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Kerry Michael SMITH

1961 - 2024

BORN

1961

DIED

2024

Kerry SMITH Obituary

Born January 6, 1961. Passed away in the Wakatipu Basin on January 21, 2024, after a courageous and enduring battle. Adored by his family, Sandra (Kingsbury-Smith), Georgia, James, Jan, Tom, India, and Hugo. A loved son, brother, cousin, and uncle. A much-admired friend, builder, tennis player, and rugby fanatic. A service to celebrate Kerry's life will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024, 12.00pm, at the Lake Hayes Pavilion, 719 Lake Hayes-Arrow Junction Highway.
"Moi mai rā - Rest in Peace"


Published by Southland Times from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Kerry SMITH

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32 Entries

Gudrun Somerville

January 29, 2024

To Sandra and all of Kerry´s family my deepest sympathy for the great loss of a very beautiful person.
It was a privilege to have known him, he has left a legacy to be proud of in this basin.
Gudrun

Betty Taylor Brisbane.

January 27, 2024

Deepest sympathy to you all in the loss of Kerry.
He was a great part of the Rugby Family,when we lived in Lumsden.
Betty& Doug Taylor. Brisbane.

Nigel Davy

January 27, 2024

Hi Sandra
So sorry to hear of Kerry Passing
When I last talked with him it sounded like he was his usual very organised self, getting things in place and ready for the future.
It was a courageous battle and we would not have expected anything less.
Our thoughts are with
Nigel & Sheena

Andrea Dore

January 26, 2024

The Dore family,would like to send our condolences to the Smith family,Bruce,Maragret,Peter,David,Mark,your families,John,Lorraine,Keith,Leanne,Andrea ,Shelley Dore.

Lee Muschamp

January 26, 2024

Dear Sandra, Georgia and James,

I am so sad to hear of Kerry´s passing. I only learnt in December that he had been unwell and was not doing well with it, but then to read of his passing has both shocked me and saddened me as he is such a wonderful man, dad and husband.
I thoroughly enjoyed his company over the many years at tennis events and tournaments. We shared the sideline having such fun and so many laughs creating wonderful memories and good times. It was always a pleasure to catch up with you both at other non tennis things, you´re such a fun couple.
My heart is heavy for you all and send you big hugs and happy memories to help
You through this very sad time xx

Tom Simons-Smith

January 26, 2024

Dear Sandra, Georgia and James

I'm so sorry to hear of Kerry's passing, and am thinking of you three. Wishing you all the best as you celebrate Kerry's life with your friends and family.

David and Liz Palmer

January 26, 2024

Dear Sandra and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. We have always been so impressed with Kerry's positivity and energy. Then we became neighbours in Arrowtown. He was always friendly and willing to give a helping hand. Liz and I have held respect for Kerry's and Sandra's courage and positivity as they have fought this recent battle.
Deepest condolences
David and Liz Palmer
Arrowtown

Nicky Gregory (nee Cournane)

January 26, 2024

Sorry to read Kerry´s death. I remember him at school in Lumsden although I was ahead

Trish Murray

January 26, 2024

Kerry families please accept my deepest sympathy in the sad loss of Kerry RIP Kerry Trish Murray

Janet McKenzie

January 25, 2024

Dear Sandra & Family, I remember dancing at your Wedding & the Joy you two shared: the happy life & family together. It brings me such sadness: Kerry's death & your loss. Sending Love & Condolences to you & family

Margaret Hewett

January 25, 2024

So sorry to read about Kerry´s death I remember him at school in Lumsden and that cheeky smile he had. Thinking of you at this sad time

Klemick fam, Invercargill

January 25, 2024

Sending condolences, our thoughts are with you all xx

Mary Butler & Family

January 25, 2024

Hey Sandy and family, so sad to hear of Kerry passing, have great memories of him climbing around building sites in '90's when I was kid! Writing on behalf of Mum, Hamish and Dick. You're in our thoughts and sending our condolences. All the best, Reuben

Charlotte Fleck

January 25, 2024

So sorry for your loss Sandra and your precious family. Richard and I would to extend our condolences.
Kerry was so good to Richard when he worked for him. We are both sad as we are away and can´t attend the celebration of life of Kerry. Thinking of you all. Richard and Charlotte Fleck

Ewan Waddell

January 25, 2024

Sandra @ family,,,, so sad to hear of Kerry's illness and passing ....Deepest Condolences...

