All friends and former colleagues are invited to attend.
The O’Brien family have accepted an offer of police involvement at the funeral service. The Port Stephens-Hunter Police District will provide uniformed personnel to attend the service.
O’BRIEN Barry John
21st May 2018
Aged 88 Years
Of Regis, Port Stephens
Dearly loved husband of Shirley (dec’d),
loved father and father-in-law of Annie and James, Pamela and David, John and Liz, Colleen and Malcolm
and a much loved grandfather and great grandfather.
Family and Friends are invited to attend BARRY’s Funeral Service to be held in the France Family Funeral Chapel, 45 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay on FRIDAY 1/6/2018 at 10.30am.
Published in Port Stephens Examiner on May 31, 2018
Barry O’BRIEN was a class mate back in 1955, My reg.No.8167 his 8192.
Barry had just came out of the RAN and back from Korea. I think he did his Radio Techs license in the Navy and served with my brother (also a Sparky) on the HMAS Sydney.
Barry never wore a uniform and went straight into the Communication section where he served his whole service.
I think you will find he and Bruce Waters kicked off the BAS Section in Redfern back in the 60s.
Has the same name as my old mate Barry John (Muktah) O’BRIEN from Fairy Meadow.
This is the only photo I have of him, taken out of our class photo.
Michael Thomas DeCourcey O’BRIEN
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Michael Thomas DeCourcey O’BRIEN
Late of ?
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # ‘Q‘ 6158
For the purposes of this website ‘Q‘ represents those Police joining between 1862 ( commencement of NSWPF ) – 23 February 1915 ( Commencement of NSWPF current numbering system )
Rank: Probationary Constable – Death
Stations: Central – 1 Division – Death
Service: From 17 March 1891to 31 May 1891= 6 WEEKS Service
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: ? ? c1865 – Ireland
Died on: Sunday 31 May 1891 about 1pm at Sydney Hospital
Age: 25
Cause: Horse accident – struck by horse and run over by buggy
Event location: Goulburn St & George St, Sydney CBD
Event date: Saturday 30 May 1891 about 8am
Funeral date: Wednesday 3 June 1891
Funeral location: Rookwood Necropolis
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Catholic Section, Sec M1, FF, 144
Grave location:
Memorial located at: ?
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Probationary Constable Michael Thomas DeCourcey O’BRIEN
Born c1865 Ireland.
Died 31/5/1891 aged 26. About 8am on Saturday 30 May, 1891 Probationary Constable O’Brien was on duty in the vicinity of Goulburn and George Streets, Sydney when he attempted to stop a runaway horse and buggy. As he did so he was struck by the horse, knocked to the ground, and was run over by the buggy. He was taken to the Sydney Hospital suffering from extensive head injuries however he passed away about 1pm the following day. He was in the Police for only 6 weeks. He was a single man.
A number of newspaper reports state that he had a large funeral attended by many Police from the Inspector General down with a long Police procession leaving from Sydney hospital where he died from his injuries.
According to the SMH 2/6/1891 the funeral was to leave the Sydney Hospital at 1.30pm on 3/6/1891 for the Necropolis (Rookwood). (Catholic Section) O’Brien, Michael Thomas, 03 Jun 1891, 26, SEC*M1*FF**144.
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Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 – 1954), Monday 1 June 1891, page 4
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 1891.
CONSTABLE Michael Thomas O’Brien, who was injured in George-street on Saturday morning whilst attempting to arrest the progress of a runaway horse, died in the Sydney Hospital yesterday afternoon.
Australian Star (Sydney, NSW : 1887 – 1909), Monday 1 June 1891, page 5
the late constable O’Brien.
The Inspector-General of Police has received with extreme concern the report of the death of Constable Thomas De Coursey O’Brien, which adds another number to the honorable list of the police who have sacrificed their lives in the execution of their duty, the force and the public having in this instance lost the services of a promising and efficient officer.
Mr. Fosbery desires that every respect may be shown at the deceased’s funeral by the attendance of as many of his officers and comrades as can be safely spared from duty.
Australian Star (Sydney, NSW : 1887 – 1909), Monday 1 June 1891, page 6
STOPPING A RUNAWAY.
A Constable Injured.
