10 April 1952 – 10 May 2025
10 April 1952 – 10 May 2025
SMITH, Maureen Audrey, (nee Hanley) It is with great sadness that we advise of Maureen’s sudden passing on Saturday, 10th May 2025. She fought a brave battle with her dementia, but did not let it get her. She passed with overwhelming love and dignity, with her family by her side. Aged 73 years young. Loved and cherished wife of Warren for the past 53 years. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Neville and Heather Hanley, Judy and the late John Whipps, Sharron Hanley and David, Patricia and the late Charlie Quinn, Bryan and Linda Smith, Marilyn and Ross Simons. The coolest Aunt and Aunty M to all her nieces and nephews. Maureen will be resting in her office at Macdonald & Weston Funeral Home. At Maureen’s request flowers will be very welcomed when calling. Maureen’s service will be held in the Lindisfarne Methodist Church on Friday 16th May 2025 at 11am following with an interment at Eastern Cemetery. Message to “Smith Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can visit Maureen’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/maureen. If you are unable to attend the service you will find a live stream on Maureen’s tribute page.
Funeral service held at Lindisfarne Methodist Church
Fly high auntie Love u always your Duckling xx
Warren, I was so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing, I've never forgotten the two of you from the white baiting days down on The Bend. Good people like you guys are hard to come by and never forgotten!! My sincere condolences to you and all the family.
Sorry we could not be with you in person today Warren and family, we have just watched the livestream you all gave her an amazing sendoff❤️Hope the party is still going as she wished!
Our sincere condolences to you Warren. Maureen will be sadly missed. She had such an infectious and bubbly nature and lots of laughter whenever she was around. Sorry we couldn't be there today in person but were there in spirit with you watching the livestream. Take care Warren.
Warren - so sorry to hear of Maureen passing away. She was such a vibrant lady, full of laughter and fun. She will sorely be missed at the Bend, and especially by you. Sorry we can't be with you today but will be attending in spirit through the livestream. Take care
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time Warren. You will have so many good memories To look back on as time passes. Unfortunately we are unable to attend the service but will catch up soon. Barry & Adrienne
Dear Warren, we are deeply sorry for your loss and send much love and respect at this sad time 💔🧡💛
Thinking of you Warren at this very sad time. Lots of happy and fun times at Winton. Treasure your precious memories forever.
Warren and Family thinking of you all at this sad sad time. cherish all your loving memories of Maureen Deepest Sympathy Bridget Stevens
thinking of you all at this sad time with love and sympathy. from the Kennedy cousins …Nola, Norman Janice and Gwen.
Our deepest sympathy to you Warren,thinking of you at this sad time. Sharon&Russell Crosbie.
With loving thoughts and memories RiP Maureen xxxxxx
My darling Aunty M. I hope you got there safe and now enjoying a gin, looking down on us smiling knowing all your family are together. I miss you dearly until we meet again. We love you forever xox
Our deepest sympathy Warren So sad to hear of Maureen's passing Carol and Allan Mcnaught ,
Our deepest sympathy Warren, so sad to hear of Maureens passing, our thoughts are with you
Camp Mother, Im going to miss you, our deep and meaningfuls, the screams of laughter, the silly jokes. Thankyou for being a part of my life, I love you and I will miss you so much. Huge love to your family and beloved friends. From Me, Mark, Graham and Seth xxx
Our deepest sympathy to you Warren. Thinking of you May and Denny Clark
Sharron (Sister) and family my sincere condolences to you all with the sad loss of Maureen, May she be free and at peace.\ I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you all. Lots of Love Sean
Our condolences to the Smith and Hanley Families on the lose of Maureen. Our prayers are with you all at this sad time
Oh Maur, you left without me saying goodbye. We laughed and cried and laughed some more. I loved your wit and sarcasm when we worked together. I will miss your beautiful smile my friend. Love to Warren and family. See you on the other side Maur. Love you. Xx Jan
To Sharron, Warren and family Deepest sympathies to you all on the very sad loss of Maureen. Fond memories of a truly kind lovely lady. May she rest in peace. My thoughts are with you all.
Funeral service held at Lindisfarne Methodist Church

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