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Lorraine SMITH

Lorraine SMITH Obituary

SMITH, Lorraine. Our beautiful and courageous mother died on Friday the 3rd of October 2025. Deeply loved partner of Chris Lake, mother of Deborah, Mark, Maree and Tyrone (deceased). Wife of the late Ray Smith. Grandmother of Dexter, Tom M, Tom N, Jack and Harley. Mother-in-law of Nico, Lucy and Paul. Sail on, silver girl. We acknowledge the wonderful staff at Aranui Home, especially Jid, who all cared for Mum and us so beautifully. A funeral will be held this Friday 10 October at Purewa, Auckland at 2pm. All very welcome. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Neurological Foundation.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 6, 2025.

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Jeff Reid

October 13, 2025

Dear Deb, Mark & Maree
We were saddened to read the sad news of Aunty Lorraine passing away.
Our condolences to you all and the wider family.

Jeff & Jo Reid
Napier

Murray Reid

October 11, 2025

Dear Deb, Mark & Maree,

So very sorry to see Auntie Lorraine has passed away. Our sincere Condolences to you all & your families.

Love & Hugs
Murray & Lorraine Reid xxx
New Plymouth

Lily

October 10, 2025

Lorraine was my adored maths and art tutor for six years. She provided a loving and nurturing way to learn. I treasure my memories of these experiences and am blessed to also have some of her own works. My thoughts and best wishes to all her loved ones, Lily Evans

October 6, 2025

SMITH, Lorraine. My beloved partner of 30 years died peacefully on 3rd October 2025. You remain in my heart forever. Thank you to the wonderful Staff of Aranui who cared for us both. Chris.

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