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Margaret SMITH Obituary

Smith, Margaret Joanne (Nee Gillard). Passed unexpectedly at home on Saturday 6 December 2025, following recent surgery. Dearly loved soul mate of Gregory and adored mother and mother in law to Danielle and Sam. Margaret lit up a room and was loved by all who knew her. She will live forever in our hearts, until we meet again one day in heaven. A service to celebrate Margaret's life will be held at Howick Presbyterian Church, 11 Vincent Street, Howick on Thursday 11 December at 1pm.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Dec. 8, 2025.

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Helen, Katharine and Peter Davies

December 12, 2025

Sincere condolences to Greg, Danielle and Sam and families on the sudden passing of Margaret, such a loving and kind person with a ready smile and generous nature. We will never forget our visits and the hospitality shown to us and to Bella and Tommy.
With much love, Helen, Katharine and Peter Davies

Laurel & Jim Guthrie

December 11, 2025

Sending our love and thoughts for you all today, we are sorry we cannot be with you. We have fond memories of Margaret, she was a very special lady.
Laurel & Jim Guthrie

Leanne Kimpton

December 11, 2025

Absolutely devastated to hear of your passing Margaret. Loved your naughty sense of humour and will miss your daily memes. Scholastic will not be the same without you. Condolences to Greg, Danielle & Sam & your extended family. Rest easy my friend xx

Kerry Airlie

December 10, 2025

So so sad this has happened Margaret I'm gonna miss your smile and positive outlook on life, your quirky sense of humor and your constant meme sharing. Your were one of life's best there for everyone who got to know you. I'm going to miss you my friend and everyone of your Scholastic family is shocked and saddened that you are no longer with us
Love to your family at this time thinking of you all
Love from Kerry and family xxx

Alan Mead

December 9, 2025

Margaret you were genuine person and always there for everyone. I remember the fun days we use to have over 40 years ago. My thoughts are with Greg and Danielle and also with Jenny, Dave and extended family.

Sue & Alan McCorkindale

December 8, 2025

May God bless you Greg at this time of sorrow. Remember all the good times you've had together. Our thoughts are with you.

Margita and Marcel Kamsma

December 8, 2025

We are so shocked to hear the devastating news of Margaret's passing. We regret not popping in to see you both when we had the chance Our thoughts are with you Greg and Danielle and also with Jenny, Dave and extended family.
Margita and Marcel Kamsma

Kimmy Purvis

December 8, 2025

Rest in Peace, our dear friend. Shocked and saddended by your passing.
Your kindness and laughter will never be forgotten,
We will carry your laugh and sense of humor with us always.
Thank you for these memories of many feeds of your signature yummy pumpkin pie; (you still owe Kimmy 30% of a pumpkin pie);
trips to garden centers and good feeds of 'slimy noodles'.
You meant so much to so many
Rest easy, may your soul find eternal rest dear Margaret aka Dory
Heartfelt condolences to Greg, Danielle and Sam and extended family
Kimmy and Bruce Purvis

Kim Deadman

December 8, 2025

Mags, So many memories over 54 years of friendship. I will miss that history, and never having to explain, you just knew and accepted. We had so many fun times, and laughter. Always loved your wicked sense of humour. Farewell dear friend, love always Kim x

Darren Haines

December 8, 2025

RIP Margaret, you were one of the finer humans I'd had the pleasure of meeting and learning alongside. I promise to look after your friend, in your absence, when the appropriate time arrives. I owe you that deed and will embrace the task willingly.

Lynda Welcome

December 8, 2025

A bright star who was a joy to know.
She will be greatly missed.
Sympathies to her family from Margaret's friends at the Pigeon Mountain Garden Club

Carol Duff

December 8, 2025

RIp Margaret we love you and will miss you dearly our deepest sympathy to all the family till we meet again my friend love from Carol Trevor and Martin

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