SMITH, Brendon John, (BJ)
Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui
Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 10:30 PM
This service was streamed.
Suddenly in Whanganui on Friday 10 February 2023. Much loved husband of Michelle. A much loved father, uncle, Koro, and friend to many. A service to celebrate BJ's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday, the 15th of February 2023 at 10:30am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz
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12 February 2023
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Felicity Tucker
My deepest condolences to the Smith Family. Brendon was my much loved brother in law. His passing was a great shock and I can only image the effect it has had for you. I hold you in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. I will remember him with fond memories and love. Vale Brendon xx
Kattrina ballard
To dear uncle BJ, we are going to miss you so much. thanks for always being there, plus all the amazing memories we created over the years. We will hold you in our hearts forever.
We are thinking and sending strength and comfort to Aunty Michelle and all the family ❤️❤️❤️
Kattrina, Jarrod & kids xxx
Tommy and Sharon
Warmest condolences to you Michelle and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers, BJ, thank you for your undying friendship and loyalty and all the wonderful memories that we will always carry in our hearts
Rest easy old friend, until we all meet again xxxx
Anthony sellick
Gonna miss you uncle BJ, love you heaps.
Always gonna remember the great times we had together.
Thinking of you Aunty Michelle and family
Anthony xx
Tony and Carol Della
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to Michelle and all of BJ's loved ones.
We have very fond memories of BJ, to us he was family .
He will still be family.
Love you always BJ, Tony and Carol xxx
Hale Family
Our deepest condolences to Brendon’s family and friends.
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our cousin Brendon.
We hold very good memories of Brendon.
May you rest in peace.
With our love
Aunty Margaret and Uncle Digger (both dec.)
Leonie, Lesley (dec), Helen, Rosemary, Alison and Mandy
Trudy & Gordon Milne
We will always remember the good times shared with you at Brett and Sharon’s. So much laughter. Deepest sympathy to Michelle and families at this difficult time. Thinking of you Brett and Sharon. Rest In Peace BJ. Kind regards Trudy and Gordon x
Noemi
My dearest Michelle you are in my heart and thoughts at this sad time ,I know the wonderful memories you shared with BJ will bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead . Deepest condolences to BJ family . X
Tara
We didn't work together long, but it was so nice that you still recognised me at the GP Clinic. I'm sad I won't get to see you when you come in and have a chat. Hope your in a better place ❤️
Debbie & Homer Ricardo (sister & brother-in-law)
Rest in peace our beautiful brother BJ. Hope you knew how much we love you ❤️
Ani taipari
Dearest Michele my heart is sad for your loss. Kia kaha kia manawanui my friend. Nga mihi arohanui kia a koe Ani and Al
Lee Hawkins
Thoughts are with you Michelle and family at such a sad time
Wendy, Liam, Bailey, Liam Jnr & Tūwaitā
Love you 💙
Quinten McGregor
Sending lots of love Whanau 💙 Thinking of you all 🙏
Brian Skinner
Fair winds and following sea BJ, you were a good friend and always will remember how you looked after everyone. Will have a burbon for you tonight.
Brendan
Deepest condolences to Brendan’s family and friends. He was a very good friend in our teenage years. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. RIP. Trish Ransley and sister Lisa.
Cathryn Geraghty (née Pigden) Cousin
Brendan I am so sad to hear of your passing. I have many fond memories of our childhood days - hanging out with you, Nigel and Debbie on our weekend visits to New Norfolk and Christmas Day lunches at our place in Hobart. It’s heartwarming to see how loved and cherished you were. You are now at peace and resting, finally. My condolences to all.
Tony Mahony
Deepest condolences to the Smith family and friends. I had the pleasure of working with BJ on a number of occasions in our Submarine roles, firstly with BJ as my supervisor and then I attempted to supervise him upon his return to the RAN. BJ had a great sense of humour, gave me plenty of laughs and assisted me on countless occasions. RIP BJ.
Bruce Dening
Brendan was one of the most honest people I ever met. He said things as they were, and stood up for what he believed in. He was a friend, and a teacher for me in the Submarine Force. We shared many a beer, a laugh, and a chat when required. He was a good man, and will be missed greatly. Rest easy shipmate.
Lee Webster
Sincere condolences at the lose of BJ, I served with him in HMAS Swan many years ago, he was a fine shipmate and friend, all the best his Family at this very difficult time, Fair Winds BJ, Yours Aye Bickies 🇦🇺⚓️
The Wolfe Family
Sending our sincere condolences ,RIP Brendan xxxx
Max Aranda
Condolences to the Smith family. Had the pleasure working alongside Brendon on submarines. He was a great shipmate that will be missed. RIP mate..
Gayle Jesson
I was very saddened when I heard you passed away. You can R.I.P now Brendan. It was nice seeing a few years back. So smile wherever you are now. Fly like the wind… Gayle
Linda Spence
So many memories of BJ so many laughs, jokes and beers 🍻 May you forever Rest in Peace
Heartfelt condolences to Michelle and all BJ’s family and friends, he will be forever missed.
Love Linda and Jacy
Brendan John
Remembering our fun cousin Brendan when we were kids and our great fishing trips to Swansea. Thinking of you Michelle and family and sending our deepest sympathy. Lots of love Sue Parsons & Lynne Moles 💕
Grant Cashion
I had the pleasure to serve with BJ on many occasions throughout my career we were both cut from the same cloth. I lived 4 doors up from him in Warnbro and he always had a cold beer in the fridge and a cheeky smile on his face. He will be sadly missed.
Fair winds and following seas BJ until we meet again.
Shaun
Rest easy bro and thank you for your service in both the military and prison service . A true nice guy who is loved and missed by many .
Glynis Bailey
I was saddened to hear this news. I had the pleasure to serve with BJ on submarines. He was a good shipmate who genuinely cared for the people around him. With the deepest sympathy I'm thinking of you Michelle and family. Fair winds and following seas BJ.
Sid Dalton
My deepest sympathy to Michelle and family. BJ was my Chief of the Boat when I commanded Sheean, and serving together was a great thrill for two Tasmanians (we also went to the same school though BJ was a couple of years ahead). I am sad I didn't get to say goodbye at his service. Farewell and rest easy shipmate, we will miss you.
Tawhi Eru
My deepest condolences to the BJ’s whanau. I had the pleasure of serving with him. I can honestly say he taught me many lessons in life and at sea. Thoughts and prayers to you all
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