( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( February 2022 )
ROD is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Sad news about Rod. A great guy with a wicked sense of humour.
I remember when we first got the new leather front draw holsters and cuffs pouch on the wide belts. Rod was doing Rosters at the time and proudly strapped the new leather around his waist and proceeded to walk the halls of Manly Police Station with his cigs and lighter in the handcuff pouch and a banana in the holster.
Loved working with him.
He will be sadly missed.
RIP Rocket Rod Barry – from one of the Goslings.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy as a Student Police Officer ( SPO ) on Monday ? ? 2018
Probationary Constable- appointed 7 December 2018
Constable – appointed 7 December 2019
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed – NO
Final Rank: = Constable 1st Class
Stations: Sutherland GDs ( 24 Division )( 7 December 2018 – August 2021 ), Seconded to Operation ‘ Wick ‘ in 2020 – July 2020 – Street Policing Team – City of Sydney Police Area Command, Project ‘ Servatore ‘, Deployed to Albury re Operation Boarder Closure ( July 2020 ), Central Metropolitan Region HVP ( High Visibility Policing ) Unit – The Rocks ( 15 August 2021 – Death )
Service: From? ? 2018 to 14 February 2022 = 3 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = N/A
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system – however:
NSW Premiers Bushfire Emergency citation for Service in the 2019 – 2020 fires
NSW Police Force Commissioners Emergency Commendation in recognition of the extraordinary commitment to duty and professionalism demonstrated during disasters and emergency deployments from 1 July 2019 – 31 December 2020
Born: Friday 24 July 1998
Died on: Monday 14 February 2022
Age: 23 years, 6 months, 21 days
Cause: Depression – Suicide
Event location: Home
Event date: Monday 14 February 2021
Funeral date: Wednesday 2 March 2022 @ 11am
Funeral location: South Chapel, Woronora Memorial Park, 121 Linden St, Sutherland, NSW
For those in the Bankstown area: See below Note re funeral service.
any Future Wake location: ??? TBA
any Future Wake date: ??? TBA
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
It is with the deepest regret that I inform those Retired, Former, Serving Police and friends that James O’TOOLE succumbed to the ‘ Black Dog ‘ at the very young age of 23 whilst Serving with NSW Police Force.
May you Forever Rest In Peace mate and may your parents and brother know that you were respected and loved by those who Served alongside of you.
Bruins would like extend a warm welcome to all community members who would like gather to celebrate and share memories in remembrance of James O’Toole.
The Bruins family will live stream the service, at the stadium with doors opening from 10.30am, followed by light refreshments.
Over the coming days, we please ask members to send an email to caitlin@bruinsbasketball.com.au and please RSVP if you would like to attend the service as well as any photos and memories of James to be shared at the service.
It is with a very heavy heart that Bankstown Basketball Association mourns the loss of referee James O’Toole.
James has long been part of the Bruins family, and has represented the Bruins as an exceptional referee, supervisor, and player. He is known for his cheeky smile, witty conversations, and extraordinary dedication and passion for the education, support and ongoing development of Bruins Junior referees.
Over James’s many years of basketball service, James was awarded numerous prestigious Steve Well’s Junior Referee of the Year Awards as recognition for his hard work to his craft. James represented Bankstown Bruins at both New South Wales State Championships and Senior Finals Weekends, his efforts also took him interstate as a referee for New South Wales at many Australian Junior Championships, at which he always did the association proud.
In more recent years James sought out a professional career as part of the New South Wales Police Force, however, always continued to find time to be part of and support the Bruins family.
We are honoured to have had such an exceptional gentleman as part of the Bruins Family and James’s legacy will continue to live on in the people who he inspired and worked so closely with.
As a tribute to James, we invite the entire Bruins community to wear a blue ribbon on their uniform to signify the amazing life that he lived.
Rest In Peace James, we will continue to honor you with Bruins Pride and Dignity.
Never did I expect to say a funeral was beautiful but yours certainly was, James.
You were so obviously loved and cared about by so many including our family.
You certainly made a huge impression during your short life.
With you all today in my thoughts and prayers.
Aunty Kathy and Kevin. ????
Genevieve Mole
9 hours ago
Such a beautiful touching ceremony, celebrating James.
Loved by so many.
You were all in thoughts and prayers today.
Forever in our hearts.
