Beloved husband of Joyce. Loved father and father in law of Warwick and Pat, Brett and Sue, Cathy and Joe, Ross and Lorelle. Much loved Pop to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loving brother and uncle.
Aged 86 years
A loving, kind and selfless friend to all
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Norman’s funeral service to be held in the chapel, Parsons Funeral Home, 34 Belmore Street, Wollongong on Wednesday July 24th at 2pm.
Norm was a 2nd Class Sergeant at Wollongong, NSW, in the late 1970’s and looked after the Warrant & Summons Section.
Laurie Ian THATCHER
| 29/07/2013
Laurie Ian THATCHER
Cause: Surpirize heart attack
Rank: Retired Senior Sergeant
Death: 25 July 2013
Regd # 8009
Father of SenCon ( Retired ) Gary Ian THATCHER, Regd # 17604 ( R.I.P. )
SenSgt Laurie Thatcher – 1988
Laurie passed away at 4pm on Thursday 25th July 2013, at Wollongong Hospital, suffering a surpirize heart attack after a short stay in hospital. He had been doing well and was expected home today, the 26th but, unfortunately, this didn’t happen.
Laurie was a really nice bloke and was attached to Wollongong Police Station as a Licencing Sergeant before his retirement.
May he forever R.I.P.
Sergeant Brian ‘Oggy’ OGDEN
| 29/07/2013
Sergeant Brian ‘Oggy’ Kenneth OGDEN
NSW Police Force
Retired
17 July 2013
Sgt Barry ‘Oggy’ Ogden around 1986
OGDEN, Brian Kenneth
of Russell Vale
Passed away peacefully on July 17, 2013. Much loved husband of Glennis. Loved father and father in law of Katrina and Matthew, Craig and Vanessa, Shaun and Ebba, Cameron and Jane. Beloved Poppy of Callum, Saskia, Zali, Mathilda, Madeleine, Melanie, Jaymi and Hayden.
Aged 73 years A wonderful gift to our family Forever treasured in our hearts and memories.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Brian’s funeral service to be held in the chapel, Parsons Funeral Home, 278 Princes Highway, Bulli on Friday at 10am.
I have just phoned the Funeral home and a Police Guard of Honour has been arranged.
‘Oggy’ was a Sergeant at Wollongong in the 1980’s on General Duties & Sutherland and also involved in the Police Football of that era.
Registered number 9264.
My Oggy forever R.I.P.
Senior Sergeant John BROWN
| 29/07/2013
John Brown
1934 – 2013
John passed away peacefully on 14/5/13 after a long battle with cancer.
He was the loving husband of Irene and father of Jenni, Philip and Julie.
Born in West Wallsend, he later became a policeman in Wallsend, Boggabri, Moruya and Warilla.
He was cremated on 15/5/13.
A wake will be held to celebrate his life on Friday 24/5/13, in Frenchs Forest, NSW.
Please contact Jenni on 0403120582 for further details.
Saturdays Illawarra Mercury
Roger Wayne BORGAS
| 29/07/2013
Roger Wayne BORGAS
7 July 2013
47 old, Regd. No. 22136
attached to Brisbane Water LAC Anti Theft
Memorial: NSW Police force Service Memorial Wall, Sydney Police Centre, Surry Hills, D5 ( right wall )
Roger passed away on 07/07/2013 and his funeral is proposed to be held at 11am on Saturday 13th Instant at Christ Church, Marr Street, GOSFORD.
information is that Rodger Borgas, who was stationed at Gosford at the time of his death, died recently from an apparent aneurysm.
Gabrielle Patricia McDONALD
| 29/07/2013
Gabrielle Patricia McDONALD – nee Eggleston
aka Gabby
late of Maryland
Wife to Andrew McDonald # 22289
NSW Police Academy Class # 242C
“possibly” a Rejoinee
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 26685
Rank: Commenced training at Goulburn Police Station on Sunday 30 July 1989 ( aged 19 years, 5 months, 5 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 25 January 1990 ( aged 19 years, 11 months, 0 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: Detective Sergeant
Stations: ?, Inner City ( Sydney ), Newtown Detectives, Balmain ( 8 Division ), Newcastle, Lake Macquarie L.A.C., Northern Region Professional Standards
Service: From 30 July 1989 to 3 July 2013 = 23 years, 11 months, 3 days Service
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours
Born: Wednesday 25 February 1970
Died on: Wednesday 3 July 2013
Cause: Depression – Suicide – hanging – ON DUTY
Previous attempt in 2012 inside Newcastle Police Stn
Age: 43 years, 4 months, 8 days
Funeral date: Thursday 11 July 2013 @ 11am
Funeral location: Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Sandgate Rd, Shortland
GABBY is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance – Canberra
* BUT SHOULD BE. Last checked 2 Aug 2019 24 Jan 2024
GABBY IS mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance – NSW Domain
Grave location:
Grave of Gabrielle Patricia McDONALD – nee Gabby Eggleston
Class 242C Goulburn – Attested 25 January 1990 Gabby EGGLESTON, Front row, 3rd from right
Late of Maryland
Gabrielle passed away on 03/07/2013.
