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Jack BAIGENT Obituary

BAIGENT, Jack Hern. RNZN, BEM, MBE. Sadly passed away on 18th January 2026, aged 90 years. Loved brother of Jill, the late Marilyn and the late Ian, brother-in-law and friend of Robert. Jack has now sailed off on his final voyage and will rest with his brother Ian in Lepperton. Communications to: [email protected]
Published by The New Zealand Herald from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2026.

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Jill

January 28, 2026

A celebration of Jack's Life to be held at RSA Thames Thursday 12th February at 4pm.

Maurice(Chips) Carpenter

January 22, 2026

So long my friend. An honour to serve with you.

Elizabeth Jones

January 22, 2026

Dear Jill,
At Tararu Village Jack was my very good friend from long ago because we were in the same class at Gisborne High
We shared memories and sorted the world out together
We all miss Jack and send condolences to you in your loss. Elizabeth Jones -nee Williams

Nola Leonard

January 21, 2026

Thanks for your friendship, the morning coffees, the dine outs and your help at times.
Will always be remember you, now RIP my Dear friend

Howard Bowman

January 20, 2026

An amazing man, admired and respected by all,will be very sadly missed,especially by my mother Edna (aunty) ,thank you Jack.

Peter Hoffman

January 20, 2026

Hi my friend, it is all good now, keep sailing in peace. I will miss you.

Stu Davies

January 20, 2026

R I P Jack. Always the gentleman amongst us.

shayle Shayle wenzlick old shipmate from Bellona] Royalist 1955-1956

January 20, 2026

A true dedicated sailor - a distinguished career in the RNZN - resepected my many - from Admiral to ord seaman - a great shipmate who will be missed by so many. happy saling Jack - it was a pleasure knowing you in you later years at Thames. RIP

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