Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband and friend of Sandra.  Much loved and loving father and father in law of Tara and Ken Chisholm, Owen and Rowena, Marsha, and the late Amber.  Treasured Grandad of Isaac, and Amelia; Oscar, and Lucy; and Isabella.  Messages to the Connelly family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.   At Derek’s request a private service will be held.