Her funeral is proposed to be held at 11am on Thursday 11th Instant at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, 262 Sandgate Road, SHORTLAND.
Dearly loved wife of ANDREW, loving mother of JESSICA and JOSH. Loved daughter and daughter-in-law of CARMEL and NORM (dec’d) EGGLESTON, FRAN and WARREN McDONALD.
Sister and sister-in-law of PETER and MAREE, MEL and JULIE, MARIA and MARK, ANDREW and AREEYA, ANGELA and MARK, SUE and STEVE, PATRICK and CAROLINE, NICOLE and NIGEL, GREG and loved aunty of their FAMILIES.
The Relatives and Friends of GABRIELLE are warmly invited to attend her Funeral to be held in Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, Sandgate Rd, Shortland on THURSDAY 11/7/13 Funeral Liturgy commencing at 11am. An interment will follow at Sandgate Lawn Cemetery.
Family of NSW policewoman who took her own life suing state for millions
Exclusive by the National Reporting Team’s Lorna Knowles
Updated
The family of a policewoman who took her own life is suing the state of New South Wales for millions of dollars, for allegedly failing to protect her from harm.
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Key points:
Andrew McDonald has filed three negligence claims against the state
The claim alleges his wife did not receive adequate care after attending several traumatic incidents
It also alleges police failed to investigate a previous suicide attempt
Newcastle mother-of-two Sergeant Gabrielle McDonald developed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression after witnessing a string of horrific incidents on the job.
She took her own life on July 3, 2013, the day after a police medical officer had declared her as fit for duty.
Her husband Andrew McDonald has filed three negligence claims against the state of NSW on behalf of himself and his two children, Jessica and Joshua.
His statement of claim, filed to the NSW District Court, said over the course of her career, McDonald attended numerous traumatic incidents, including domestic disputes, assaults, car accidents, suicides and murders.
She was particularly distressed by the drowning of a 17-year-old boy in 2009 and a double road fatality in 2010, but did not receive any counselling, debriefing or monitoring after the incidents, the statement of claim alleges.
In late 2010, she was promoted to Detective Sergeant in the Professional Standards Unit, Northern Region. But she struggled with the heavy workload, which included two stints relieving for her supervisor.
In 2012, McDonald attempted suicide in an office at the Newcastle police station, but police never investigated the incident.
“It’s investigation 101,” Mr McDonald, who was also a police officer, told the ABC.
“That’s what police do and it’s appalling that it was never done.”
Police medical officer found suicide attempt ‘was not genuine’
The day before McDonald took her own life, she was sent to see a police medical officer, Dr Naresh Verma.
Mr McDonald told the ABC, Dr Verma determined her previous suicide attempt was not genuine and he did not believe she had PTSD.
“All the staff thought well, OK, things must be on the improve, maybe Gabrielle is not sick at all, maybe she’s pulling the wool over our eyes and that was clearly wrong,” Mr McDonald said.
Dr Verma did not respond to repeated requests for comment.
The police force determined that McDonald should be transferred to another police station the next day.
According to the statement of claim, she was summoned to a meeting without warning and without a support person to be told she was being moved.
McDonald left the meeting in a distressed state, drove to a state forest and took her life.
Mr McDonald said he had one last telephone conversation with his wife.
“She said I can’t go on any more. I’m not getting better. I’m such a burden. They keep kicking me down at work. All I’m trying to do is keep my hours up. You know, this is hopeless,” he said.
“And I said: ‘You can’t do this’. I pleaded with her and begged her not to.
“She said I love you and the kids. We talked about all the things we’d done together, but nothing I said would make sense to her, she was just that determined to do it”.
McDonald ‘did not receive proper monitoring’
Mr McDonald’s lawyers allege that the police service ought to have known the meeting would cause her distress and that she was at risk of self harm.
They allege the NSW police force was negligent because it failed to maintain a safe system of work to avoid injury to McDonald.
It had also allegedly failed to provide her with adequate training to perform her duties and to take precautions for her safety, “putting her in a position of peril”.
The service is also accused of failing to provide adequate training on how to recognise the symptoms of psychiatric injury.
“The deceased did not receive any or proper monitoring of her condition while she continued to work in a stressful environment,” the claim states.
The claim also alleges the police force had failed to devise a system for the flagging of police officers involved in numerous distressing or traumatic incidents.
As a result of its negligence, McDonald had suffered a major depressive disorder, chronic PTSD, alcohol abuse and death by suicide, it is alleged.