Love the Mole and Lynch families.
Jill Kerr
10 hours ago
Rest in peace James
Helen & George
11 hours ago
“Only the good die young” our hearts are heavy ????
Jenny Chisholm (Dao)
12 hours ago
Thinking of you and your family today.
I was fortunate enough to have James in my Year 6 class and recall how helpful he was with computers and how he brought so much laughter to our class.
May you Rest in Peace James, you will be dearly missed.
Pat minz
12 hours ago
Rest in peace James. Beautiful farewell service
Joanne Mellars
12 hours ago
We remember you fondly James… rest easy.
Joanne & Jessie Mellars
Richard Bai
12 hours ago
Your smile will be in our hearts forever, Jimmy.
Virginia Pedler
12 hours ago
Rest east James. You will be missed x
Alex V
12 hours ago
RIP James! You were loved by many. I also remember from 5 years of age, always having some keys around your neck. You will be missed. Big love to Darcy.
Michelle Hutchinson
12 hours ago
Hope you have found peace James. May your light shine brightly in the night sky.
Paul Edward Cooper
12 hours ago
Rest in peace brother, prayers to you and your family. Hope you are now in peace and we will see you behind heavens golden gates in time.
Tisharna Eckford
12 hours ago
Rest In Peace Jimmy. You will be forever greatly missed by all your family, friends, colleagues and all of #335. Gone far too soon ????
Jodie Bergan
13 hours ago
RIP James, may you fly high!
Matt Hall
13 hours ago
Rest in peace James. My heart goes out to family and friends, it is heartwarming to see and hear their outpouring of love for you.
Leanne Peryman
13 hours ago
What an outstanding young man and a great loss to all who knew him. May he now be at peace and his family know that the strength of the community is behind them xxx
Kerry McGall
14 hours ago
Thinking of you guys Terry, Kylie and Darcy xx
Emily Kate Adams
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace James ????
Trish Murray
14 hours ago
From my heart to yours James , rest well in the arms of those who love you unconditionally. I was lucky to have you as my neighbour next door, sharing lots of chats about all sorts, inviting me in as we met at our unit doors to see your new lounge etc that you had purchased and was so proud of having.
Missing you
Trish
Maria Pace (Pelle)
14 hours ago
Rest in Peace beautiful boy. I will always remember your gorgeous smile and how much you loved holding your dad’s keys.
Lynda Sexton
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace young man. I enjoyed being your baseball coach all those years ago. On behalf of your school mates Erin, Morgan and older brother Liam. Lynda.
Richard Dee leon
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace my good friend.Will sadly miss all of the chats we had.
Chris Shade
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace James, I will miss your smile.
Diane Lowe
14 hours ago
RIP Mate, you will always been remembered. You are at peace now.
Belinda Peters & family
15 hours ago
May James Rest In Peace.
Zarif, Violet & family
a day ago
We will miss you James but rest in peace with Joy in heaven with the Lord .
Greg Callander
7 days ago
May Jimmy O’Toole ( NSWPF # 53092 ) Forever Rest In Peace.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this young man at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
17 February 2022
Peter Anton VLUG
| 21/02/2022
Peter Anton VLUG
AKA Vluggy
Late of ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Commenced, as a Cadet, with Class # 122 – Finished with Class 131
NSW Police Cadet # 2571
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 15403
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy Police as a Cadet on 16 February 1970 ( aged 16 years, 7 months, 24 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 23 June 1972 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )
Constable – appointed 23 July 1973
Constable 1st Class – appointed 23 July 1977
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 23 July 1981
Leading Senior Constable – appointed? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 31 December 1987
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank= Sergeant
Stations: ?,14 Division, 21 Division, Drug Squad, City of Sydney GDs, C.I.B. – Fingerprint Branch, ?, Manly ( 14 Division )( 1974 / 75 ), ?, North Sydney ( 1978 / 79 ), Northern Beaches – Dee Why, ?, TOU,
Service: From 16 February 1970 to3 November 1993 = 23 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 2 November 1988 ( SenCon )
Born: Tuesday 23 June 1953
Died on: Thursday 27 January 2022
Age: 68 years, 7 months, 4 days
Cause: Cancer ( Brain )
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Friday 4 February 2022 @ 1.30pm
Funeral location: Ann Wilson Chapel, Cnr Barranjoey Rd & Darley St, Mona Vale, NSW
PLEASE: Wear happycolours to celebrate Vluggys life
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: Ann Wilson Funerals, Barranjoey Rd & Darley St, Mona Vale, NSW 02 9971 4224
Buried at: ? TBA
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
PETER is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
RIP Pete. What a great bloke. Worked with him at North Sydney in 78/9. On parade one morning and Insp Dafter chipped him about his hair being too long. Next day on parade Pete turned up bald as a badger and got in the shit for it.
