SMITH, Margaret Jessie (née Longbottom)

So sad to hear of the passing of Margaret, a kind and loving person and good friend of my Mum,she will be so missed by her family and friends,may she rest in peace,love Anne and Allan Swan xo

A Mum to look up to. Rest in peace Aunty Marg.
Condolences are sent to all of your family.

I say here today not just as a friend of the family, but as someone who was blessed to be loved by Margaret as if Wendy and I was one of her own.

To us, she wasn’t only Wendy, Lorraine, David, and Bluey’s mum — she was like a mother to us too. She welcomed Wendy and I with open arms, never once treating us as outsiders, but as family. That was Margaret’s gift: she had a way of expanding her circle of love until everyone she cared about fit inside it.

She lived 98 years with grace, humour, and strength. She taught us about kindness, about resilience, and about the importance of family — not just the one you’re born into, but the one you gather along the way.

What I’ll remember most is her warmth, her wisdom, and the way she could make you feel at home simply by being herself. Her love will continue in all of us who had the privilege of knowing her.

Margaret, you were a mother to many, a friend to all, and your presence will be missed more than words can say. Thank you for making us part of your family. We will carry your spirit in my heart always.”

Dear Margaret’s family,
We send our heartfelt sympathy to you all and we remember Margaret always with a smile on her face when she greeted us. She loved being out near you Wendy.
God bless. Love – Merrilyn and Kev Schliplaius

Rest in peace Margaret.
Wonderful memories of the early years in Traralgon South, groups we were together with and fun games of tennis.
Condolence to all of Margaret’s family.
Lynette ,John and family.

Condolences to Wendy & Ken, David, Les and your families, our thoughts are with you all at this sad time of Margaret’s passing.
Margaret welcomed Viv and Megan, Finlay and Ryan as one of her own. Her love, consideration and acceptance is so appreciated.
Viv and Megan Stockil
Nancy Lebbe and Grant Vickery and family.

Aunty Margaret has always been a favourite of mine. She was always smiling and kind to me, and liked to make me giggle and laugh as a kid with her funny little stories. We spent many lovely moments together. Such a beautiful and resilient lady, who was a wonderful friend and support to our beautiful Mum Jeanette. Right up until the last time we saw each other, she continued to amaze me with her strength, resilience and bubbly nature. Someone to look up too. You will definitely be missed, but not in our conversations. Have a nice cuppa with Jeanette (mum) when you see her. She’ll love a good chat and laugh with you!! Much love – Cathrine, Greg, Matthew and Ethan. Xxxx

The family gatherings, the running amongst the pine trees, the stories of the gemstones being in awe of the colours, the love always shared. Rest in peace Auntie Marg. What a wonderful life, what a wonderful Auntie. Our hearts are with each and everyone who you touched. Love Paul, Chris & BJ xx