Derek Hatfield Children's Fund
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In tragic news, Canada and the sailing world has lost a national hero, his two young children have lost a loving father, and his wife has lost a life partner.
On Saturday, July 30, 2016 famed Spirit of Canada round the world (RTW) single handed sailor, Derek Hatfield, died suddenly after a brief illness.
As an intrepid ocean adventurer and the first Canadian to twice circumnavigate the globe, Derek was dedicated to the creation of now successful mentorship programs and served as an inspiration for young sailors both nationally and internationally. Derek's zest for life and love of the sea, however, was only surpassed by his committment to his wife Patianne and children, Sarah, 11 and Ben, 8. He did not, however, expect this last voyage to come about so suddenly.
To show our appreciation for all the Derek did for thousands of followers, to ensure that the home Derek was about to build for his family is completed, and in the true 'Spirit of Canada ' friends of the Hatfield family have now set up this GoFundMe page - The Derek Hatfield Children's Fund.
We thank you wholeheartedly for contributing and ask that you share this page with friends and colleagues.
On Saturday, July 30, 2016 famed Spirit of Canada round the world (RTW) single handed sailor, Derek Hatfield, died suddenly after a brief illness.
As an intrepid ocean adventurer and the first Canadian to twice circumnavigate the globe, Derek was dedicated to the creation of now successful mentorship programs and served as an inspiration for young sailors both nationally and internationally. Derek's zest for life and love of the sea, however, was only surpassed by his committment to his wife Patianne and children, Sarah, 11 and Ben, 8. He did not, however, expect this last voyage to come about so suddenly.
To show our appreciation for all the Derek did for thousands of followers, to ensure that the home Derek was about to build for his family is completed, and in the true 'Spirit of Canada ' friends of the Hatfield family have now set up this GoFundMe page - The Derek Hatfield Children's Fund.
We thank you wholeheartedly for contributing and ask that you share this page with friends and colleagues.
Organizer
Patianne Verburgh
Organizer
Mahone Bay, NS