Derek MacDonald (Scotland)

Billy Murdoch · Post by **Billy Murdoch** » 7 Apr 2013 1:57 am

It is with heavy heart and great sadness I write to note the passing of a very dear friend.
Derek passed this morning at eight thirty.
He had been in hospice since Tuesday last and remained in good spirits until Friday and then slept until passing.
Derek was a quiet unassuming Man,He visited the TSGA show almost every Year and made many friends there,once met,He was immediately liked,He was a lovely man who will be missed by anyone who knew Him.
I think it is true that on returning from each of His many visits to Dallas He brought a new pedal steel home.
Sincere condolences to His lovely Daughter Celia and her Husband Paul who looked after Him so well.
A special message of condolence to His best friend Allan Thompson who truly loved Derek like a Brother.
Billy

Archie Nicol R.I.P. · Post by **Archie Nicol R.I.P.** » 7 Apr 2013 2:45 am

So sorry to hear that, mate. Please pass on our condolences.

June and Archie.

Fred Justice · Post by **Fred Justice** » 7 Apr 2013 2:46 am

I hate to hear this news even though we knew it was coming, doesn't make it any easier.
My condolences to Celia & Paul, and all of Derek's friends.
I pray that Derek knew the Lord, and pray for his peaceful rest. May God bless you all.

Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 7 Apr 2013 2:56 am

Derek was a good man and he was missed at Dallas this year. We said a prayer for him in Commonwealth Corner. He's now out of pain. Thoughts are with his friends and family up north.

Malcolm McMaster · Post by **Malcolm McMaster** » 7 Apr 2013 3:16 am

Derek was a great guy, had the pleasure of bringing him a new guitar from Fred Justice the Dallas show this year as he was too ill to travel.Will miss his cheeky smile and lovely calm friendly nature, you always found him the same way,a real gentleman who will be sadly missed by the steel family and everyone who knew him, my thoughts are with his family and those close to him. Malcolm

Manfred Schall · Post by **Manfred Schall** » 7 Apr 2013 3:27 am

I am really sad to read this.
He was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him.
RIP my friend.
Sincere condolences to the family.

Manfred

Chippy Wood · Post by **Chippy Wood** » 7 Apr 2013 6:53 am

Sylvia and I were greatly saddened to hear of Derek's passing, he wiil be sadly missed, condolences to his family.

Ivan Posa · Post by **Ivan Posa** » 7 Apr 2013 1:08 pm

I had the pleasure of sharing a room at the Red Roof Inn with Derek in 2012. A lovely man with a great sense of humour. My condolences to his family.Rest in Peace Derek.

Bill McKillop · Post by **Bill McKillop** » 7 Apr 2013 1:08 pm

So sad to hear about Derek. I only met him once and that was last year in Dallas. On the few days I spent in his company, he came across as a real nice genuine guy.
I knew from from what Billy Murdoch was telling me that he was ill but it comes as no less a shock to hear of his passing.
I'll keep in memory our last night together when we all went to the Double Tree for a steak. Of course, Derek was encouraging us all to have a nice glass of wine with our meal and when we agreed Derek ordered up for us. When the wine came, it was large glasses all round. We all had a great night that night and I'm glad that I got to enjoy Derek's company on that occasion.
I couldn't help thinking today that that's another nice guy that the steel guitar fraternity has lost. One too many in my opinion!

bruce fischer · Post by **bruce fischer** » 7 Apr 2013 1:31 pm

our condolences to the family and all the friends.............
bruce & lynn

Ivan Posa · Post by **Ivan Posa** » 7 Apr 2013 3:49 pm

Here is a pic from the 2011 Convention of the 3 crazy Scots. Derek is on the left.

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 7 Apr 2013 4:25 pm

Oh, I'm very sorry to hear this news. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed by many.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 8 Apr 2013 1:06 pm

Very sad, if not unexpected news, please pass on my condolences to his family for me Billy.... I too have many fond memories of enjoying Derek's company at Dallas, he was a lovely bloke and will be missed by everyone who knew him. RIP mate

Wayne Franco · Post by **Wayne Franco** » 8 Apr 2013 6:09 pm

Derek was such a great guy. I always looked forward to hanging with Derek and all you guys every bit as much as listening to the music. My deepest condolence to his family and all his friends that will miss him so much.

Wayne Franco

Ted Nesbitt · Post by **Ted Nesbitt** » 9 Apr 2013 4:05 am

One of the nicest guys you could ever meet. Such a loss. We had great times in Dallas. Derek will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. My heart goes out to his family and circle of friends.

R.I.P. my friend

Louie Hallford · Post by **Louie Hallford** » 9 Apr 2013 6:43 pm

Sorry to hear of the death of Derek.
Always looked forward to seeing Derek ,Ted, and the other loyal TSGA supporters from The United Kingdom at Dallas every year.

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Derek MacDonald (Scotland)

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I am so very sad about this terrable news

Derek