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Kenneth BAILEY Obituary

Ken Bailey died at home on Tuesday, 29 July 2025, aged 80 years, after a brief illness, surrounded by close family. Husband of Kate, father of Harriet, David and Alex, grandfather of Charlie and Louis, father-in-law of Nahoko and brother to Graham and Avril. Ken will be long remembered and missed dearly. Also known as Mr Bailey-the-Art-Teacher at Te Aroha College for 29 years, where he genuinely enjoyed teaching his many art students. Ken will be farewelled at a private family service, and a public celebration of his life will be held in summer. All communications to the Bailey family c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata.


Published by Waikato Times on Aug. 2, 2025.

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Arjan Bruygoms

August 27, 2025

Sorry to hear about Kens passing Kate. Sending my love to you Kate and the family. He was a great art teacher and I always enjoyed art classes with him as the teacher. He and his family lived nearby to us when I was going to school (Almost neighbours). I remember the times when we visited your house and played. Got to feed the pets when you were away on holidays. Arjan

Peter Jonker

August 7, 2025

Our sincere condolences, Alex kept us informed about his dad's condition, think of the happier times with Ken! Kind regards Peter Jonker.

Toos Bruygoms

August 6, 2025

I am so sorry to hear from Ken's passing. My deepest Condolences to Kate and family may he rest in peace Toos and family.

kevin spring

August 4, 2025

you were a well liked teacher in my time my condolonces to the family

Angela Evison

August 4, 2025

We the Evison family wish to send our deepest condolences to you. Mr Bailey was a great person and teacher he will be remembered fondly.

Angela and Tracie Evison

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