Daphene Mattox Fisher

*Services will be held at the Bassett location, 1230 Oak Level Road, Bassett, Virginia.

Daphene Mattox Fisher, 63, of Bassett, Virginia, passed away October 14, 2026. She was born in Rocky Mount, Virginia, on October 15, 1962, to Eldean Mattox and the late Glenn Wilson Mattox.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ray and Sallie Willie Jones; grandmother, Gertrude Mattox; and very special friend, Terry Walker.

Daphene was raised in Scruggs Community, Virginia. She worked many years as a packer for VF Sportsware. She was married to Bobby for 15 years and loved spending time with her family, particularly making memories with her children and grandchildren. In quieter moments, Daphene expressed her creativity through sewing and crafting. She also enjoyed the beauty of sunflowers and hummingbirds.

She is survived by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Fisher; mother, Eldean Mattox; daughters, Tabitha Dunn (Ray), McKinzy Hodges Bowles (Billy); stepsons, Brad Fisher (Nikki) and John Fisher; eight grandchildren, Laken, Evan, Ava, Levi, Kennedy, and Jaxson; one sister, Becky (Dewey); favorite aunt and uncle, Peggy Mattox (Jerry); special aunt, Betty Staples; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Her memory will also be cherished by lifelong friends, Shirley Parker and Maxine Chaney; and a very special woman in her life, Virginia Hodges.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the wonderful staff at Mountian Valley Hospice whose love and care was unparalleled and ensured that Daphene’s final journey was filled with dignity and respect.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Wright Funeral Service Bassett Chapel with Pastor Richard Thomas officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Visitors are invited to the home after the service has concluded.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net.