Daphne Wetmore

1933 - 2016

Daphne Hersey Wetmore, 82, of Naples, Florida, formerly of Hinsdale, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the evening of June 15, 2016. Daphne battled cancer with the strength, grace and dignity that she lived her life. She will be deeply missed by both family and friends alike. Daphne was born in Chicago, IL, November 27, 1933 the daughter of Edward L. Hersey and Beatrice Burnet. She attended Francis W. Parker School in Chicago, IL, Westover School in Middlebury, CT. and Wells College in Aurora, NY. She and her husband, Frank, moved to Hinsdale in 1959. Daphne was very generous with her time and active in a variety of charitable organizations. She was a Cub Scout leader as well as a Girl Scout leader. She volunteered in the library at Oak School where she shared her enthusiasm for reading. She spent many years supporting the Hinsdale Community House and chaired their antique show. She also volunteered for years at the Robert Crown Center and their golf tournament. Daphne was an active 50-year member of Grace Episcopal Church, volunteering in the Anglican Shop and singing in the choir for over 30 years. Daphne was a member of and a long time supporter of the John G. Shedd Aquarium, the Brookfield Zoo and the Chicago Golf Club in Wheaton, IL, where she met her husband. She was also a member of Hinsdale Golf Club. She is survived by her son Frank O. Wetmore III (Kim), and her daughter Lucia W. Wauterlek (Brent), nephews George E. Duffield and David H. Duffield, and grandson Franklin R. Wetmore. Her husband Frank O. Wetmore II preceded her in death. A private service was held in Naples, Florida. In lieu of flowers, donations in Daphne's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or AVOW Hospice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.fullernaples.com