Stuart Jackson

January 25, 2024

To Sandra and Family , please accept my deepest sympathy and sad condolences on the passing of Kerry . Unfortunately I can´t attend Kerry´s funeral tomorrow but my thoughts are with you all . I have very fond memories of growing up in Lumsden with Kerry . He was my best friend and we both loved our tennis and rugby . All the very best during this difficult time . Stuart Jackson & Family . Auckland .

JUDY BROUGH

January 25, 2024

This is so sad Sandy Kerry was too young. Love to you and Georgia and James Judy Brough

Paula Ward

January 25, 2024

Sandra and family we are so very sorry to hear about Kerry. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Paula and Brent Ward

eve lilley

January 25, 2024

Sending my deepest sympathy to you Sandy and family at this very sad time.
with loving thoughts ...Eve

Bryan and Helen Mcgillan

January 25, 2024

We are so sorry, sending our deepest sympathy to you.
From Helen and Bryan Mcgillan.

Leeanne Lee

January 25, 2024

Kerry a strong willed man!
Remembering how you loved your tennis while I sat watching you play at the reck with Mum and Jan you were so ambitious to win in such a gentlemanly manner with the love of the game written all over your face.
So many great memories of the Smith family in the early days.
Wish we could be there.
Love to all the family. ( We all grew up with.) Gone too soon!!!
RIP Kerry
Love Leeanne Lee nee Fullerton

David(Spud)Taylor

January 24, 2024

Dear Sandra and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Kerry's illness and passing, I spent much time with him behind and in the fruitshop with his Dad, as well as at school and playing rugby(he was bloody good), as young fella's in Lumsden. My Deepest Condolences.

John and Pauline Weatherburn

January 24, 2024

We are so very sorry to hear of Kerry´s passing.Our thoughts are with you all.

poppy and Dave

January 24, 2024

So very sorry to hear of Kerry's passing, our deepest thoughts are with you all at this time.
Aroha
Poppy and Dave

Ewen White

January 24, 2024

Very sorry to hear of this sad news. A top man who I enjoyed working with and playing tennis against.
Thoughts are with all the family.

Loretta Grant

January 24, 2024

Our deepest sympathy to the Smith families
Noel and Loretta Grant - Wanaka

Donna Burns

January 23, 2024

Thinking of you all and sending love. Kia Kaha Donna Burns and family x

Maurice Blair

January 23, 2024

A well respected builder from Arrowtown - our thoughts are with the family at this time

Suds and Sue

January 23, 2024

Sorry to hear of Kerrys passing we are away over seas so won´t make the service. Saturday breakfast haven´t been the same. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kathryn Cross

January 23, 2024

So saddened to hear of the loss of Kerry- such a vibrant guy who loved life and gone far too young. So many Happy memories of younger years Sending much love and hug´s to you Sandra and family . Love Kate Cross (née Harris)

Sandra Sutton (Faithful)

January 23, 2024

So sad to hear of Kerry's passing. We all grew up in Lumsden together and had some great times as kids and we were in the same class through our school years. Way back then we had Debutant Balls and Kerry was my partner for the ball. I still have the photo of both of us. We look so young. Thinking of you all on 26 Jan. Memories live forever.

Di n Colin Lindsay

January 23, 2024

So sad to read of Kerry's passing. We remember our younger years in Lumsden growing up with the Smith family. Both our families had so many fun happy times. Sending our hugs to you all. In time your memories will make you smile. Love Shirley and Barry Faithful and Diane (nee Faithul) and Colin Lindsay

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Memorial Events
for Kerry SMITH

Jan

26

Service

12:00 p.m.

Lake Hayes Pavilion

719 Lake Hayes-Arrow Junction Highway, Southland