Mr McDonald said he now suffered from an adjustment disorder with depression and anxiety.
He was on track to become a superintendent, before he was medically retired.
He is claiming about $900,000 in future lost earnings, in addition to damages and interest. He is also seeking damages on behalf of his two children.
Damages are limited to $750,000 in the NSW District Court, but it does have the discretion to lift the cap.
In a statement to the ABC, the NSW police force said it could not comment specifically on the tragic circumstances which led to the death of a serving officer.
“NSW police continues to improve its practices and procedures, having made significant advances over many years to minimise the psychological impact of policing duties on our officers, who frequently undertake stressful and difficult work,” the statement said.
“As a major priority, NSW police encourages the reporting of these impacts and offers a range of services to support, guide and educate our staff.
“These support services are comprehensive and effective.
“It is well understood that every officer’s circumstances are unique and most often extremely complex with regard to the impacts of psychological injury.”
Gabby was my partner Newtown D’s. She was rock solid, loyal and supportive. She spoke her mind and was honest in opinion and views.
Gabby was from the Eggleston family of the Hunter & loved horses and racing. She taught riding to kids with patience & care. Gabby also helped place horses with the Mounted Section NSW Police.
Along with Gabby & Deb Hayton, we had a tough feminine perspective to our office in the 90’s.
Sad to know when she was in need, Gabby felt alone.
Gabby was loved by many and will be missed by all!
Tracy Ann GRAY
| 29/07/2013
Tracy Ann GRAY
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # ?
Rank: Leading Senior Constable
Stations: ?, Campbelltown L.A.C. ( 35 Division ) – death
Service: From? ? 2000to 2 June 2010 =10 years Service
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: ? ? ?
Died on: 2 June 2010
Cause: Suicide
Age: ?
Funeral date: ?
Funeral location ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial: NSW Police force Service Memorial Wall, Sydney Police Centre, Surry Hills, B6 ( right wall )
Leading SenCon Tracy Ann GRAY – 2 June 2010
[alert_red]Tracy is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance[/alert_red]
REST IN PEACE
LEADING SENIOR CONSTABLE Tracy Ann GRAY
2 June 2010
NSW Police Force
”She was a tremendous officer. Tracy was exceptionally professional and polite – she was popular with other police officers.”
“She was a well respected and an extremely good trainer for young police and she always had a special care for victims of crime.” ~ Chief Inspector Bryan Doyle
Tracey had apparently “won a job” as a Sergeant 3rd Class but had not taken up that position at the time of her death.
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Absolutely no other information can be found on this woman – even 6 years later. If someone see’s this memorial page and can offer further information – please contact Cal@AustralianPolice.com.au
Joseph James DOHERTY
| 29/07/2013
Joseph James DOHERTY
AKA Joe
Late of Helensburgh, formerly of Bankstown, Narromine, Tullamore and Evans Head
NSW Redfern Police Academy Class 111
New South Wales Police Force
[alert_yellow]Regd. # 12665[/alert_yellow]
Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 26 June 1967
Constable – appointed 26 June 1968
Senior Constable – appointed 26 June 1976
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 25 January 1983
Stations: ?, ‘D’ District ( ProCst ), Evans Head, Rescue Squad, Helensburgh ( O.I.C. ), The Rocks – Death
Service: From? ? pre June 1967? to? ? ? = ? years Service
Awards: National Medal – granted 9 August 1983
No find on It’s An Honour
Born: 8 April 1948
Died on: 5 July 2002
Age: 54
Cause: Cancer
Funeral date: ? July 2002
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: Helensburgh Cemetery, Cemetery Rd.
Memorial at: ?
[alert_red]JOE is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance[/alert_red] * BUT SHOULD BE
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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Joe Doherty who is no longer with us had this on his wall at home. I took the photo as it looks impressive & also has an area where his name was added. Gordon Kelly
Senior Sergeant Joe DOHERTY was stationed at Helensburgh Police Station, Illawarra Region, for many years, being the Officer in Charge, until his transfer to The Rocks Police Station, Sydney.
Joe died from cancer on the 5 July 2002 aged 54.
He was a proud supporter of not Canterbury but.. “The Berries”.
Joe knew he was not going to beat the cancer & organised the pall bearers for his funeral by asking them personally before he finished up at work. Gordon Kelly was one asked to do this & Gordon is still proud of that.
Joe was a great bloke & is missed by many in his blue family I am sure.
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Constable Aaron Mark RYAN
| 29/07/2013
Aaron Mark RYAN
Constable
NSW Police Force
Motor Cycle accident – Off Duty
Moree, NSW
4 July 2013
Constable Aaron Ryan
Memorial: NSW Police force Service Memorial Wall, Sydney Police Centre, Surry Hills, F8 ( right wall )
Aaron Mark RYAN, 35 old, Regd. No. 46230 attached to Moree Station.
