Died: 10th March 2024

Funeral: 14th march 2024

Peacefully on 10 March, 2024 surrounded by family.

A relentless warrior in his battle against cancer until the bitter end.

Cherished husband of Julia.

Adored father of Matthew, Francesca*, Jana and Sam.

Loved father in law and grandfather of Zoe, Fergus and Ellie; Michael, Millie and Ava; and Emma.

Dearly loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of Pam and Jim; Belinda; Anna and Kent; Edwin and Lisa.

Treasured son of Muriel* and Ferguson* Smith.

Sincere thanks to all the dedicated and caring medical staff involved with Lester’s fight.

A service celebrating Lester’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill at 2pm on Thursday 14 March, 2024.

Messages can be left on Lester’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link will be available. 

(* Denotes deceased)