Daphne was born in Goldsboro, NC to William J. Grice and Eunice D. Grice. She was a long time resident of St. Simons Island where she retired with her late husband, George E. Parmelee, USAF.
Daphne was a devoted Air Force wife, and a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her passions in life always included family and her faith. Daphne enjoyed her animals and other pets, many that she rescued, and was an avid grower of many beautiful garden plants.
She is survived by two sisters, Susan Grice Leonard of High Point, NC, and Jane Grice Moudy of Midland, TX; three daughters, Cynthia Parmelee (Butch) of Kennesaw, GA, Sandra Parmelee Rafolski (Walter) of Brunswick, GA and Debra Parmelee Selander (Carl) of Cayce, SC.; six grandchildren, Lacey Denyea Nelson, David Nelson, Rebecca Rafolski McKenzie (Christopher), Rachel Rafolski Marat (Cole), Chaz Quarterman (Kacey) and Chelsea Jones and six great grandchildren.
Her memory will be forever cherished, never forgotten. May she rest in peace in Heaven, joining many loving family members who await her.
The family would like to say Thank You to the staff at Thrive for taking such good care of DG during her stay!
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at 11:00 am at Oglethorpe Memorial Gardens on St. Simons Island with Rev. Gareth Allcott officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. www.alz.org