Peter Vlug was the original “Crocodile Dundee” of the Northern Beaches. Snakes, lizards, spiders, turtles, dragons and many other creatures. A strong willed, relaxed, deep thinking, charismatic Police Officer. The King of Avalon! Keith Blackett often wondered what the youngsters at Avalon were doing! When with Peter Vlug – check the surf, feed the lorikeets from the front verandah at Avalon, check out the koalas in the back yard then terrorise the locals. Many a time bitten by his beloved pythons he never gave up on them. A wonderful man, great friend to many and an exceptionally good Policeman. Kind Regards and best wishesto the family of Peter Anton Vlug.
Fond memory of a NSW Police Surfing Association competition we had one weekend in UlladullaI. THE 90’s We all stayed in the Marlin Hotel.
Vluggy was there with his pet snake. He wandered down to a pet shop and came back with a mouse. Proceeded to feed the mouse to his snake at the tables outside when we were having a beer. Remember it well. LOL. Catch a big wave for us up there. You will be charging as always.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
30 January 2022
Leonard Alan McLEAN
| 21/02/2022
Leonard Alan McLEAN
AKA ?
Late of Regentville, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 199C
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 21205
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed 24 February 1984 ( aged 26 years, 6 months, 4 days )
Constable – appointed 24 February 1985
Constable 1st Class – appointed 24 February 1989
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Final Rank= Senior Constable
Stations: ?, Mt Druitt ( 27 Division )( 1980s ), Penrith District ( Anti Theft Unit )( 1980s ) – Resignation 19 August 1995
Service: From? ? 1984? toResignation effective 19 August 1995 = 11 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time since resignation from Police: 26 years, 4 months, 29 days
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
LEONARD is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
I have found, mentioned, of a Leonard Alan McLean being a licensed electrician between June 1990 – June 1994.
Smacka Blinman 31 July 2018 Steve Turner here’s an old picture for you. From the The Penrith District Police Rugby League Year Book 2001 Standing (L R) Mark Rattenbury (Coach), Graham Stone, Frank Goodyear, Paul Cosgriff, Jeff Fox, Jim Cranna (Pres), Bob Lewis, Gary Worboys, Mark Spicer, Alan Ingleton, Ron Mason, Mick Pearce, Phil Cummins, Eric Shiels, Glen Bootle, Charlie Van Den Bosch. Front Row. Peter Davis, Steve Turner, Graeme O’Donnell, Grahame Barlow, Steve Martin, Len McLean, John King, Peter Whitticker.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Unfortunately my computer system has become weak and can no longer stand the strain I place upon it.
In order to get my systems up and running again, I have invested $6k in a new computer system which is currently being built and I would expect that a lot of the notices I place on the system, will be devoid of a lot of information that I usually include; until my new system arrives and my databases and photos are transferred across.
This might not be completed until late February 2022.
Cal
28 January 2022
George William BELL
| 21/02/2022
George William BELL
AKA ?
Late of South Nowra – formerly of Penrith, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – “possibly” Class # 061
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 2357
Regd. # 9334
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on “possibly” Monday 20 April 1959
Probationary Constable- appointed 1 June 1959 ( aged 27 years, 3 months, 26 days )
Constable – appointed? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 1 June 1965
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 1 June 1969
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
GEORGE is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
It is with a great deal of sadness that we share with the Penrith Community, our much Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother, George William Bell, Passed away at his Nowra Nursing Home on Thursday 9th September ( 2021 ), with his Loving Son Simon by his side.
A lot of People will remember George as the Smiling Happy Gentleman, always full of life and very much involved in his Penrith Community.
George and his Wife Alison built one of the very first Homes in Cambridge Park in 1954 and is still treasured and loved by all of us to this day, being the epicentre of the Family, throughout Birthdays, Christmas celebrations, Weddings, and all manner of family occasions. It has seen a lot in its 67 years and will always be the Bell and Veness families spiritual Home.
