SMITH, Gordon Ernest

On 6th May 2023 at Christchurch Hospital, aged 88 years. Elder son of Ernest and Esther Smith (Huntly) and brother of Donald (all deceased). Dearly loved by Marlene, his wife for 61 years. Loved by his four sons and daughters-in-law Anthony and Mary Grant, Richard (deceased 1976), Stephen and Julianne, and David Smith. Loved by his grandchildren Kellie, Joannah, Alexandra, Natalie, Isabella, Timothy, Sophie and Liam, and by the extended family. Dear friend of Joanne and Nicola. Respected teacher at Huntly College, Stockwell Manor Comprehensive School (London), Cashmere High School, Christchurch Polytechnic and Massey University. Founding member of NZ Organisation for Quality and founder of NZ Crest Awards (Creativity in Science and Technology). Life member of Rose Gardens Croquet Club (Palmerston North), Manawatu Croquet Association and Croquet New Zealand. Gordon was a keen reader, traveller and bridge player, a jazz enthusiast, and an accomplished sportsman.
“We shall miss him greatly.”
Messages may be addressed to “The family of the late Gordon Smith” C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Gordon’s life will be held at the John Rhind Funeral Chapel, entry from London or Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, Tomorrow (Thursday), May 11 at 10.00am.