Fundraising to help pay for the funeral of Elizabeth (Lizzie) Smaling.

$2,520 of $2,500 goal
Given by 15 generous donors in 4 weeks

Lizzie's Givealittle page raising money to pay for her Funeral Costs.

Manawatu / Whanganui

Sadly my sister Lizzie has passed away. Due to her body almost matching the size of her heart her funeral was more costly than hoped for. After Winz have done their part and a few other kind contributions from others we still need to raise $3,300. There are so many worthwhile charities that you could donate too and I feel rude to ask anyone to donate their hard earned money but I know Lizzie was loved by many and some will be happy to give a little koha for her. If you're able to make a donation, thank you for your help. I may never be able to pay the kindness back to you but I will endeavor to pay it forward to someone else. If you are not in a position to donate but wish you could help please feel free to share this information. Thank you all!

Jeremy Smaling's involvement (page creator)

Lizzie is my older sister.

Use of funds

All money will go to paying for Lizzie's funeral. In the event that we raise more money than needed a donation will be made on Lizzie's behalf to a charity. (Most likely Arohanui Hospice who were so amazing with my sister Katrina.)

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Latest update

New goal!  7 August 2025

Due to the kindness of others we have been able to lower our goal. This will even make it possible for a small donation to Arohanui Hospice in Palmerston North on Lizzie's behalf. Thank you all.

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 13 Aug 2025
$50
Dion
Dion on 13 Aug 2025
Sorry for your loss
$15
Gill
Gill on 13 Aug 2025
$20
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 13 Aug 2025
Love you! Hope this helps uncle xx
$600
Stephen
Stephen on 13 Aug 2025
Sorry not much but all the best love you Lizzie
$20

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Created by, and paying to a verified bank account of, Jeremy Smaling on behalf of Lizzie Smaling's Funeral Costs
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This campaign started on 14 Jul 2025 and ended on 14 Aug 2025.