Some may remember George in the Police Force in the 50’s and 60’sriding around on his Police bike handing out Tickets. He served with distinction in various Policing roles up till his retirement in 1990 and rose to the rank of Inspector.
He was also heavily involved with the Masonic Lodge, a place where he dedicated much of his time in the help of the needy, fundraising and caring for many of those people in the community not so fortunate.
Some may remember George as their Friendly Milkman in the 90’s, servicing much of Cambridge Park and Werrington areas as well as some of the Shops around town.
In his later years, George was no Stranger to his community, volunteering for Meals on wheels, and after some Health setbacks, threw his energy into keeping active and encouraging others with similar health problems to join him. He loved to keep his mind active and the local senior groups, particularly the Seniors Computer Club, found they had a great advocate in their ranks in George.
To us, his Family, he will always be Dad and Grandpa much Loved and truly missed.
His Funeral will be held on Monday the 20th of September at 11am as a live streamed event. We are sad that a proper tribute cannot be made for him at this time ( Covid19 ), but we will do the best with what we have given the current climate.
If anyone wishes to attend the Funeral on-line, please message the Family and we can provide you with a link.
Simon and Jenny Bell
Philippa and Anthony Veness
Tim Bell, Matthew Bell, Alison Bell, Jack Bell, and Noah Bell
Tayla Veness, Nick and Ellen Veness (and Grandpa’s first Great Grandchild on the way)
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Unfortunately my computer system has become weak and can no longer stand the strain I place upon it.
In order to get my systems up and running again, I have invested $6k in a new computer system which is currently being built and I would expect that a lot of the notices I place on the system, will be devoid of a lot of information that I usually include; until my new system arrives and my databases and photos are transferred across.
This might not be completed until late February 2022.
Cal
26 January 2022
Barry Allan POLLARD
| 21/02/2022
Barry Allan POLLARD
AKA Bappa
Late of ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 088
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 10194
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 14 August 1961 ( aged 19 years, 5 months, 25 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 30 October 1961 ( Aged 19 years, 8 months, 10 days )
Constable – appointed? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 1 April 1967
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 1 April 1971
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 February 1978
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 30 September 1984
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank= Sergeant ?/ Class
Stations: ?, South District ( 1968 ), ?, Albury GDs ( Sgt )( 1982 – 1987 ), ?
Service: From 14 August 1961 to? ? 1997? = 36 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 6 November 1980 ( Sgt )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 2 November 1988 ( Sgt )
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 28 August 1997 ( Sgt )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
25 January 2022
James Godfry MOLLOY
| 21/02/2022
James Godfry MOLLOY
AKA Jim MOLLOY, Molly
Late of ?
Not related to Warren Sydney MOLLOY, NSWPF # 8319 Although they did work at Chatswood in the same era.
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern ” Possibly ” Class # 079
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 2599
Regd. # 9349
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday ? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed 1 June 1959 ( aged 25 years, 11 months, 19 days )
Constable – appointed? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 1 June 1969
Leading Senior Constable – appointed? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 September 1974
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 30 September 1984
Final Rank= Sergeant 1st Class
Stations: ?, STP – North Sydney ( ? – 1978 ), ?, Divisional TRG, ?, Chatswood – Retirement
Service: From? ? 1959? to? ? 1988 = ? years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 September 1980 ( Sgt 3/c )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 22 September 1987 ( Sgt 1/c )
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 22 September 1987 ( Sgt 1/c )
Born: Tuesday 13 June 1933
Died on: Sunday 23 January 2022
Age: 88 years, 7 months, 10 days
Cause: Pneumonia
Event location: Northern Beaches hospital, NSW
Event date: ?
Funeral date: 1 February 2022 @ 11am
Funeral location: Sacred Heart Church, Park St, Mona Vale, NSW
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ? TBA
Buried at: Burial at Mona Vale Cemetery,
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
JIM is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Unfortunately my computer system has become weak and can no longer stand the strain I place upon it.
In order to get my systems up and running again, I have invested $6k in a new computer system which is currently being built and I would expect that a lot of the notices I place on the system, will be devoid of a lot of information that I usually include; until my new system arrives and my databases and photos are transferred across.
This might not be completed until late February 2022.
