Died: 10th May 2025

It is with great sadness that we advise of Maureen’s sudden passing on Saturday, 10th May 2025.

She fought a brave battle with her dementia, but did not let it get her.

She passed with overwhelming love and dignity, with her family by her side.

Aged 73 years young.

Loved and cherished wife of Warren for the past 53 years.

Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Neville and Heather Hanley, Judy and the late John Whipps, Sharron Hanley and David, Patricia and the late Charlie Quinn, Bryan and Linda Smith, Marilyn and Ross Simons.

The coolest Aunt and Aunty M to all her nieces and nephews.

Funeral details to be advised.

Message to “Smith Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can visit Maureen’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/maureen

If you are unable to attend the service you will find a live stream on Maureen’s tribute page.

Dearly loved Aunty of Anne Smith, Sue and Nicol Austin, Sandy and Bruce Stronach, Brendan Smith, and Michelle Smith.

Great Aunty of Levi, Brodie, Abbey, Liam, Jack, Amelia, Gabriel, and David.

Great great Aunty of Reece, Hollie, Joe, Aria, and Leo; Rhea, Eva, and Clayton.

Much loved friend of Margaret Smith.

You were the coolest Aunty, who called a spade a spade, and said it as it was, and always greeted us with a huge welcoming smile.

You will be loved and missed always.

Our treasured Aunty M, passed away peacefully on 10/5/2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories and maybe a telling off or two.

As her nieces and nephews, we were truly blessed to have her in our lives.

She was our favourite Aunty, our airport pick up person, our storyteller, and our biggest cheerleader.

Her strength, kindness, and cheeky wit will stay with us always.

Loved beyond words, missed beyond measure.

Forever in our hearts - her nieces and nephews; Alana, Sharna, Lucas, Jordan and Regina Adolphe (Australia).

Forever our Aunty M, We love you forever xo

My heart is broken as I write about the passing of my beautiful sister and best friend.

Maureen had a rare gift, she made life gentler just by being part of it.

She had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, and loved… and she wasn’t afraid to call you out if you stepped out of line!

To me, she was more than a sister, she was my anchor, my laughter through the storms, my safe haven, and my closest mate.

We shared a lifetime of memories, secrets, and love, something only sisters can truly understand.

Her presence lit up the darkest days, and her absence now leaves a silence I don't know how to fill.

I will miss you every single day.

Until we meet again,

Your loving sister and best mate,

Sharron

Dearest Maureen, it breaks our hearts to share that God gave you wings on Saturday May 10th.

You will be forever missed.

Loved sister and sister-in-law of Judy and the late John Whipps.

Amazing aunt to Daryl and Wanda Whipps, Donna and Steve Brinsdon.

Great aunt to Jodie, Shayden and Gerogia, Ashlee and Dylan, Alex, and Haley, Brittney and Jas, Shea and Jodie.

Great Great Aunty to Weston, and Lily, Holland, Skyla, and Harvey.