John Haigh, the iconic South Australian chocolate brand Haigh’s Chocolates, has passed away aged 93. Let’s see more details about John Haigh and his cause of death.
How did John Haigh die?
According to the sources, the official statement of John’s passing was confirmed by the company that he passed away on February 10, 2023, at his home. The Facebook post by Haigh’s Chocolates reads,
” It is with deep sadness that the Haigh family announces the passing of John Haigh on Friday, 10 February 2023, aged 93. Mr. Haigh, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed peacefully at home. John Haigh joined the business in 1946 with a vision to take Haigh’s chocolate-making to new heights”
REST IN PEACE | John Haigh – who helped turn his family’s chocolate company into an iconic brand – has passed away at the age of 93.
He was the grandson of Alfred Haigh who founded the company and opened the first store in Adelaide in 1915. pic.twitter.com/1tj8XgfeDI
— FIVEaa (@1395FIVEaa) February 15, 2023
Cause of death
John Haigh was 93 years old when died at his home on Friday. Since the news of Haigh was announced, his loved ones and colleagues are paying tribute to him and giving their deep condolences to the family members who are going through a difficult time.
Still, the family didn’t announce the funeral and obituary arrangements yet. These details will be shared soon. He will be always remembered by his family and friends.
Obituary
Haigh’s Chocolates is mourning the passing of the beloved and well-talented person of the company who helped establish the iconic South Australian chocolate, John Haigh sadly passed away at the age of 93. It is saddening to learn about the passing of the beloved member of Haigh’s Chocolate brand. Unfortunately, he has gone from this world leaving his family and friends devastated. Let us tell you that he was the grandson of Alfred Haigh, who officially founded the company and opened the first store in the Beehive Building at 34 King William Street in Adelaide City in 1915.
John Haigh- Lindt chocolate makers
He was the grandson of Alfred Haigh, who founded the company and opened the first store in the Beehive Building at 34 King William Street in Adelaide city in 1915.
We would like to tell you that John Haigh joined his family business in 1946 after training with Lindt chocolate makers in Switzerland and Sprungli. Later, he visited the United States to look at production, shop styles, and marketing and became managing director from 1959 until 1990. The entire company credits him for having “revolutionized” the brand. Let us tell you that Haigh’s Chocolates is one of the oldest family-owned chocolate businesses in Australia and does not sell or deliver its products overseas.
Brand Quality
“Besides the quality and the taste of the product, he also refined the exclusivity of the Haigh’s in-store experience and the way in which Haigh’s is marketed to this day,” Alister and Simon Haigh said.
“He built the foundation for an incredibly successful family business that is expanding and trading strongly around Australia.” Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate business in Australia and does not sell or deliver its products overseas.
It began producing chocolate-covered fruit centers, before manufacturing toffee and other chocolates. “John was a revolutionary in the chocolate industry. He will be greatly missed and always remembered. Vale John,” his sons said.
Who owns Haigh’s chocolates?
At Haigh’s, we’re very proud to be the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Today the company is run by fourth-generation Haigh, Alister, and Simon, who joined the business in the 1970s and worked their way through all areas of the company. They’ve been joint Managing Directors since 1990.
Why is Haighs chocolate so good?
At Haigh’s we have been making fine chocolates in Australia since 1915 for our customers to enjoy. We will continue to source only the very best ingredients, including premium cocoa beans, and use artisan skills combined with specialized chocolate-making techniques to create award-winning chocolates.
At Haigh’s we have been making fine chocolates in Australia since 1915 for our customers to enjoy. We will continue to source only the very best ingredients, including premium cocoa beans, and use artisan skills combined with specialized chocolate-making techniques to create award-winning chocolates.
Condolence Posted on Social Media
Fiveaa Posted
REST IN PEACE | John Haigh – who helped turn his family’s chocolate company into an iconic brand – has passed away at the age of 93. He was the grandson of Alfred Haigh who founded the company and opened the first store in Adelaide in 1915.
Erin M Posted
Hello @AlboMP
, John Haigh has died, and I feel it would be very respectful and appropriate to declare a national public holiday where we do nothing but eat chocolate all day in his honor. Please consider. #ChocolateDay #haighs #auspol #PublicHoliday
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