Passed away at home on Monday, September 15, 2025, aged 80 years. Loved wife of the late Pete. Dearly loved mother of Abi and Jamie, and beloved grandmother of Xavier and Rhiannon. A much-loved sister, aunt, and precious friend to many. Rob lived a life filled with kindness, humor, grace, creativity and love that touched all who knew her. Her gentle warmth and spirit will be deeply missed, and forever treasured in our hearts. A private cremation has been held. A service to celebrate Rob's life will be held in the All Saints Chapel, Purewa Cemetery, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank, Auckland on Friday, October 3 at 12.00pm. The service will be livestreamed also. All communications to the Smythe family C/- Davis Funerals, PO Box 56013, Dominion Road, Auckland 1446.

Published by The Press on Sep. 20, 2025.