Desrae MURPHY

On 18 July 2026 suddenly in Rotorua, aged 84. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of the late Patrick. Together again after 41 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carolyn and Allan, Robert and Crystal, Kathryn and Steve, Gavin and Vanessa, and Kevin and Tracy. Adored and proud Nana, and friend of Freya and Dylan, Cassie and Marcus, Patrick, Jayden and Lily, Ryan, Zack, Keira, Hunter, and Elena. Much loved "Nana Desrae" to George and Poppy. A huge thanks to all those special people who have looked out for and supported Desrae. While flowers are respectfully declined, donations to Rotorua Community Hospice, an organisation Desrae was passionate about, are most welcome. https://rotoruahospice.co.nz/donate/ A service to celebrate Desrae's life will be held at St John's Presbyterian Church, 44 Victoria Street, Rotorua on Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 11am followed by burial at Kauae Cemetery. If you are unable to attend Desrae's service but would like to join via the livestream, please contact Gavin on 027 443 2538.