Hadyn Sidney SMITH

Only knew Haydn for a short time,but really enjoyed his tales of life and sport... RIP hulk.

I got to know Hadyn while he was heading up the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors (NZIS). Hadyn was instrumental in developing the partnership between Surveyors and the New Zealand Geospatial Industry. Moe mai ra e te Rangatira.

Dear Jan Rachel & Hannah. Our condolences to you and many other family members. My wife and I have unfortunately never meet you all but Haydn would always talk about you and kids morning softball, to us both, at local games. He´s was and will always be in our hearts forever. Kindness regards Nathan & Michelle Morehu, Woodridge, Wellington xxx

Oh dear Jan, Rachel and Hannah. I am so so sad and sorry to hear this awful news about Hadyn, who is gone far too soon. A man so full of life, energy and love for you all. He only recently told me how much you were enjoying being grandparents Jan. The time we all spent together in Timaru was just the best fun, and I´m so grateful for it. Sending you all much aroha as you grieve wonderful Hadyn. Miri xx

Dear Jan, Rachel and Hannah. I just cannot believe this and have only stumbled across it. We had so many laughs [and drinks] together in Timaru and I'll never forget the support both of you showed me. I did enjoy taking the piss about him getting the washing in and his acid washed jeans etc etc - you know what I mean Jan. Miri and I cried when you left Timaru.

Jan, words escape me. I am so sorry to learn of Haydn passing. He is a great man and I am proud he was my friend. My thoughts are with you all. x

We met Hadyn through Softball and he became a long-term friend prior to his meeting Jan. Janelle was working in the Editorial section of the Otago Daily Times at nights and Jan was one of the Reporters. Jan would come back after the late checks with the Police and speak of this nice Policeman while Lee was speaking to Hadyn at softball and he was telling Lee about this nice Reporter. The rest you know. Hadyn became a part of our family for a few weeks following his back operation and...

We were so lucky to have Hadyn coach our sons first year of softball this year, and we loved meeting Hadyn & Jan. Thank you Hadyn for giving the PK under 9´s such a cool softball experience, your enthusiasm and kindness was so appreciated. Much love to Hannah, Ben and all the family. After hearing of Hadyn´s life today there is no doubt he will be sorely missed.

My sincere condolences to Jan and girls on losing Hayden so suddenly. Our thoughts are with at this time. Love John & Maree McLeay