In his efforts to stop a runaway this morning Constable O’Brien, of No. 1 Station, was somewhat seriously injured. He was on duty in George-street, and when passing the tobacco shop of Messrs. Craig and Aitken a horse attached to a cart belonging to the firm bolted; owing to someone throwing a cracker in front of the animal.
Immediately the runaway made off O’Brien started in pursuit; and, catching up to the horse, seized hold of the reins, when, through the animal swerving, the constable was struck in the chest by the shaft and knocked down.
Before the officer could regain his feet the wheels passed over his body, and O’Brien was left lying on the ground seriously hurt. On being admitted to the Sydney Hospital the victim was seen to have received one or two very nasty scalp wounds, in addition to being seriously injured about the chest and body.
Australian Star (Sydney, NSW : 1887 – 1909), Thursday 4 June 1891, page 6
FUNERAL OF THE LATE CONSTABLE O’BRIEN.
The funeral of the late Constable O’Brien, who succumbed in the Sydney Hospital on Sunday to injuries received the previous day, in a plucky attempt to stop a runaway in George-street, took place this afternoon.
Though only a recent addition to the force, O’Brien had placed himself on the most friendly terms with men and officers alike, and the young fellow’s frank and jovial disposition won what it merited — the high esteem and respect of every comrade.
The funeral, which started from the hospital, was numerously attended, and among those who paid the last tribute to the memory of the deceased were the Inspector-General of Police (Mr. E. Fosbery), Mr. Superintendent Read and nearly all the inspectors of the metropolitan divisions.
About 100 constables walked on foot, preceding the hearse, while about an equal number, including commissioned and non commissioned officers, brought up the rear in cabs and other vehicles. Immediately following the hearse were two mourning couches containing the brother and more intimate friends of the deceased.
Constable O’Brien, who was knocked down in attempting to stop a runaway horse on Saturday, and who succumbed to his injuries in the Sydney Hospital on Sunday, was buried at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Rookwood, today.
The Inspector-General of Police, the superintendent, a number of inspectors, sub-inspectors, and about 150 men attended the funeral, out of respect to the deceased gallant young officer.
2013: Inspector Steve Johnson and Acting Shoalhaven Local Area Commander, Acting Superintendent Paul Condon
2013: POLAIR 3: Senior crew member John Smith, NSW Police Force Inspector Steve Johnson, pilot Allan Gary and assistant crew Kate Howe at the NSW Police Force open day at Nowra Anglican College on Saturday.
2017: Shoalhaven Local Area Command Chief Inspector Steve Johnson with some of the guns surrendered locally during the gun amnesty.
2016: SCRUMPTIOUS DELIGHTS: Shoalhaven LAC Chief Inspector Steve Johnson, Senior Constable Brian Balding and Constable Simon French with some of the delights from Thursday’s morning tea.
2013: POSITIVE POLICING: Local Area Commander Superintendent Joe Cassar and customer service duty officer for Shoalhaven Local Area Command Inspector Steven Johnson encourage the community to compliment a cop.
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Steve was an Inspector & Chief Inspector Stationed at Nowra ( Shoalhaven LAC ) and had been on loan to Lake Illawarra LAC, South Region Office and currently at Bowral LAC due to the current restructure of the NSW Police Force.
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No matter your age,
No matter your rank,
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May you forever Rest In Peace mate.
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Steven Johnson
22nd May 2018
At Home
Late of Cambewarra
Formerly of North Nowra and Orient Point
Beloved soulmate and best friend of Sue
Adored Dad of Flynn (Squishy) and Molly (Pickle)
Sadly missed son and son-in-law of John & Carol, Barry & Judy Turner
Much loved brother, brother-in-law and Uncle
The Shoalhaven will be so much poorer for the loss of this incredible, community man
Aged 47 years
Jonno’s funeral service will be held at
The Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra
on Wednesday 30th May 2018 at 11:00am
Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made at the service for Shoalhaven Suicide Prevention Network
Jonno’s family invite you to join them for some light refreshments after the service, in the function room at The Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre.
Steve was always there for his work colleagues and community alike. He was also an active member and part of the Camp Quality family who was loved by all the companions and campers.
An avid fisherman, Steve often took his mates and kids out fishing.
Chief Inspector Johnson … a True Gentleman and Humanitarian. You will be missed. Thank you for your service. Rest easy Sir.
