Death Notices
Death

SMITH, Robert Stuart (aka RS and Stu)

(Reg. No. 14554 RNZN). On January 10, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Gaylene and the late Hilda. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Garry, Debbie, Coralanne, Steve, Wayne, Joanne, Paul, Faith, Aaron, Melissa, Mat, Murray and the late Rosemary. Much loved and respected grandfather, great-grandfather, shipmate and friend to many. Special thanks to GP, Simon and the team and to the Nurse Maude staff who provided exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St John’s Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages may be addressed to the family at PO Box 19714, Woolston 8241. A celebration of Stu’s life will
be held at the Papanui RSA, 55 Bellvue Ave, on Monday, January 16, at 1.00pm, followed by an interment
in the Waimairi Cemetery, Grahams Rd, Christchurch.