I count myself very privileged, eternally and deeply grateful to have known Mrs Smith for so many years and for her constant, unconditional love. I am truly deeply honoured I had the opportunity to be part of the team to support Mrs Smith, where I could, in the latter years of her life. Mrs Smith[…]
Where would I have been without you? I think I would have been lost forever. I could never be what I was meant to be until I met you and found a safe place under your wings. Every day I give thanks for you – sometimes with joy and sometimes with tears. I will never[…]
Forever in our hearts! Sleep peacefully Mom!
My dearest Marina, I think of you so very often and, oh, how I miss your wonderful letters which were always so chockful of news and delightful pictures of your family, especially all your beautiful grandchildren. You provided them with so much knowledge regarding other faiths, a faith other than their own and you told[…]
Every moment of our lives is inspired by Marina’s love, all that we are is because of her – we are forever grateful.
Thank you for tending the Heavenly Father’s Garden. The Garden of Love. No one spread more love in one lifetime. Loved and missed so very deeply.
Dearest Marina Your presence is felt daily as we draw upon your legacy. Brenda
A year on …we miss your beautiful smile, such a wonderful human being x
A remarkable , kind, generous and compassionate woman; matriarch of a remarkable family. Her legacy at Beth Shalom is evident everywhere. She is not forgotten
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I can’t believe it has been a year since our beloved Mother left us. She has gone but is forever cherished in our hearts. Her teaching keeps us steady, her faith strengthens us, her love holds us close, till we meet again…… The following was written on Marina Smith’s passing in July 2022 It’s strange[…]
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Today Theo told me, “I don’t miss her, I REMEMBER her. In here.” (Pointing to his temples with both index fingers). I remember you in the quiet places; in the joyful times; in the difficult times when it’s hard to see the light; in the busy family moments, and the solitary occasions. I remember you,[…]
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Beloved. For Courage and for Victory. Always xxx
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The Beautiful Swallow soared higher and higher, disappearing into the Golden Skies. For a moment, the Sparrow felt lost and alone. But no. Look up. See? There. The Beautiful Swallow had left a trail to follow. For there was much work still to be done. And The Story was far from over. In fact, it[…]