Koz
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Death of former Illawarra police officer Steven ‘Jonno’ Johnson shocks community
Cydonee Mardon
The Illawarra police community is mourning the sudden loss of a well-loved and respected senior community-based cop.
Chief Inspector Steven “Jonno” Johnson, formerly of Lake Illawarra and the Shoalhaven commands died unexpectedly on Tuesday.
“Jonno will be very much missed by everyone he knew,” a long-time colleague told the Mercury.
“He was one of those quirky people who would always put a smile on your face by one of his many stories or passions that he was involved with,” the police officer said.
“I don’t think people realise the amount of work he did for the Aboriginal community, for conservation with his fishing and general community causes. He had a strong passion for fishing and if anyone showed a slight inkling of interest he would have them straight on his boat and take them out.
“Jonno was one of those people who got more satisfaction from doing things for others than for himself.”
Tributes are flowing on Facebook for the 47-year-old officer being remembered “as a legendary and inspirational man”.
Senior Constable Koz Ismail, who worked with Jonno at Lake Illawarra and has produced a video tribute, said his colleague was “a man of endless empathy”.
( see video above )
“He worked for the community, he was an endless supporter of the youth and indigenous youth.
“He was passionate to the case of youth mental health, always put the community and his peers first before himself.
“He was a loving family man, a selfless community man and police officer.”
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 28 August 1997
Born: 14 August 1951
Died on: Wednesday 9 May 2018 just after 9pm
Age: 66
Cause: Cancer
Event location: Mercy Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, Albury
Event date: Wednesday 9 May 2018
Funeral date: Wednesday 16 May 2018 @ 11am
Funeral location: Lester & Son Funeral Home, 359 Wantigong St, North Albury
Funeral Parlour: Lester & Son Funeral Home, North Albury
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial located at: ?
Sharon & Desmond Bruce RESTALL
1991 Australian Police Indoor Cricket Titles, Tasmania. NSW Masters squad. Some legends among us here…! REAR ROW ( L – R ) ?, Graham STEVENS, ?, ?, ? FRONT ROW ( L – R ) ?, Des RESTALL, Bob GARE ( RIP ), Kevin PIPER, ? Although these fellows are in the photo – I don’t know who is who Lester ROBEY, Paul GRECH, Graham STOCKWELL, Graeme PARKER, ‘SULLY‘
DESMOND is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
Funeral location:
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Mercy Palliative Care Unit.
Beloved son of William (dec) and Merle.
Brother of Ray (dec), Lyndelle and Noel.
Loving husband and best friend of Sharon.
Loving father and father in law to Lisa, Luke and Nicole, Mikaela and Koden.
Loving poppy to Daveida, Caresse, Georgie, Darcy, Macauley and Leo.
Rest in Peace.
May 14, 2018
To Sharon and the extended Restall families,
Our Deepest Sympathies on the passing of Des, fond memories of our cricketing days at New City. He was one of nature’s gentlemen.
Our thoughts are with you all.
– Ozzie and Di
Allan & Diane Ingrey,
Lavington, New South Wales
May 14, 2018
Desmond Restall, deepest sympathies to his wife Sharon and the Restall family.
Des was a member of long standing, past committee member and player at the squash club.
Always a good sport, Des was quick with either a drink or a joke, never taking things too seriously. His energy and drive will be greatly missed.
From the President, on behalf of the SS&A Squash & Racquetball Club members.
May 14, 2018
To Sharon and Family, Deepest sympathy, thinking of you all at this time. A very sad loss of a good mate, all the better for knowing Des.
Ken & Paula Zegiel
May 14, 2018
To Sharon and Family, Our Deepest sympathy, thinking of you all. A very sad loss of a good mate, all the better for knowing Des.
Ken & Paula Zegiel
May 14, 2018
Restall Desmond,
To Sharon, Lisa, Luke, Mikaela and Families.
Deepest Sympathy to you all. It was a pleasure to know Des for many years. What memories we have of the years we worked together at the P C Y C and the netball trips driving the bus to city and country netball carnivals.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Yvonne Jacob and Family
May 13, 2018
Will miss you at the footy always a great judge of fine footy and a dedicated man to the job
Paul Leddy,
Albury
May 15, 2018
Restall Des
Deepest sympathy to Sharon and family.
Des was a member of the New South Wales Police Force for over 35 years.
His service to the people of New South Wales was exemplary.
