SWFS - Key Persons

Charles joined SWFS in of Cook Island descent and holds Reg F.D M.N.Z.E.A Qualifications

Derek purchased SWFS in 2011, having previously worked as Managing Director since 2003. He began his career in the funeral profession in 1990 and worked for funeral companies in Gisborne, Hawera, Lower Hutt, Porirua, and Te Awamutu. He is Waikato�s most experienced funeral practitioner in funeral directing and embalming and proudly holds Reg F.D, and M.N.Z.E.A Qualifications, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Auckland University. He is a former New Zealand Cadet Force officer and an active member of the Putaruru Rotary club where he has been president for three terms. Derek, his wife Erin, and daughter live in the district on a small lifestyle property in the heart of our community.