Diane

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[...]

Janet Ford

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[...]

Beatha Uwazaninka

Forever in our hearts! Sleep peacefully Mom!

Inge David

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[...]

Janet and Glen Ford

Every moment of our lives is inspired by Marina’s love, all that we are is because of her – we are forever grateful.

Debbie

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.

Brenda Justice

Dearest Marina Your presence is felt daily as we draw upon your legacy. Brenda

Heather hoskin

A year on …we miss your beautiful smile, such a wonderful human being x

Ruth Jacobs

A remarkable , kind, generous and compassionate woman; matriarch of a remarkable family. Her legacy at Beth Shalom is evident everywhere. She is not forgotten

Bernice Krantz

I first met Marina and family in 1995-6. An extraordinary lady and family. She was amazing warm friendly and highly intelligent. I visited the Holocaust centre recently on 4th June with colleagues from Generation2Generation. We had a marvellous day but really missed seeing Marina. I felt very sad arriving in[...]

Shamea

Hannah Brown

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[...]

Claire Gartland

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[...]

Jo Richardson

Beloved. For Courage and for Victory. Always xxx

Jo Richardson

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[...]

Shamea

Celebrating and sharing a wonderful legacy on 19 March 2023, Mother's Day......"Let there be Love". Thank you Mrs Marina Smith for loving us and showing us the way, a Mother to so many. Thank you dear Smith family for enabling us to do so.

Diane and Kevin

Your memory is a blessing. With love and deepest gratitude always

Susanna Russell

Today on Mothers Day, I am joining with friends globally to especially remember Mrs Smith, whom to so many of us and to me, was a considered our Mother.  I continue to endeavour to live my life according to the guidance, faith, encouragement, standards and care you set for us[...]

Janet and Glen Ford

It was such a delight to share tea together using the tea set that Marina so generously gave to us and reminds us so much of being at Bethany. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for such love and faithfulness – may we always live true to these words and[...]