RIP Paul “Penguin” Baynham

bc was saddened to learn overnight that Paul Baynham, better known to friends and clubbers everywhere as ‘Penguin’, passed away. Our condolences and best wishes go to his family, children, grandchildren and friends.

A life well lived! Chapeau, my friend, you brought happiness, joy and lasting memories to friends and strangers alike, enriching the lives of those around you. Thanks for the memories, Penguin!

Penguin was much loved by many:

Mike Leeder shares his memories of Penguin here https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18CmFEed9G/

As Marvin Bernad eloquently puts it:
“Paul Baynham, also known as DJ Penguin, had a vibrant life filled with music, adventure, and love. According to the post, he was a DJ and a force of nature, known for turning any night into an adventure and making every moment unforgettable. He had a long career, playing at various iconic venues in Hong Kong and Tokyo, including Hot Gossip, Julianna’s, Rick’s Cafe, and Hard Rock.

Beyond his professional life, Paul was a devoted family man. He was a loving father to his son Ben, a steadfast husband to his wife Cress, and a cool grandad to his grandkids. He brought the same passion and energy to his personal life, filling his home with warmth and mischief.
Throughout his life, Paul created countless memories with friends and family, marked by laughter, adventure, and a love for music. His legacy lives on through the memories he left behind, and he’s remembered as someone who knew how to live loud, love deep, and never take a single moment too seriously.”

Elaine Chow: 14 March, 1986 – 27 October, 2005 – Gone, but Never Forgotten!

RIP Elaine Chow our friend and colleague who in the early hours of the 27 October 2005 committed suicide by stepping off a building.
Gone, but never forgotten!

Elaine was a wonderful, vibrant young woman, who brought joy to everyone she met. Our memories of her remain so strong and clear, that her beaming smiling face still brings a big smile to my face and a warm glow to my heart even in the darkest of days.

The pain of her death never seems to fade.

RIP Elaine you are deeply missed.

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Suicide is not the answer.
HongKongers help each other, reach out and talk to someone…please!
If you know someone who’s talking (even jokingly) about taking teir own life then please get them help/talk to them…

If you’re thinking of committing suicide, you are not alone – talk to someone first. Suicide scars and destroys those you leave behind.
Samaritans Hong Kong: 2896 0000 www.samaritans.org.hk

Elaine Chow: 14 March, 1986 – 27 October, 2005 – Gone, but Never Forgotten!

In loving memory of Elaine Chow our friend and colleague who in the early hours of the 27 October 2005 committed suicide by stepping off a building. Gone, but never forgotten!

Elaine was a wonderful, vibrant young woman, who brought joy to everyone she met. Our memories of her remain so strong and clear, that beaming smiling face still brings a big smile to my face and a warm glow to my heart even in the darkest of days.

The pain of her death never seems to fade.

RIP Elaine you are deeply missed.

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Almost 3 people a day, on average, commit suicide in Hong Kong, it’s the unseen killer, if you know someone who’s talking (even jokingly) of it get them help/talk to them. 

Suicide is not the answer.
HongKongers help each other, reach out and talk to someone…please!

If you’re thinking of committing suicide, you are not alone – talk to someone first. Suicide scars and destroys those you leave behind.
Samaritans Hong Kong: 2896 0000 www.samaritans.org.hk

Elaine Chow: 14 March, 1986 – 27 October, 2005

In loving memory of Elaine Chow our friend and colleague who in the early hours of the 27 October 2005 committed suicide by stepping off a building. Gone, but never forgotten!

Elaine was a wonderful, vibrant young woman, who brought joy to everyone she met. Our memories of her remain so strong and clear, that beaming smiling face still brings a big smile to my face and a warm glow to my heart even in the darkest of days.

The pain of her death never seems to fade.

RIP Elaine you are deeply missed.

********

Suicide is not the answer.
HongKongers help each other, reach out and talk to someone…please!

If you know someone who’s talking (even jokingly) about suicide talk to them.

If you’re thinking of committing suicide, you are not alone – talk to someone first. Suicide scars and destroys those you leave behind.
Samaritans Hong Kong: 2896-0000 www.samaritans.org.hk

Elaine Chow: 14 March, 1986 – 27 October, 2005

In loving memory of Elaine Chow our friend and colleague who in the early hours of the 27 October 2005 committed suicide by stepping off a building. Gone, but not forgotten!

How can it be sixteen years since that tragic evening? Our memories of Elaine remain so strong and clear. She was a wonderful, vibrant young woman, who brought joy to everyone she met.

The memory of her beaming smiling face still brings a big smile to my face and a warm glow to my heart even in the darkest of days.

The pain of her death never seems to fade.

RIP Elaine you are deeply missed.

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Times are tough, but there are many people to talk to!

Suicide is not the answer.
HongKongers help each other, reach out and talk to someone…please!

If you know someone who’s talking (even jokingly) about suicide talk to them.

If you’re thinking of committing suicide, you are not alone – talk to someone first. Suicide scars and destroys those you leave behind.
Samaritans Hong Kong: 2896-0000 www.samaritans.org.hk

Elaine Chow: 14 March, 1986 – 27 October, 2005

In loving memory of Elaine Chow our friend and colleague who in the early hours of the 27 October 2005 committed suicide by stepping off a building. Gone, but not forgotten!

How can it be fifteen years since that tragic evening? Our memories of Elaine remain so strong and clear. She was a wonderful, vibrant young woman, who brought joy to everyone she met.

The memory of her beaming smiling face still brings a big smile to my face and a warm glow to my heart even in the darkest of days.

The pain of her death never seems to fade.

RIP Elaine you are deeply missed.

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Tragically almost 3 people a day, on average, commit suicide in Hong Kong. It’s the unseen killer across all ages.

If you know someone who’s talking (even jokingly) about suicide talk to them.

If you’re thinking of committing suicide, you are not alone – talk to someone first. Suicide scars and destroys those you leave behind.
Samaritans Hong Kong: 2896-0000 www.samaritans.org.hk