On August 18, 2024, aged 101 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Helen, much loved father of Linda, and Bruce, loved father-in-law of Tony, and Sally, and the late Ian, dearly loved Grandad of Rebecca, loved Great-Grandad of Ashleigh, loved uncle of Noel and Heather Ann, loved friend of the Simpson girls, Janice, Annette, Sandra, and Andrea. Thank you to Ashford Care Home for the care and kindness shown to Syd in the last year of his life, where he was known as Speedy. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Sydney Smith, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private cremation has been held.