Cal
24 January 2022
Stephen Laurence RIDLEY
| 21/02/2022
Stephen Laurence RIDLEY
AKA Steve RIDLEY, Stephen RIDLEY, Riddles, Seagull
Late of Stanwell Park, NSW
Brother to NSWPF Member, Bob RIDLEY # 21763
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # Started with Class 119 ( who started on 12 May 1969 )
& was Sworn In with Class 126 ( who started on 22 February 1971 & Sworn In on 5 April 1971 )
NSW Police Cadet # 2484
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 14597
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 12 May 1969 ( aged 17 years, 1 month, 5 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 7 April 1971 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )
Wake location: Heathcote Hotel, Princes Hwy, Heathcote, NSW
Wake date: Tuesday 8 February 2022 after Service
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Early yesterday morning my dear big Brother Stephen Lawrence RIDLEY lost his battle with cancer.
A retired Police Officer who became one of the pioneers to modern fingerprint and crime scene investigation from Cadet Class 126.
He was also a great football player and total golf tragic and absolute larrikin.
You went too young mate a few months prior to your 70th birthday. You were my inspiration growing up and always looked out for me. I love you and will miss you.
Condolences to Steve’s wife – Bub Ridley, their daughter Teagon and grandchildren Sandon & Rae.
Bub and Riddles met through ‘work’. Bub’s was a Public Servant when they met.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
24 January 2022
Ronald Alwyn GREY
| 21/02/2022
Ronald Alwyn GREY AO DSO
AKA ?
Late of ? , Canberra, ACT, Australia
Australian Federal Police Force
Regd. # ?????
Rank: Commissioner – appointed ? February 1983
Final Rank= Commissioner
Stations: ?,
Service: From? February 1983 to? ? 1988 = 5 years Service
[blockquote]
AUSTRALIAN ARMY
Service name: Ronald Alwyn GREY
Service number: 57011
Rank: Major General
Unit Name: 7th Battalion. Royal Australian Regiment ( RAR )
Australian Staff Corps.
Date of birth: 2 July 1930
Place of birth: Subiaco, Perth, Western Australia
Date of intake:
Date of exit:
Total Days:
NS Training: ?
Conflicts: Indonesian Confrontation. 1962 – 1966
Vietnam. 1962 – 1975
National Service:
Follow Up Training:?
Basic Training: ?
Next of Kin: ?
Honours & Awards: Unit: Australian Staff Corps
Conflict: Indonesian Confrontation, 1962 – 1966
Rank: Major
London Gazette: 13 December 1966 – p 13461
Unit: 7th Battalion. Royal Australian Regiment
Conflict: Vietnam. 1962 – 1975
Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
London Gazette: 21 December 1971, p 13968
Award: Mention in Despatches.
London Gazette: 13 December 1966 p 13461
Conflict / Operation: Indonesian Confrontation 1962 – 1966
Medals: None for display
[/blockquote]
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: Companion of the Distinguished Service Order ( Imperial ) – granted 21 December 1971 ( Lt Col )( 7 Royal Australian Regiment – Commanding in Vietnam )
National Medal – granted 14 July 1977 ( Brigadier )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 14 July 1977 ( Brigadier )
Officer of the Order of Australia ( AO ) – granted 26 January 1983 ( Major General )( for service to the Australian Army, particularly as Chief of Operations Army and as General Officer Commanding Field Force Command )
National Medal – granted 8 March 1984 ( Commissioner )
2nd Clasp to the National Medal – granted 8 March 1984 ( Commissioner )
1st Clasp to the National Medal – granted 14 December 1988 ( Commissioner )
2nd Clasp to the National Medal – granted 14 December 1988 ( Commissioner )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
RON is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
The Australian Federal Police was today informed of the death of former Commissioner Major General Ronald Alwyn Grey AO DSO (Retd). Major General Grey was appointed as the second Commissioner of the AFP in February 1983 after a distinguished 35-year career in the Australian Defence Force.
Major General Grey played a significant role in expanding the AFP’s International Liaison Network from four to 12 countries during his tenure. The network now has AFP representatives in 33 countries and continues to play an important part in the AFP’s mission to combat serious organised crime.
