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Douglas SMITH

Posted 31 August 2026

January 1947 - August 2026.

Died peacefully at Nelson Hospital last week. Loved husband of 58 years of Judy. Loved by daughter Vanessa, son and daughter-in-law Gary and Rachael and grandchildren Ruby, Harrison, Eamonn, Benji and Ella. A service to remember Bruno will be held at Waimea Richmond Funeral Services, 24 Champion Road, Richmond at 1.00pm on Friday, September 4. Messages can be sent via Waimea Richmond Funeral Services.

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