DERKSEN; Bill. Bill passed away suddenly. He and his wife have lived in Abbotsford for the past 68 years. He was born in McMann, Saskatchewan. Bill will be remembered by all as someone who always was quick to lend a hand, humble, hardworking, selfless and who stood up for what he believed. He was respected by all. Bill loved to build and fix things and he really enjoyed hockey. He was a devoted family man. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy, his son Miles (Barbara), daughter Michelle, grand-children Dezrae, Rachel, Karly, Miles, Miriam and Anthony. No service by request.