Obituary of Derek Lawrence Groves

Peacefully surrounded by family, at University Hospital, on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at the age of 70. Loving husband of Laura (Dockstader) for 23 years. Loving father of Julie Bondy (Matt), Ken Groves (Jennifer), Krystal Jones (Stephen), and Grandpa of Tiffany, Ariel (Kam), Judah, Nathan and Christopher. He is survived by his sister Rhonda Blanchette (Dan), and his brothers Stuart (Heidi), Paul (Vicky), and Denis (Elaina). Predeceased by his mother, Carol Groves; father, Ronald Groves; and brother, Christopher Groves. Loved by father-in-law and mother-in-law Cam and Jacquie Dockstader, and his sister-in-law Cathryn Dockstader (Michael Crowley). Also loved by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A visitation will be held on Friday, March 29, 2019, from 7:00 ~ 9:00 p.m., at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where a celebration of Derek’s life will be conducted on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. A reception and time for fellowship will follow the service. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Derek are asked to consider ALS Canada.