Chairman and Members of the Murray River Retired Police Association.
“We will remember them”
May 15, 2018
Restall Desmond
With great sorrow in our hearts our thoughts turn to Sharon and her family at the loss of Des.
A remarkable man, husband, father and pop.
He will be greatly missed
from Sharon’s work colleagues
JLT family.
May 14, 2018
Restall Desmond Bruce (Des)
Deepest sympathy to Sharon and family.
Des was a respected and valued workmate. With his dry sense of humour and he was always up for spoiling us with morning tea.
Des will be sadly missed by all of his colleagues at Patton Albury.
Published in: The Border Mail
May 12, 2018
Restall Des
Deepest sympathy to Luke and Des’s extended families on the passing Des.
Des was a fantastic supporter, past committee member, specialist coach and mentor at SPCC.
From the President, Committee Players and supporters of St. Patrick’s Cricket Club.
Family and friends of the late Desmond Bruce Restall are invited to attend the celebration of his life which will be held at the Evergreen Chapel, Lester and Son Funeral Home, Cnr of Mate and Wantigong Streets, North Albury on Wednesday 16 May 2018 commencing at 11.00am.
Private cremation
Place your tributes at lesterandson.com.au Published in The Border Mail on May 12, 2018
Restall Family May 11, 2018
RESTALL, Desmond Bruce14/8/1951-9/5/2018Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Mercy Palliative Care Unit. Beloved son of William (dec) and Merle. Brother of Ray (dec), Lyndelle and Noel. Loving husband and best friend of Sharon. Loving father and father in law to Lisa, Luke and Nicole, Mikaela and Koden. Loving poppy to Daveida, Caresse, Georgie, Darcy, Macauley and Leo.Rest in Peace.
Marie zagrovicMay 12, 2018
Deepest sympathy to Sharon, Mikaela and family on the loss of Des so sorry to hear the sad news.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. May he rest in peace.
Anna SutcliffMay 12, 2018
To Dear Sharon, Mikaela, Luke, Lisa and family,
Thinking of you in this sad time. Your father will be greatly missed.
Lots of love, Auntie Anna, Allan, Luke and Thomas
Heather WardMay 13, 2018
Our love to Sharon and family
Till we meet again Des Love Heather, Garry, Tona, Tilly and Sianna xxxx
Robyn MathewMay 15, 2018
Dear Sharon, Mikaela, Lisa, Luke and familyThinking of you allLots of LoveRobyn and Bruce Mathew and family
Nothing further is known about this man at this time.
Cal
080518
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Sidney Francis AXAM
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Sidney Francis AXAM
Late of Kiama
AKA Slippery, Sid
“possibly” Academy Class # 88
New South Wales Police Force
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Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 27 February 1961
Was a Detective, or at least a Plain Cloths Constable, in December 1963
Constable 1st Class – appointed 27 February 1967
Detective Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 22 May 1977 ( still appeared in the 1979 Stud Book as Sgt 3/c )
Detective
Final Rank – ?
Stations: ?, Central – 1 Division ( – 1978 – Detectives ), Darlinghurst – 3 Division ( 1978 – 81 – from Plain Cloths to Uniform GD’s ), Manly, Dee Why,
Service: From? ? pre February 1961 to? ? ? ( Resigned ) = ? years Service
After his Resignation, Sid worked as an Ordinance Officer with Shellharbour Council for many years
Awards: National Medal – granted 11 December 1980 ( Det Sgt )
National Police Service Medal – presented 6 September 2016
Born: 6 October 1938
Died on: Sunday 6 May 2018
Age: 79
Cause: ?
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Friday 11 May 2018 @ 2pm
Funeral location: Stan Crapp Funerals, 125 Manning St, Kiama
Funeral Parlour: Stan Crapp Funerals, Kiama
Buried at: ?
Memorial located at: ?
Sid AXAM receiving his National Police Service Medal at Retired Police Day – Lake Illawarra Police Station on 8 September 2016 by acting Local Area Commander, Supt. Zoran Dzevlan.
Sid at the Jamberoo 2017 ANZAC day march
Sid at the 2017 Kiama ANZAC ceremony
Sid AXAM at the 100 years of ANZAC ceremony at Kiama – 2015
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Sid was a Detective with Detective Norman SHEATHER ( NSWPF # 6006 ) and they both worked on the Shooting death of Constable Cyril HOWE at Oaklands on 20 December 1963.
