Priscilla BAKEN Obituary

My best wishes to Priscilla´s family. She was my wonderful midwife back in 1997 - making a complicated birth into a memory to cherish and resulting in my wonderful son. She was so warm and kind she shared her strength with you. I have thought of her often over the years. A sad loss.

Such a beautiful person, taken way to early.
I'm certain that Priscilla brought joy to many.

On behalf of the New Zealand College of Midwives I would like to extend sincere condolences to Priscilla´s whanau, and those whom she was close to, and of course her to midwives colleagues and dear friends, who will no doubt be deeply grieving for Priscilla at this time. Such is Priscilla´s stature and standing in our profession, that the news of her passing travelled quickly on the midwifery grapevine. Through her work as a midwife she no doubt will have been cherished by the many whanau whom she cared for. As well a midwife whose work touched many whanau, Priscilla was also a teacher, mentor, role model and an inspiration to many midwives throughout her fulsome career. She was one of the pioneers of our profession who was key in the forming our herstory - a woman with true dedication and unwavering focus, a fierce advocate for women and families. Priscilla´s words of wisdom always reminded us that it is their voices, the voices of the women and whanau, to whom we should always be listening.

As I am writing this, we are holding our 16th conference in Otautahi Christchurch with over 550 midwives gathered together. We are live steaming the event at the conference so that Priscilla´s colleagues who are unable to be present in person at her funeral are able to participate in the tribute to this incredible women who will forever hold a place in our midwifery hearts.

Nga mihi
Alison Eddy
Chief Executive
New Zealand College of Midwives|Te Kareti o nga Kaiwhakawhanau ki Aotearoa

Our sincere condolences to Andrew, Ray, June and the extended family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Anna and George Palmer

My condolences to you Andrew on passing of Priscilla. Fond memories of calling into your English home with both of you.
On way to Scotland for ABs v Scotland with boys. Priscilla was our exceptional midwife.
Hers was a life served bringing new life into this world.not many can say that.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Darryl Cleland

Our deepest sympathy to Priscilla's family and friends. We both knew Priscilla primarily through her work in tertiary education at Manawatu Polytechnic and admired her enduring dedication to midwifery both within New Zealand and far away in Niger. She has now been called to her home far away but lives on in our memories.

So sorry to hear the sad news today, Thurs 11th, of Priscilla's passing.
Such a special lady and Domiciliary Midwife. I treasure the memories of the early work for the Manawatu Home Birth Association in the 90's she and I were involved in.
My deepest condolences to her family at this stressful time. She is now with her Lord and Saviour in a lovely place. Jeanette Ansell (formally Curtis).

Sorry to hear of Priscilla's passing. Fun times at Salvation Army Easter and Music Camps over several years back in our teenage years. Condolences to all the family.

My deepest sympathy to Priscilla's family at this time of loss. Priscilla was a wonderful lady, supportive and caring. She will be missed.
Jean Thompson-Church

I am very saddened to hear of Priscilla's passing. Such a beautiful soul. I will always remember her for birthing two of my babies so skilfully and yet with a beautiful heart and a very ready smile and laugh.

Thanks for your incredible skill as a midwife so lucky to have received your care which has never ever been forgotten. You supported me with a homebirth am I am very thankful for this. Kindest thoughts to your family and friends grieving your loss. RIP

I´m so very sorry to hear this news. Much love to Christine and the rest of the family.

Ray & June, we were so sorry to learn of Priscilla's death. Praying for you, Ric & Penny Foxley.

My thoughts are with you all at this time.
I have fond memories of you all through the Palmerston North Songsters and Youth activities many decades ago. Priscilla also helped me in hospital. She was delightful,kind and caring and will be missed by many.

Very sad to learn of Priscilla's passing. Some shared times with her in our young Salvation Army days, some lovely chats/catching up at various connection times since then. Our sympathy, thoughts and prayers to the family of Priscilla.
Yvonne (nee Sage) and Geoff Lamberton

Our condolences to the Baken family. Priscilla was a legend and a lovely woman. The Houston clan (Paul and Carol Houston)

Condolences to mr. and mrs. baken and family sorry to here of the passing of cilla she will be missed by her family and friends

Condolences to Ray, June and family, Priscilla was a beautiful person and will be very sadly missed.
Leanne Ramlose

My deepest condolences to Priscilla's family and friends, particularly to Angus and Destiny. "Cill" was a lovely friendly lady who shall always be remembered.

I'm sorry to hear of Priscilla's passing. I met her at BUPA when we were visiting our parents. She was so giving of her time and care for her Father.

Priscilla was my midwife for the birth of our first baby. Her loving and godly wisdom and support have me the confidence to deliver Caleb at home. Her grace, light and love will be missed.

Very sad to hear this news.
Cilla was a friend from 50-odd years ago. She will be missed by many.
My condolences to all of her family.

To Mr and Mrs Baken very sorry to read the death of your daughter thoughts and prayers to all Elaine(Callaghan)

It is with a heavy heart that write this memory. Cilla and I go back from Sunday School, through to the PN Songsters and well beyond. She was such a caring, compassionate and competent Woman. My sincere condolences go to all of her lovely family. Clyde Lake.

It is with a Heavy Heart that I send this message. Cilla and I go back to our Sunday school days right through to the PN Songsters and beyond. She was a very special Woman. Full of enthusiasm, kindness and Compassion. She will always hold a special place in my Heart and memories. God Bless her and her lovely family. Clyde Lake.

my condolence to family for the loss of Priscilla she was a very kind lady and friend and a great god-mother yo my first born grandson you will be missed Priscilla xxxxx <3

I'm so sorry to hear of Priscilla's passing. I got to know her while looking after her dad. 1 very kind, loving, gentle lady who would do anything for everyone else. Taken way 2 soon. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. RIP beautiful Priscilla