Daphne Laura Devery

14th November 1946 - 19th August 2023
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Service Details
St Theresa's Catholic Church,
Perth Street,
Invercargill
Wednesday 23 August 2023, 1:00PM

DEVERY, Daphne Laura (nee Phillips) Unexpectedly but peacefully, surrounded by family at Christchurch Hospital on Saturday 19th August 2023 aged 76. Dearly beloved wife of Vin. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Richelle and Craig Holland, Maria, Jason and Celia. Very special Gran of Brayden, Dylan, Kyron and Briarlee. “Forever in our hearts” RIP A Requiem Mass for Daphne will be celebrated in St Theresa’s Catholic Church, Perth Street, Invercargill at 1pm on Wednesday, 23 August, and followed by an invitation to share further memories of Daphne over light refreshments. Messages may be sent to 32 Salford Street, Invercargill 9810, or to Daphne’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where you may also access a Livestream link to view the service.

DEVERY, Daphne Laura (nee Phillips) Dearly loved daughter of the late George and Edna. Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Elsie and the late Trevor, Russell and Valerie, the late Raymond and Pat, the late Valerie and Gordon Turnbull and George Dixon, Allan and the late Marie Glover, Kaye Phillips, Siitia Leti and Ali Tagomoa. A loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews.

DEVERY, Daphne Laura (nee Phillips) Dearly loved daughter in law of the late William and Vera Devery. Beloved sister in law of the late Len and Bell, the late Dot and Derek Fairbairn, Marion and the late Ian McRae, the late Ron, the late Allan and Nora, the late Shirley and Allan Bennie, Daphne and the late Ray, the late Kate and Wattie Todd, Robin and the late Elaine Faulkner, Arthur and Pauline, the late Kevin and Marion, Colin and Lynn, the late Angela McKerchar, Sharon and Murray Wood. A loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews.

Messages

May all the very special memories give you comfort in knowing Daph, was a very special lady, full of fun! Loved her family,friends, caravan, horses! And of course her casino. You will be deeply missed, and will leave a big hole in the tight knit family. Love to you all.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Sharryn, Invercargill
Richelle and family, so sad to hear the news. Your mum was a lovely kind woman. I'll be thinking of you all and hope you get comfort in recalling the stories from over the years.
Rose Davis, Invercargill
To All the family of Daphne
We were very sorry to hear that Daphne has passed away.
She was a lovely person and we always enjoyed her company.
Cherish your lovely memories of Daphne.
Carol and Rex Baxter, Alexandra
Simon and I have such wonderful memories of a very kind, thoughtful and humorous lady. Camping at Arrowtown won’t be the same. To Vin, Kaye and families, our thoughts are with you all. Heaven has gained a special star.
Corina & Simon Gutschlag, Nelson
I was shocked to read of Daphne’s passing. Sending my condolences to you Vin and your family. Also to Daphne’s sister Kaye. I remember my mum Lorna, mentioning Daphne often after her visits to see her at Rowena Jackson. Such a kind lady. So sorry for your loss.
Jill Baxter ( McDowall ), Richmond Nelson
Richelle I was sad to hear the news of your Beautiful Mothers passing. May all your treasured memories of her warms your hearts through the hard times. Sending love to you all.
xXx 💞
Tina, Invercargill
Vin and family,please accept our deepest sympathy on the death of Daphne. Always a happy lady at the trots. Wayne &Lesley Deegan.
WDeegan, Gold Coast Australia.
Vin and family so sorry to hear of the passing of Daphne, always enjoyed meeting Daphne at the yearling sales in Christchurch and having chats with her. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Judith and Lindsay Blackmore
Judith Blackmore, Rolleston Christchurch
To Vin and family, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of Daphne. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Regards Carol and Bevan
Carol Brown, Makarewa
Your Mum was a very special lady Maria and Rochelle. We send our love and prayers for you both and the family, happiest memories, love from Debbie and Ross McCallum, Alexandra
Debbie and Ross McCallum, Alexandra
So sad and sorry to see that Daphne has passed away unexpectedly. She was such a lovely lady, with a beautiful big welcoming smile. Thinking of you all at this time.
Jackie Woodward , Invercargill
Richelle ,Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time
Sue and Tim Burns, Invercargill
I'm so sorry I could not be there in person today. My love to you all. Daphne was the life of the party, lots of fun, a great sense of humor, the biggest smile. Most of all she loved her family.
Thinking of you all.
Ali Little, Christchurch
Deepest sympathy to Vin and all the family !
You will all miss her smiley face and humor !
Thinking of u all ‘ regards’
From Lynda and Wayne Arrowtown
Lynda & Wayne Pierce , Arrowtown
Deepest sympathy to Vin and all the family !
You will all miss her smiley face and humor !
Thinking of u all ‘ regards’
From Lynda and Wayne Arrowtown
Lynda & Wayne Pierce , Arrowtown
You super special lady, you. We adore you, we love, we miss you always. XXX
Simpson Family , Winton