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Millie Laurent

Funeral Director

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Millie was born and raised in Taranaki on a small lifestyle block, she made the move to Auckland 8 years ago and hasn’t looked back. She’s held varied roles in her lifetime, from administration, to Luxury Travel Advisor, and most recently Graphic design. Wanting to give back to the community, she’s landed at Davis as a Funeral Director. Millie brings to her role a deep level of empathy and her ability to get on with all walks of life to help families through the most trying of times.Outside of work you will find Millie painting, or indulging in the sport of MMA.

Mel Dobbie

Funeral Director’s Assistant

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Mel is a mum of four children and also a grandmother. I joined Davis as I wanted to do something different that makes a difference and possibly helps others.

I very much enjoy working at Davis Funeral care as they have very high standards and always show care and compassion towards family’s that have lost loved ones.

Stella Tither

Funeral Director

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Stella is new to the funeral industry and joined Davis in June of 2025 after returning to New Zealand from living in Canada where she worked as a ski instructor. Stella finds funeral director rewarding in many ways. Outside of work she enjoys skiing, reading, spending time with family and friends and loves doing anything that gets her outdoors.

Tubruq Upoko-Doyle

Funeral Director’s Assistant

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Tubruq graduated school at the end of 2024 and joined the Davis Team in October of 2025. Tubruq wanted to work at Davis because he has a passion for helping people in need. He has found that one of the things he likes best is working with the Davis team.

Sally Coleman

Funeral Director

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Sally joined Davis Funerals in early 2025, beginning a new chapter in her life after a career in the creative industries. Drawn to the way funerals help families honour their loved ones, Sally brings to her role a calm and wise combination of genuine empathy, gently timed humour, and her lived experience of deep care for family and friends at both ends of life.

Outside of work, she’s a proud mum to two girls and enjoys running with her dog, Flo, being #1 support crew for her daughters equestrian journey , and being with friends and whānau. She also keeps her hand in jewellery making, pottery and landscape gardening.

Miyuki Rea

Funeral Director’s Assistant

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Before starting at Davis in 2024, I was a florist for 10 years. I specifically wanted to be in a role where I was helping people. The Funeral Director’s assistant position allows me to do that and it’s an honour to be part of bringing people into our care once they have passed.
Outside of work, I enjoy movies and documentaries and hold a special place in my heart for Greyhounds.

Emmy Lou Monty

Funeral Director’s Assistant

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After traveling abroad, upon returning to New Zealand, I wanted to engage in work that felt rooted in purpose, which is how I found my way to Davis. Being a member of the team is a fulfilling, rewarding and motivating experience made greater in the knowledge that families are cared for and supported in a time of loss. Outside of work I enjoy finding new coffee spots with friends, spending time with family and nature walks.