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Derek Alton Calnek

1962-2020

Derek Alton Calnek

Derek Alton Calnek - age 57, of New Minas, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2020 at home. Born in Annapolis, he was a son of Twila (Chute) Calnek, Port Williams and the late William "Alton" Calnek. Derek received his long haul trucking education in New Brunswick and spent a number of years on the road. He received Tech Training at CDI College and was later employed at Mack’s Mechanical out west. He owned and operated Stealth Oil Fields Services. Derek returned to Nova Scotia where he was employed with Staples in New Minas and enjoyed spending time with coworkers and customers in the tech department. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Jenna Calnek (Julien Bellefleur), Halifax; sister, Carla Calnek (Shannon Brewer), Granville Centre; brother, Wade (Lynn) Calnek, New Minas; several aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by niece, Jessica. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation, by request.  A graveside service celebrating Derek’s life will be held at a later date. Donations in memory may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. 

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Service Location
A graveside service celebrating Derek’s life will be held at a later date.

Visitation
There will be no visitation, by request.

Requested Charity
Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice