In loving memory

Les “Bill” Smith

Date of death July 12, 2025

Service Details

Friday, 18 July 2025

Wai-mana92 Kippenberger Avenue
Rangiora
Canterbury
7400
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Obituary

On July 12, 2025, passed away peacefully at home with family, aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Paula, much loved father and father-in-law of Nicola and Dan Stokes, Scott and Sarah, and Mark,
Adored Poppa of Aria, and Ethan; and Skylar.

                             “A real legend, who will be sadly missed”

Messages may addressed to: The family of the late Les Smith, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
Les will be at home Wednesday afternoon and all day Thursday for those who wish to pay their respects.
A service to celebrate Les’ life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, July 18, at 2.30pm, followed by a  private cremation.

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