one ridiculous trip to Tobermory to kick-start a career in modeling for Pamela and me.
Forever my Second Dad
💔 Angie (Patsas/Hamilton)
Thinking of u all, he was a great man, loved his family dearly, and will be missed by all who had the honour of meeting him. Our condolences to his family and friends as the mourn such an amazing man.
Deeply touched by Derek and Jeanette, their love and faith and joy. We sit quietly with you, in love and prayer.
Doug and Ruth Loveday
My condolence to Jeanette and family for the loss of Derick. Going to miss him. and his ambitious ways
Chris, Talise, & Pam I am so sorry for your loss. I only have the pleasure of meeting your dad a couple of times but he was wonderful. Please reach out if you need anything. I don’t know if I will be able to attend the service but you are in my thoughts and prayers. we love you very much.
It was a privilege to get to know Derek he made a huge impact on our lives in a few short vists. Grace and love surrounded him and we all could feel it x
Jeanette and family
We are so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Jeanette and Family
We rejoice with you all and we r sad at the same time for this sudden loss of such a wonderful faithful follower of his Faith in CHRIST!!!! He will be missed here but we will meet again in the heaven to rejoice with the LORD!! Peace be with you all as you celebrate his life! Prayers for all!
Sad to hear of my cousin Derek’s passing.. Glad we were able to meet up with you both when you were home here on holiday . ..I will treasure the copies of Derek’s art work that he sent to me,…a really lovely, gentle man with a great talent …..
Dear Jeanette and family our thoughts are with you. Derek was a gentleman in every sense of the word. It was a privilage to have known him.
Love, Neill & Pat
So sorry and saddened to hear of Derek’s passing. Because of my Irish background
and our trip to Ireland a couple of years ago we shared some wonderful memories. Our condolences to all the family. Murray & Gerry Merrett Unit 25
Dear Jeanette and family
We were deeply saddened and heartbroken to hear this morning of Derek’s passing.
Please accept our deepest condolences, we had the pleasure of meeting Derek and Janet on a cruise and will cherish great moments and particularly his sense of humour.
While our friendship was new, we valued the time we spent together both on the cruise and in Montreal.
We looked forward to chatting with Jeanette and Derrick after the service each Sunday. Loved hearing that Irish lilt in their voice. It reminded me of my Irish grandparents. He will be missed
Jeanette we are saddened by your loss. Derek was such a gentleman and we loved him.
Dear Jeanette and Family
Our sincerest sympathy on the home call of Derek – from us and all your friends here in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
We have very special memories of Derek from our time at the Irish Baptist College in the late 1960’s.
It has been so good to have had renewed fellowship with you both over the years on your special visits to the Emerald Isle ☘️
It is a joy to know that you and Derek have been such a blessing to so many others since you immigrated in 1977.
Our love, thoughts and our prayers are with you all at this time. May the many expressions of care and support, no matter how inadequately conveyed, be a source of comfort to you all in the days ahead.
The Psalmist says… “The Lord will give strength to His people; the Lord will bless His people with peace” Psalm 29v11. May you all know that peace in the midst of all that you are journeying through.
Beryl & Peter Quigley & Friends – Belfast, Northern Ireland
It’s so sad to hear this news.
Derek was my friend, I will miss him so much, I hope to meet him on heaven.
I will pray for his lovely wife.
Dear Jeanette and Family,
Sending all our love and prayers at this very sad time.
Annette & Des Mullan
Australia 💙
Jeanette we are thinking of you and your family at this sad time. We are only two doors away if you need anything. Derek will be missed!
I had the privilege of working with Derek as maintenance supervisors in the mill area of Slater Steel for many years. His gentle nature, faith, and wisdom established a work environment envied and respected by many staff. I have many memories of late nights together after shutdowns and breakdowns. His cartoons poking fun at of both staff and maintenance workers are for those of us involved, everlasting.
It was an honor and a privilege to partner with him. The world has lost a good man
Jeanette and the entire Wilson families
We were saddened to hear of Derek’s passing. He will be missing by his family, many friends and neighbours. Know you are in our prayers and thoughts at this difficult time. RIP Derek ☘️
Dear Jeanette and family
We were saddened to hear Derek had passed away so quickly. To be called home by The Father on Father’s Day will be remembered by his family always.
I’ve known you Jeanette for 73 years and I just loved to hear you were coming for a visit to N. Ireland. It was such a delight to meet up with you both.
Derek was such a gentleman and a delight to be in his company. We both loved him.
Sending you and your family our love and prayers.
Jeanette, Pamela, & Christopher, we want to express our sincere sympathy to each of you during this difficult time of Derek’s passing. We remember first meeting him back at the time when he was new at Philpott Church, when we were young adults at a get-together at the Church, and Derek displayed his humorous type of Irish laughter. Derek was an ambitious and dedicated Christian who continuously served in many capacities wherever and whenever there was a need. Derek was a very faithful servant of our Lord and Saviour. We pray that each of you will be encouraged and strengthened by leaning on your faith in Jesus.
Jeanette, Pamela, & Christopher, we want to express our sincere sympathy to each of you during this difficult time of Derek’s passing. We remember first meeting him back at the time when he was new at Philpott Church, when we were young adults at a get-together at the Church, and Derek displayed his humorous type of Irish laughter. Derek was an ambitious and dedicated Christian who continuously served in many capacities wherever and whenever there was a need. Derek was a very faithful servant of our Lord and Saviour. We pray that each of you will be encouraged and strengthened by leaning on your faith in Jesus.
Dear Jeanette and Family,
We were so sad to learn of Derek’s passing. He truly was one of life’s true gentlemen. Sending you all our deepest sympathy and keeping you all in our thoughts. Memories are ours for the keeping.
Joe Ferguson and family xx
Jeanette, Pam and Chris,
Wishing you comfort and peace in your loss. Truly, it was a distinct privilege to know Derek; a man of quiet integrity and a blessing to so very many. With much warmth,
Steve Baldry
Pam & Family, please accept my sincere condolence.
Keep your memories alive.
God Bless you all.🙏
Jeanette and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Derek’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God surround you with His peace, comfort, and strength.
Jeanette and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Derek’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God surround you with His peace, comfort, and strength.
Jeanette & family, We are sorry for your loss. Derek was a remarkable man of faith, humor, wisdom, hospitality and grace. We look forward to seeing Derek again, as we share our sure hope of eternity with Jesus.
We pray for God’s peace and comfort for you during this difficult season.
Earth’s loss is heaven’s gain.
Jeanette & family
I was so very sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. I only knew Derek for a short time, but I felt
I knew him forever. That’s just the kind of man he was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Dykeman
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Jeanette and family
We are so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.