James Valentine remembered as voice of warmth and wit
James Valentine shaped Australian radio with warmth, humour and connection, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate
19°CSMITH, Ruby Gwenith
26 Mar 1933
23 Jul 2026
Nee Ruby Whyte.
Beloved wife of Donald Gilbert Smith (decd.) mother of Mark Steven Smith Higgins. Daughter of Arthur Henry Whyte and Gwenith Lorna May (both decd). Much loved sister of Beverley, Marjorie, Sylvia (all decd.) and Dorothy Ewer of Morphett Vale. Long time friend of the Sim family and God Mother to their daughter Nikala.
Ruby was a poet,musician, crafter and a lover of all animals. She was a devoted volunteer at Wesley House at Semaphore Park for many years prior to becoming a resident. We thank her fellow volunteers, staff and Dr Peter Donohoe of Wesley House for their kindness towards Ruby.
She will be sorely missed.
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