Celebration of Life – Derek Hatfield

Hatfield Celebration

Sept 6, 2016

TRIPLE RTW CANADIAN OCEAN RACER DEREK HATFIELD

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 15.00-18.00 CANADIAN LEGION # 49

Please join us on September 10th, 2016 from 15.00 – 18.00 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 49 at 21 Pond St., Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.

Welcome are close friends, business associates and members of our extended family. All are welcome to bring memories, motivations and warm stories.

Hospitality service will be provided. If you are unable to attend sentiments may be forwarded to memorial@spiritofcanada.net.

 

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