SMITH, John Francis

(late of Orepuki and Waimahaka):

Suddenly at home, after a long illness, on Sunday 12 July 2026, in his 84th year. Dearly loved husband of Marjory (née Paisley). Loved father of Paul Smith, and Debbie Smith. Adored and loved grandad of Scarlett, Brock, Summer, and Jake. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Kevin*, Barry*, Trevor*, Patricia and Stan* Murdoch, Denise Smith, Gail and Alan Paisley, Noeline and Bryan Hartstonge, Garry and Andrea Smith, and a loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, on Wednesday 15 July at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 12A/40 O’Byrne Street, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810.