Launceston has farewelled one of its oldest and most accomplished citizens.
May Maxwell died on March 6, aged 103, after a life characterised by pouring into her community.
Ms Maxwell was inducted into the Tasmanian honour roll of women in 2023 - aged 100 - for her immense volunteering, which included lengthy stints with the LGH's Red Cross shop and the Umbrella Shop.
She was also a life member of the Tasmanian Labor Party.
About 50 people gathered on April 15 to celebrate her life at a memorial service at Legacy House, including former state premier David Bartlett.
Nephew Wayne Glover, who is one of Ms Maxwell's last remaining relatives, said she would be greatly missed.
"Auntie May was the last family link with her generation," he said.
"We will miss her love, her compassion, her engaging conversations and all those wonderful memories of her long life."
Born in Victoria on July 31, 1922, Ms Maxwell and husband Frank relocated to Tasmania in 1956.
She worked as a secretary, including for politicians Don Grimes, Reg Turnbull, and Sir Raymond Ferrall, and also spent time at Neil Pitt's Menswear.
She was heavily immersed in the Launceston arts scene, was a passionate Collingwood supporter, and became a beloved member of Legacy community when Frank died.
Ms Maxwell was still living in her own home in Trevallyn when she turned 103, and she attributed her longevity to never getting a driver's licence.
When she eventually moved into aged care, she still had a big impact on those around her.
"Right up to the end of her life, Auntie May had a clear mind and never failed to see the funny side of life," Mr Glover said.
"The nursing staff loved her and she couldn't wait to tell me one day that a young African male nurse had asked her to bestow a blessing upon him.
"He must have been in awe of this 103-year-old-lady who always seemed to have a zest for life."