Tessa Chen
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Tessa Chen
Graphic Designer
Central Auckland
I started out as a graphic designer in the tech sector, then moved into freelance before joining Davis. I was drawn to the role because I wanted to use design in a way that feels purposeful and supportive during important moments in people’s lives. Outside of work, I enjoy digital illustration and photography as a way to keep exploring creativity in different forms. I’m also a gamer and I love playing indie or adventure/puzzle games with friends.
Jessica Cormack
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Jessica Cormack
Funeral Director
Central Auckland
I’ve spent much of my career in accounting and administration across a range of industries. In 2021, I joined the funeral industry and quickly realised I’d found the right path.
Losing my father gave me an even deeper understanding of how important compassion, care, and support are during difficult times. I’m passionate about helping families navigate grief with kindness, professionalism, and respect, while creating meaningful opportunities to honour and celebrate their loved ones.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my children, family, and friends, and making the most of opportunities to relax and recharge.
Tarsha Brind
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Tarsha Brind
Funeral Director
Central Auckland
Tarsha joined Davis Funeral Care in early 2023 after more than a decade in retail management. After experiencing the death of her brother, Tarsha decided she wanted to explore the funeral industry. She took a leap of faith and has never looked back. Families are at the heart of everything Tarsha does. She believes that funerals mark the significance of the life that was lived, help us to embrace the wonder of both life and death and bring together people who care about each other in an atmosphere of love and support. Outside of work, Tarsha likes to spend time listening to music, baking, walking, eating copious amounts of chocolate and spending time with her family.
Chris Jorgensen
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Chris Jorgensen
Cremator Operator
Central Auckland
Christian undertook work experience in a funeral home during his last year of school. Once his education was complete, he joined the funeral industry for good. When he’s not working for Davis, Christian loves to travel. A Brit by birth, he’s been a New Zealander since he was 2 years old and is fluent in Kiwi-isms.
Rachel Dang
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Rachel Dang
Graphic Designer
Central Auckland
Rachel joined the team at Davis mid 2022 and finds that using her artistic talent to help families create a lasting memory is extremely rewarding. When she’s not at work, Rachel spends time illustrating, meditating and doing yoga.
Dale Neil
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Dale Neil
Receptionist – Pakuranga
East Auckland
Dale is usually your first point of contact at our Pakuranga branch. Due to her own personal losses and having spent time with terminally ill children and their bereaved parents, she has an understanding and empathy with grieving families. She believes it’s a privilege to be of service to families at such a difficult time. Dale’s weekends are often spent being the team photographer at her grown children’s various sporting and academic events.
Melissa Worsnop
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Melissa Worsnop
Embalmer
Central Auckland
I joined the funeral industry because I love being able to help families in their most crucial time of need. It is the most rewarding type of work and I’m so proud to be part of the Davis team. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my cat Otis, creating art and adventuring in other countries.
Bruce Hendrie
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Bruce Hendrie
Funeral Director’s Assistant
Central Auckland
Since February 2011, Bruce has been a part of the Davis team. He brings many years of experience, including time at National Bank. Born and bred on the ‘sunset coast’ of Waiuku, he has a wide range of activities that end in ‘ing’ that he participates in. From gardening, fishing and diving to hiking and hunting.
Shane Dormer
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Shane Dormer
Registered Funeral Director
Central Auckland
Shane started in the funeral industry in 1989 as a Funeral Director’s Assistant and has worked in Auckland, Whangarei, Nelson and Melbourne. Now after 33 years Shane is with Davis and based at our Central Auckland branch. Shane sees it as a privilege to be able to support families at one of their most difficult times and prides himself on making the process as simple as possible. In his spare time, Shane enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 adult boys as well as keeping fit and working out.
Aaron Gray
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Aaron Gray
Mortuary Services Manager/Registered Funeral director/Embalmer
Central Auckland
Aaron has been a funeral director and embalmer for over 25 years. He’s worked in New Zealand and overseas and in both family and corporate owned businesses. For Aaron, his work is all about making a painful experience a little easier. Outside of work Aaron enjoys music and family holidays.
Troy Rehua
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Troy Rehua
Branch Manager – Henderson, Funeral Director and Embalmer
Central Auckland
Troy was introduced to the funeral industry through a school work experience programme. He joined us in 2012 and since then has held a range of roles. He’s proud of the roles the embalmer and funeral director play in the funeral service and thinks upholding the dignity of those who pass is of utmost importance. Outside of work, he loves to grab a beer with mates, fishing and spending time at the family farm in Rangiriri.
Karen Earl
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Karen Earl
Marketing and Creative Design Services Manager
Central Auckland
Karen joined the Davis team in October 2019, excited to have the opportunity to combine marketing with her long time interest in the funeral industry. Being able to inform families and showcase the services that Davis has to offer is something Karen is proud of. In her spare time Karen enjoys live music as well as spending time with her husband and teenage children.
Dani Noyer
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Dani Noyer
Administration Team Manager/Registered Funeral Director
Central Auckland
Dani started in the funeral industry in 2017 and instantly knew that funeral directing was her calling. She finds it very special to work alongside families at the most delicate of times. Outside of work, being a mother of 2 keeps her very busy but she still finds time to enjoy her friends and other family as well as watching league and listening to music.
Roz Williams
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Roz Williams
Operations Manager/Registered Funeral Director
Central Auckland
Roz first became involved in the funeral profession in 1999. In 2001 she and her husband Martin opened their own funeral home in South Auckland where in she gained the National Diploma in Funeral Directing. In 2018 Roz joined the Davis Funerals team. Roz finds helping families at such a challenging time, both fulfilling and rewarding. Outside of work she loves to read and spend time with family and friends.
Michael Powell
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Michael Powell
General Manager/Registered Funeral Director
Central Auckland
Following a lengthy global corporate career, Michael returned to New Zealand in 2016, and seized the opportunity to join the Funeral Service industry, an industry which nearly became a career for him when he was much younger. Michael considers his current role an honour; leading the dedicated and talented team at Davis and ensuring that at all times we deliver meaningful service and support to families when it is most needed, as well as ensuring Davis continues its proud support and sponsorship of community programmes and organisations across the greater Auckland area. Michael holds the National Diploma in Funeral Directing.
