DEVOY, Robert (Bob).  On Friday, April 23, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved husband of Ellen, much loved father of Lee and David Ruffles; and Pieta and Nick Empson.  Cherished Grandad of Sam, Ben, Fin and Jasper, whom he proudly loved and adored.  He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. ‘A gentle nature, A heart of Gold, these are the memories we will all hold’. The family sincerely thank Dr Alison Wooding for her exceptional care of Bob.  Messages to the family of the late Bob Devoy, c/- P O Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nurse Maude Association in memory of Bob, would be appreciated.

  A celebration of Bob’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, on Thursday, April 29 at 2.00 pm.  Private cremation thereafter.