SMITH, Rowena Gay, (Row) Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, 14th February 2026, aged 66 years. Devoted and loved wife of Trevor. Adored mother and mother in-law to Carl, Hayley & Tony. Loved Nana to Maclaine, Oliver, Quentin, and Elena. A memorial service to celebrate Row’s life will be held at Morrinsville Knox Presbyterian Church, Canada Street, Morrinsville on Saturday, the 14th of March 2026 at 11:00am Messages to the Smith Family can be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Row’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz
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Worked with Rowena at the Morrinsville Motel for a short time, very special lady, condolences to her family and friends, Neil Whitcombe and Chris Macpherson.
Condolences to Trevor and family. Joyce Revill.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that family and friends are in my thoughts during this difficult time. Wishing you comfort, peace and strength as you remember and celebrate a life well lived and the beautiful strong woman who loved you all.
Although I’m unable to be there in person, my heart is firmly with family as you gather to honour and celebrate the life of Aunty Row — a woman whose quiet strength touched us.
Row was someone I always recognised for the steady, caring presence she brought to the family. One thing that stood out to me was her devotion to my grandmother, Phil. In the last years of Phil’s life, Row was a constant support — patient, committed, and deeply loyal. That dedication said a lot about who she was.
I am holding Row, Trevor, Carl, Hayley and the entire Smith family in my thoughts as you gather to share memories and celebrate the person she was.
Rest peacefully, Aunty Row.
So sorry to hear of Row’s passing.
She and Trev were always so supportive of our motorcycle training in Hamilton over many years, and we enjoyed seeing them when they simply called in to say hi.
Rest in peace.
My love and sympathy to all the family. My thoughts are with you all. 💐
My love and sympathy to all the family. My thoughts are with you all. Marilyn Hunter nee Care 💐