It is said that in 1978 Sid, and Detective Joe PARRINGTON ( “possibly” F.J. Parrington # 6880 ) were the only detectives left who still wore fedoras.
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David J. BARNETT
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David J. BARNETT
Late of ?
Academy Class # 120
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 13831
Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 15 September 1969
Senior Constable – appointed 15 September 1978
Sergeant – appointed 8 March 1986
Stations: ?, Det SenCon,
Service: From? ? pre September 1969? to? ? ? = ? years Service
Much loved father and father-in-law of Greg (dec’d) and Ruth, Doug and Libby.
Loved and adored ‘Da’ to his many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.
Cherished brother, brother-in-law and uncle of the Gill, McGuire, and Hogan families.
The Family & Friends of Walter are warmly invited to attend a Celebration of His Life to be held in The Chapel, of Lake Macquarie Memorial Park, Cessnock Rd, Ryhope TOMORROW Thursday 3rd May, 2018, service commencing at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers and In Memory of Walter, donations to ‘HMRI – Cancer Research‘ may be made at the service.
‘Forever In Our Hearts’
Published in The Newcastle Herald on May 2, 2018
Nothing further, at this time, is known about this man and his career with NSWPF.
Cal
020518
Betty GILL
GILL (Nee: McGuire) Betty
Late of Blackalls Park
Passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family 2nd September, 2019
Aged 92 Years
Dearly loved wife of The Late Wal Gill.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg (dec’d) & Ruth, Doug and Libby.
Loved & adored Nan of Her grandchildren, great grandchildren & great great grandchildren.
A loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt of the Gill, McGuire and Hogan families.
The family and friends of Betty are warmly invited to attend a Celebration of Her Life to be held in The Chapel of Lake Macquarie Memorial Park, Cessnock Rd, Ryhope this Friday 6th September, 2019 service commencing at 3pm.
In lieu of flowers and In Memory of Betty, donations to ‘HMRI-Brain & Mental Health’ may be made at the service.
‘Together Again’Published in The Newcastle Herald from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2019.
STRAWBRIDGE:
WA POLICE UNION Members are invited to attend the Funeral Service for our late retired member Graham Dudley Strawbridge 4611 at Fremantle Cemetery on Saturday (28.04.2018) at 10.00am.
Thank you for your service, devotion & loyalty. Condolences to Joshua, family, friends and the Thin Blue Line.
Heaven gained another angel
The beautiful Detective Senior Constable Kelly Mason (Hagan) has lost her very courageous battle with cancer.
Kelly commenced operational duties with the Queensland Police Service in 2008 where she was assigned first year duties within the Ipswich Police District.
Kel finished her first year where she was tenured to the Goodna Police Station. After Goodna, Kel completing her tenure at Goodna Station – Kelly transferred to Springfield Police Station on it’s opening before obtaining a position with the Ipswich Child Protection Investigation Unit where she gained a reputation as a lead investigator with dogged determination and gained the admiration of many officers who would often come to her for advice and help.
Kel obtained her Detectives appointment (which is no easy task); whilst on the Detective Training Program Kel met her best friend and soul mate Josh Mason.
Kel then moved on to the beautiful Sunshine Coast to be with Josh and she continued to work as a Detective within the Noosa Child Protection Investigation Unit where she could continue her passion of helping others.
Kel married her soul mate Joshua Mason on the 12th of March 2016.
As Kel and Josh began to set a life together fate stepped in and showed her hand.
Beautiful Kel was diagnosed with rare form of cervical cancer in November 2017.
Kel fought the good fight and never once let her situation bring her down, as sick as she was she made the most of life living every minute for her family and her friends which meant the world to her.
Kel was always know for her beautiful smile, kind soul and gentle nature. the mark that she has left in this world will never be forgotten.
Funeral Service information for Kelly Mason.
The funeral will be held this Friday the 4th of May at 2pm at the Lifepointe Baptist Church located at 186 Wises Road, Buderim, Sunshine Coast.
This will be an open public funeral with Police tribute.
A reminder that the wish fund is continuing to assist the family with any financial costs. Each contribution, no matter how small is greatly appreciated.
ANZ bank
BSB: 014672
Account: 221316906
Account name: Joshua mason