Aaron passed away on 04/07/2013 and his funeral is proposed to be held at 10.30am on Tuesday 16th Instant at the Richmond Room, 5 Regatta Avenue, BALLINA.
An off-duty police officer has died in a motorcycle crash on a private property north of Moree this afternoon.
Constable Aaron Ryan, 35, from Barwon Local Area Command died after crashing his motorcycle on the rural property off the Newell Highway around 25km north of Moree.
He died at the scene and investigations into the cause of the crash are continuing.
Barwon Local Area Commander, Superintendent Jenny Hayes said the command was struggling to come to grips with the loss.
“Aaron was a one of our finest young officers and he will be dearly missed by all,” Supt Hayes said.
“Since joining NSW Police in 2010, he had served as a general duties officer at Barwon Local Area Command.
“He was well-known and popular not only in the command but also within the local community – his death will affect everyone who knew him for a long time.
“His family have asked their privacy be respected and counselling is being provided to all those officers affected.”
TRIBUTES have piled in over Facebook from residents and the friends of Constable Aaron Ryan.
Constable Ryan died in a motorcycle crash on a private property north on Moree on Thursday afternoon.
The word spread quickly through Moree as Constable Ryan has served as a general duties officer at BAC since 2010.
Residents have written on the Barwon LAC Facebook page sharing their memories and deepest sympathies to Constable Ryan’s family, friends and his fellow work colleges.
“(It is) so sad that someone so young, with so much ahead of him was taken from our community. I pray for his family that they will find some peace in the knowledge that he was well-liked and respected in our community,” one local wrote.
Friends of Constable Ryan were quick to pay tribute and share their many happy memories together.
There were many nicknames and descriptions about Constable Ryan, with one friend describing him as a beautiful, kind and gentle soul.
“Good memories of a very funny guy from high school who grew into a lovely man. Rest in Peace Aaron, you will be sorely missed,” a friend wrote.
Another said “Hooter you made the biggest impact on so many people’s lives mate. Gunna miss every bit of it my mate. Never forgotten, rest in peace my brother.”
Barwon Local Area Commander, Superintendent Jenny Hayes said the command was struggling to come to grips with the loss.
“Aaron was a one of our finest young officers and he will be dearly missed by all,” Supt Hayes said.
“He was well-known and popular not only in the command but also within the local community – his death will affect everyone who knew him for a long time
“His family have asked their privacy be respected and counselling is being provided to all those officers affected.”
If you would like to pay tribute to Constable Ryan, comment below.
Western Region is mourning the loss of Constable Aaron Ryan, 35, from Barwon Local Area Command who died on 4 July after crashing his motorcycle on a rural property off the Newell Highway around 25km north of Moree. He died at the scene and investigations into the cause of the crash are continuing.
Barwon Local Area Commander, Superintendent Jenny Hayes said the command was struggling to come to grips with the loss.
“Aaron was a one of our finest young officers and he will be dearly missed by all,” Supt Hayes said.
“Since joining NSW Police in 2010, he had served as a general duties officer at Barwon Local Area Command.
“He was well-known and popular not only in the command but also within the local community – his death will affect everyone who knew him for a long time.
“His family have asked their privacy be respected and counselling is being provided to all those officers affected.”
A MOREE police officer, who was killed off-duty, has been remembered as a loving family man, who was full of life and from a policing family.
On Tuesday 16th July, police from Moree and around the state, as well as family and friends, farewelled Constable Aaron Ryan, 35, who was tragically killed in a motorbike accident on a farm north of Moree on July 4.
Dozens of Constable Ryan’s colleagues made the trip to Ballina for the final goodbye to the father-of-two, while about 50 police and emergency service officers paid their respects at a private service held at Moree Police Station yesterday morning.
Detective Senior Constable Greg Ryan released a statement to The Northern Daily Leader paying tribute to his brother, who had only been in the police force for two-and-a-half years.
16 July 2013
former NSW Police Officer – Anthony Brown
| 29/07/2013
Anthony Phillip BROWN
26 March 2013
A place to honour the memory of Anthony Brown – AKA – Darshan, Dash, Tige, Tiger Tony, Brownie, Downtown…
Always and forever in our hearts. Now we know that you are experiencing unconditional love, peace and truth in the way you always wanted.
Anthony Brown was a great Salsa dancer … I filmed this when he and I were in Buenos Aires a few years ago.
Because of the painful way he left us, and because we are all trying to make sense of it, we are speaking a lot about his pain ... But he brought so much joy.
He was a fun, witty, musical (guitar, didge, drums and song) childlike, spontaneous and emotionally intelligent. He was an all round top bloke.
A MOREE police officer, who was killed off-duty, has been remembered as a loving family man, who was full of life and from a policing family.
