Richard SMITH Obituary

You've "flown to the moon' and we bet you're "dancing amongst the stars" in your gumboots Uncle and Brother Dick... with your wit, intellect and sense of kindness you taught us all to do it "my way!" While we may miss your cheeky smile more than words can adequately or concisely articulate we know that "that's life" so we will live it to the fullest in your honour...with a dog by our side of course. Love you, Sir! Christine, Paula, Hilton, Blake, Leah, and Daria ...endless sloppy hugs and kisses xxxxooooxxx

My love and sympathy to you kath and the boys, Rchard is now at peace ,you have walked this sad journey with richard supporting and encouraging him all the way ,bless you kath ,flue is keeping me from being with you today, but my thoughts are with you all

Dearly loved Brother of 64 years Dick,
Will miss your visits, and remember the naughty little boy, when you were only 3 to 5 years old ,but those little secrets stay between you and me only.
RIP Dick, love Maryann (Fat), and family

Rest in Peace Uncle Dick. You were one of the special ones, a beautiful soul that had time for everyone. Sending love and sympathies to Aunty Kathy, George, Frank and Michael and everyone near and far who will miss you terribly. Treasuring the wonderful memories of you. Love Kelly & Vaughan Furniss

Had to add this photo. as it of you Dick As the Farmer, we all loved and cherished so much ...RIP..love you always Irene and Family.

My loved brother, of 64 years.
Could be a naughty bugger between the ages of 3 to 5 years old.
But Dick that was between you and I only.
Love Maryann and family, RIP Love ( Fat)

Kathy,George,Frank and Micheal we are going to miss Richard running or riding the motorbike or his tractor to feed out every morning to all his animals. He was a lovely man who would help out wherever he could. He was our neighbour for 12 years. Our condolences to you all. Noel and Karen Hall and family.

To Kathy George,Frank and Micheal, Richard will be sadly missed passing us every morning riding either the motorbike or his tractor feeding out to the animals. Our memories of a friendly man who would help wherever he could who was our neighbour for 12 years. Condolences to you all from Karen and Noel Hall and family.

To Kathy , Frank , George and Michael our deepest condolences to you all from John , Lyn and family .
Fond memories of a respected cousin , and gentleman .

To my dear friend Kathy, love and deepest sympathy to you, George, Frank and Michael. Always in my thoughts, love Karen xxxx

Sometimes in life we meet special people that we never forget. Dick was one of those people for me. In my mind, whenever I think of Dick, it is the early 1970's and I see him through the window of the laboratory at Auckland Milk Corporation, heading for the tea room. Always together, I see the diminutive Dick and the lanky Ian Logan. They are both wearing white overalls, white gumboots and little white caps, and they are happy and laughing. Everyone at the Milk Corp loved Dick and Ian. They brought sunshine to us all.
Knowing Dick was a great privilege. He was a kind and gentle soul, had a huge heart of gold, and by all accounts had an inspiring future ahead of him. My sympathy to Kathy, George, Frank and Michael.

Kath and family, I wish you comfort in the midst of sadness with the loss of Richard. May he rest in peace. My deepest sympathy. Heather (cousin)

Sending all my love, thoughts and prayers to my family at this difficult time. Will forever cherish the memories. You were such a massive part of my childhood, taught me to ride a motorbike, reverse a trailer, love the land and the open air, work the dogs, feed out to bulls and look after the many flocks of sheep and lambs every school holidays for years and years and there was so so much more. You were so patient with me. Your wisdom and strong personality just made me love you so much more. My younger years were so blessed to have you in them. And having you walk me down the aisle was such a treasured moment. Sending all my love to Aunty Kathy, George, Frank and Michael. Rest In Peace and Love Uncle Dick. Until we meet again.

Loved and respected brother-in-law of Colleen and John and a treasured uncle of Alex and Jason, Tara, Kyla and Jako.
Our memory banks are rich with adventures of fishing trips, family get-togethers with teasing and jokes that Tara didn't always get and special Friday afternoon teas. He supported our education and followed our many endeavours.
He battled bravely to the end and has left a legacy of three fine young men and a loving family.
Rest in peace, Richard.

Sending all my love, thoughts and prayers to my family at this difficult time. Will forever cherish the memories. You were such a massive part of my childhood, taught me to ride a motorbike, reverse a trailer, love the land and the open air, work the dogs, feed out to bulls and look after the many flocks of sheep and lambs every school holidays for years and years and there was so so much more. You were so patient with me and I loved every minute I shared with you. Your wisdom and strong personality just made me love you so much more. My younger years were so blessed to have you in them. And having you walk me down the aisle was such a treasured moment. Sending all my love to Aunty Kathy, George, Frank and Michael. Rest In Peace and Love Uncle Dick. Until we meet again.

One very special, dearly loved Brother, and friend of Irene,
A true gentleman, with the upmost integrity. Loved by all who new him
Love you Dick, your light will always shine.

Condolences to Kath and the boys. You all did a great job taking care of him. He was a lovely gentle man. May he Rest In Peace. Ann-Marie and Dave

SMITH, Richard. Friend, workmate, training partner and competitor. Deeply missed. Thoughts and prayers to Kath and family. Terry and Rachel.

SMITH, Richard Frederick (Dick). Passed away peacefully on the 2nd of July 2019. A valiant battle fought! Treasured and most dearly loved Brother and Brother-in-law of Maryann, Max and Helen, Irene. Chris and Lee, Penny and Ed, Mark and Helena. Treasured and loved Uncle Dick of all of his Nephews and Nieces. Tractor is parked!!

SMITH, Richard Frederick (Dick). Passed away peacefully on the 2nd of July 2019. Most dearly loved Brother of Penny, Brother in-law of Ed and very loved Uncle of Sam. You were a Man of great substance Dick, you were my friend, and a Brother. I will miss you until we meet again. Penny (Penelope)

SMITH, Richard Frederick (Dick). Sorely missed by Mark and Helena, loved Uncle of Jessie, Peyton, Kenzie, Dylan and Annie and Jazz. See you on the other side.