WEEDON, Derek (Staff Member 1974-1996)

It is with great sadness that we share the news that former CHS Head of Geography, Mr Derek Weedon, passed away peacefully on Monday 24 March, aged 89, following a long period of ill health.

Derek's daughter, Emma (Class of 1996), has provided the following obituary:

Derek joined Cheadle Hulme School in 1974 and spent many happy years as Head of Geography until his retirement in 1996. His passion for the subject was evident to everyone, whether he was discussing the weather, plate tectonics, or coastal erosion. His love for geography continued throughout his retirement, where he spent many hours reading and writing notes on a wide range of topics.

Derek moved away from Cheadle Hulme in 2012 and spent his final years living in Chesterfield. Although he kept in touch with some of his former colleagues and cherished their friendships, ill health made it difficult for him to stay connected with many.

He is survived by his four children - Ruth, Rachel, Emma, and David – all former pupils at Cheadle Hulme School.