Derek Rate known as RAT

Derek Rate known as RAT (4 May 1954 - 23 Aug 2021)

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Location
Mansfield Crematorium Thoresby Chapel Derby Road Mansfield NG18 5BJ
Date
10th Sep 2021
Time
3.15pm
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Location
HAMC Ashfield 1 Churchmead, Blackwell Rd, Huthwaite, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 2RN
Date
10th Sep 2021
Time
5pm

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In loving memory of Derek Rate known as RAT who sadly passed away on 23rd August 2021

Lesley Farrands wrote

Three years have passed since you left us but you are fondly remembered.

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Sarah Anderson wrote

I remember going to rock city at 16 rat would'nt let me in walked away went back was'nt there walked in remember him as i got older really nice guy happy to chat will be sadly missed rip rat xxx

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  • Just read this notice , very Sad news . My mum and dad had the new cross Sutton , Rat's family were pals with mine . I used to chat to Rat at Rock city every weekend , many years . safe travels pal Jon S

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Elli Humphries wrote

Fly high big man. AFFA

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Ange Clarke wrote

Rest in peace Rat xx

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Brett Rogers wrote

R I P Rat

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Lesley Farrands wrote

To a very dear friend of thirty five years. We had some laughs along the way.
Will miss you. Farewell Lovable Rogue. AFFA Lesley xxxxxxxxxxx

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Steven Ulyatt wrote

Commiserations to all who knew Rat. A great character. From all involved with gig nights at The Shoulder of Mutton in Hardstoft.

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  • Thank you. Being in the US- I am extremely grateful for this 💜

    Posted by Elli on 11/09/2021 Report abuse
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Richard Tavernor wrote

Was a pleasure working with you at Rock city and knowing all your fellow crew. From Ex door men Rich Tav,Micky lane, Tony downing. RIP

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Derek Rate known as RAT