Lester John SMITH

26th February 1953 - 10th March 2024
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J Fraser & Sons' Chapel
cnr Esk and Doon Streets
Invercargill
Thursday 14 March 2024, 2:00PM
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SMITH, Lester John.

Peacefully on 10 March, 2024 surrounded by family. A relentless warrior in his battle against cancer until the bitter end. Cherished husband of Julia. Adored father of Matthew, Francesca*, Jana and Sam. Loved father in law and grandfather of Zoe, Fergus and Ellie; Michael, Millie and Ava; and Emma. Dearly loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of Pam and Jim; Belinda; Anna and Kent; Edwin and Lisa. Treasured son of Muriel* and Ferguson* Smith. Sincere thanks to all the dedicated and caring medical staff involved with Lester’s fight. A service celebrating Lester’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill at 2pm on Thursday 14 March, 2024. Messages can be left on Lester’s tribute page at  frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link will be available.

(* Denotes deceased)

Messages

Julie and Family we are very sad to hear the news of our friend and lawyer. Lester for many years. And he was a great lawyer also
We are thinking of you at this very sad time.
Lester was a great friend. And he will be sadly missed.
RIP Lester love you ❤️
From Marlene and Fraser Patterson Cromwell
Marlene & Fraser Patterson , Cromwell
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our Solicitor for many years and a good friend.
Janice & Derek Humphries,
Julia and Family, We are sad to read the passing of Lester our deepest sympathy. Pam and Wasa.
Pam and Wasa Bang,
Our love and thoughts are with you Julia and family. Lester and I had many battles on the tennis court in our younger years, both being coached by the late Neville Hoskins. We progressed to squash and rugby for Old Boys Invercargill. In later years it was great to catch up at Cup Week and have the odd game of tennis. You have fought your last battle Lester. Rest In Peace. Trevor and Wendy Wilson, Christchurch
Trevor and Wendy Wilson, Christchurch,
Condolences to the Smith family. Lester was a man of sharp intellect and few words. Lester had great taste in some of the finer things in life, particularly motor vehicles, but was equally at home in a Sport's Bar wearing his jandels, drinking a 12oz beer and having a punt on the tote. Lester will be missed by family and friends. Craig Macalister
Craig Macalister,
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Many fond times and fun with Lester.Especially at Cup Week.RIP Lester. Mike Hughes
Mike Hughes,
Our condolences to the family. Lester was our Solicitor for many years and we had a good connection with him. Our deepest sympathy to you all, Tony & Linda Simmonds
Tony & Linda Simmonds,
It is with deep sadness I read of the passing of Lester. In the early days when we all lived near one another in Lewis Street these connections were really valued. I know you will all have wonderful memories hold these close to be remembered when ever life gets tough. My Deepest Sympathy to you all. Valerie Anderson (nee Dillon).
Valerie Anderson,
To Julia and family
Our thoughts are with you all in the sad loss of Lester ‘
You will have many wonderful memories.
Regards Lynda and Wayne Pierce.
Lynda and Wayne Pierce, Arrowtown
My sincere condolences to Julia & family Pam Jim & family in the passing of your cherished husband, father, brother & uncle.
Remembering the great times playing tennis that brought our families together and also in his profession, a great lawyer.
RIP Lester
Christine Flynn (McLay)
Christine Flynn, WINTON
RIP my good friend
We shared a great passion for the standard breds and had many a discussion about punting a winner.
Really enjoyed our times and seeing you with a new vehicle
.Our good friend Higgy will be happy to meet up with you and enjoy an ale or two.
To Julia Mathew Jana and Sam much love to you all in this sad time
Trevor Casey, Christchurch
To Julia and her loving family, we are very sorry that your beloved Lester has passed away. Our thoughts are with you all. May your love for one another help you to navigate this journey. Pam and Trevor Gilmour
Pamela Gilmour, Invercargill
Julia, Matthew, Jana and Sam my deepest sympathy is with you all. I remember. Lester will be sadly missed by you all..
Anne Mason, Arrowtown
Sorry to read of Lesters death.Had some good times at the trots some years back and he was always good company.Please accept our deepest sympathy.Wayne&Lesley Deegan.Way
Wayne Deegan, Gold Coast.
Condolences and kind regards to family friends and former colleagues of Lester's
Gerald , Christchurch
So sorry to hear of Lester's passing. Love to all of the family xxx
Robyn & John Marnane, Cromwell
Julia and family, our thoughts are with you all at this time. Our family has many fond memories of Lester whether it was on the squash courts or at work and he always seemed to have time to ask how everyone was or talk about earlier times.
Peter and Pam Fairweather and family, Rolleston
Our sincere condolences Julia & Family.
Our thoughts are with you.
RIP Lester
Kevin & Gay Renwick, Cromwell