Major General Grey endorsed a drive to modernise police methodology, with his term as Commissioner including the introduction of significant legislative reforms in the areas of telephone interceptions, proceeds of crime and cash transaction reports. The AFP undertook Operation Lavender during his tenure, a drug seizure that culminated in the arrest of 20 offenders in August 1985 and the dismantling of a major criminal enterprise involved in drug trafficking.
Major General Grey also led significant reforms in ACT Policing which resulted in reductions in property-related crime and the expansion of the Neighbourhood Watch program.
AFP Commissioner Reece Kershaw said Major General Grey was critical in leading the early development of the AFP into the world-leading law enforcement agency it is today. He served five years as Commissioner during the organisation’s formative years.
“It was during his tenure that the AFP significantly expanded the number of officers in offshore liaison roles to better combat the criminal threats targeting our country, and his emphasis on the value of criminal intelligence to target organised crime is a legacy that continues to this day.
“The AFP and Australia owes Major General Grey a great deal of thanks for ensuring the safety of the community we live and work in.
“I extend our condolences to Major General Grey’s family at this sad time, but also our appreciation for everything he did for this country throughout his accomplished career.”
Grey served in the Australian Army from 1950 to 1983, attaining the rank of major general in 1978. During his career he served in Borneo, Korea, and Vietnam.[1]
Grey was Mentioned in Despatches in recognition of gallant and distinguished conduct in the Borneo Territories during the period 24 December 1965 to 23 June 1966.[2]
He served as Chief of Operations – Army, and as General Officer Commanding Field Force Command in the early 1980s. For his service in these positions, Grey was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia.[4]
In 1988, Grey was commissioned to undertake a review of the rescue services in New South Wales. The recommendations of his review were implemented by the New South Wales government in 1989.[6]
Grey died on 20 January 2022, at the age of 91.[7]
Lieutenant Colonel Ronald Grey graduated from the Royal Military College on 12 December 1951 and was allotted to the Royal Australian Infantry. After a number of staff and regimental appointments both in Australia and overseas, he was appointed on 25 November 1968 as Commanding Officer, 7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment and arrived in Vietnam on 23 February 1970.
Lieutenant Colonel Grey has commanded his Battalion with distinction during its tour of duty in Vietnam. His tactical application together with his personal knowledge of the capacity of his officers, junior leaders and his soldiers, have enabled him to gain the maximum result from his force at all times.
From 3 August 1970 until 10 September 1970, Lieutenant Colonel Grey’s Battalion was engaged in Operation Cung Chung II in Southern Phuoc Tuy Province. Lieutenant Colonel Grey’s skilful and tenacious handling of the force in all areas allotted to him caused the enemy to lose control of the population centres in the 7th Battalion area.
Following a sub?unit contact on 30 December 1970, Lieutenant Colonel Grey rapidly redeployed elements of his force to cover probable enemy withdrawal routes. This timely action together with his knowledge of the enemy, the terrain and his force’s capabilities subsequently caused a major defeat to be inflicted on an enemy unit from which it is unlikely to recover for some time.
His tireless energy, devotion to duty, personal courage and tactical skill have shown him to be an outstanding Commander and his leadership of the Battalion has been in the highest tradition of his Regiment and the Australian Army.
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Cal
24 January 2022
John McKITTRICK
| 21/02/2022
John McKITTRICK
AKA ‘ The Black Prince ‘
Late of ?
May be related to J. J. McKITTRICK, NSWPF # 7297
Believe his brother was Paul McKITTRICK, NSWPF # 14834 who was stationed at Newtown
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # ” possibly started with Class 042 ”
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 8136
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed Wednesday 20 July 1955 ( aged 21 years, 11 months, 16 days )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: Mark G. Hammond Funeral Services, NSW
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
JOHN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Sad to report another 14/29 Division officer from the old days, John McKITTRICK, passed away in Port Macquarie on New Years Eve aged 88. Condolences to Larry and the family. R.I.P. John
I’m certain there will be fireworks at the pearly gates tonight to welcome Dad home to glory. I’ve never known a more consistent Christian man, excited to meet his maker.
Dad was the most wonderful man, who lit up everyone’s life with his warmth and huge smile. I haven’t got enough words now. It’s so sad to have lost him today. We’ll all be together again in heaven Dad. Thanks for all the classic one liners you’ve left us with, we will always laugh and remember your sayings.
Of you go, “home to glory”.
R.I.P. John McKittrick
4.8.33-31.12.2021
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