POCKRAN:
The Funeral Service for the late Mr William (Bill) Norman Morrison Pockran of Rockingham, will be conducted in Our Chapel, 69 Dixon Rd, Rockingham at 10.30am on MONDAY (07.11.2016).
A Private Cremation will follow.
69 DIXON ROAD ROCKINGHAM 9528 1244 chipperfunerals.com.au
“POCKRAN William Norman (Bill): Born: 28.4.1942 Died:…”
– William POCKRAN
Published in: The West Australian
POCKRAN
William Norman (Bill):
Born: 28.4.1942
Died: 30.10.2016
Husband of Jean Pockran (dec).
Father of Ryan, Matthew and Greg.
Poppy to Darcy, Chloe, Alecs and Brock.
Peace at last for a character of Rockingham.
RIP Blutac Bill…
Thank you to the staff at Armadale Hospital, Bethany and Silver Chain. Your love and attention was greatly appreciated.
Published in The West Australian on Nov. 2, 2016
Monday, 7 November 2016
POCKRAN William (Bill):
We’ll miss you Bill. A real character, we’ve had lots of laughs and debates with you over the years. Rest in Peace old mate. Pat
Published in: The West Australian
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Rockingham disabled man Bill Pockran, who had his gopher stolen last week, is overwhelmed by kindness and donations from strangers, receiving a replacement scooter at the weekend. Picture: Hayley Goddard
A wheelchair-bound Rockingham man who was left “trapped” in his house after his gopher was stolen last week has been overwhelmed by the generosity of strangers.
Bill Pockran, who requires dialysis three times a week, has had a rough year dealing with the death of his mother, wife and dog, the theft of his only mode of transport and almost $10,000 hacked from his bank accounts.
The news that several strangers wanted to donate him a replacement gopher or fundraise money to help, far outweighed his expectations.
“The response has been wonderful – I’m just so appreciative of what people and police have done and how they’ve wanted to help,” Mr Pockran said.
“It’s great to see there are caring people in the world – it’s a wonderful feeling and I feel much better than I did last week.
“I felt deserted on an island – my independence was gone.
“How can you do this to someone who is defenceless?”
Police South Metropolitan Community Engagement Unit Sergeant Paul Trimble said the theft was a “gutless” act and hoped people with information could come forward about the whereabouts of the 73-year-old man’s canopied scooter.
The ex-NSW policeman lost his leg in 1969 while on duty riding a police motorcycle which malfunctioned. Mr Pockran said doctors believed years of taking chronic pain medication had caused his kidneys to deteriorate.
He said he was in talks with his bank about how to get the money back.
Sgt Trimble urged anyone with information to contact 131 444.
“It’s unbelievable how people can target the elderly,” he said. “Most people in the community would agree this is a gutless act.”
Another scenario dealt with by Police on a regular basis. I feel for this man that has lost his independence, his only mode of transport, gone! because of a thoughtless act of thievery. I f anyone knows something about this please let police know. As a community working together lets help get this man his gopher back.
GOPHER STOLEN
A wheel-chair bound Rockingham man has been left “trapped” in his house after his gopher was stolen on Sunday night. Police South Metropolitan Community Engagement Unit Sergeant Paul Trimble said the theft was a “gutless” act and hoped people with information could come forward about the whereabouts of a 75-year-old man’s only mode of transport. Bill Pockran, who requires dialysis three times a week, has had a rough year dealing with the death of his mother, wife and dog, and now the theft of his gopher and about $1200 hacked from his bank account. “I’m devastated, I’ve only got $2.48 to last the fortnight,” he said. “How can you do this to someone who is selfless and defenseless?“I feel deserted on an island – my independence is gone. “I’m stranded and can’t get out for a coffee at the beach.” The ex-NSW policeman lost his leg in 1969 while on duty riding a police motorcycle which malfunctioned. Mr Pockran said doctors believed years of taking chronic pain medication had caused his kidneys to deteriorate. He said he was in talks with his bank about how to get the money back but would need to check with his son, his power of attorney, about the insurance on his gopher. Sgt. Trimble urged anyone with information to contact 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. “It’s unbelievable how people can target the elderly,” he said. “Most people in the community would agree this is a gutless act.” This article and photograph was supplied by the Sound Telegraph
A wheel-chair bound Rockingham man has been left “trapped” in his house after his gopher was stolen on Sunday night. Police South Metropolitan Community Engagement Unit Sergeant Paul Trimble said the theft was a “gutless” act and hoped people with information could come forward about the whereabouts of a 75-year-old man’s only mode of transport. Bill Pockran, who requires dialysis three times a week, has had a rough year dealing with the death of his mother, wife and dog, and now the theft of his gopher and about $1200 hacked from his bank account.
“I’m devastated, I’ve only got $2.48 to last the fortnight,” he said.
“How can you do this to someone who is selfless and defenseless?“I feel deserted on an island – my independence is gone.
“I’m stranded and can’t get out for a coffee at the beach.” The ex-NSW policeman lost his leg in 1969 while on duty riding a police motorcycle which malfunctioned.
Mr Pockran said doctors believed years of taking chronic pain medication had caused his kidneys to deteriorate.
He said he was in talks with his bank about how to get the money back but would need to check with his son, his power of attorney, about the insurance on his gopher.
Sgt. Trimble urged anyone with information to contact 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
“It’s unbelievable how people can target the elderly,” he said.
“Most people in the community would agree this is a gutless act.” This article and photograph was supplied by the Sound Telegraph.
Kerrie MayallOmg. this man is so lovely I remember he use to ride his gopha and have his lovely little dog walk by his side. I would love to help bill please let us know what we can do.
Melissa HoodWould love to help, please let us know any way we can donate to buy him a new one. That man worked to protect his community and lost his leg and way of life for doing so. Now it’s our turn to help him.
Trish MoultonPoor man. He has had a rough deal in life. Pls let us know how we can help this person. My mum was 98 n her gopher got stolen from her garage. It’s effect on her was devestating. All the best mate. Hope someone donates a gopher to u or we can raise enough Money for u to purchase another.
Butsy RJI can guarantee there will be a quick whip around at the local police station to buy a new one for this ex police officer from NSW. Sad story. What low life would steal it????
Alan FlannoAny crackhead looking for something to flog for their next fix. They’re always stealing anything they can get their filthy hands on to make some cash to fund the habit
Anthony Fess ParkerGive us a place to donate & I will be happy to put a few dollars in Cheers Fess Parker Ex W.A Traffic (6144) or e-mail me fess152@bigpond.net.au & scammers don’t even think about it – I wasn’t born yesterday, as a former member of the SAS Regiment & a former W.A Police Officer I will hunt you down. Don’t worry Bill we will look after you, Live down your way Cheers Fess Parker
Kelly WilsonWhen the cops catch them I hope they go hard on this nasty person that’s so gutless.I feel for ppl like this.hope everything turns out gd.xxxx
Rani SaxenaPoor man when they catch those low life’s I would like to spend 5 mins with them on my own give them a what for. I may not be able to walk or stand much but oh boy I give them something. How dare they hurt someone like that
Kate FennellWhat sort of scum bag would do that. Being in an electric chair being without it will make his life impossible, I hope his is either returned or funds can be raised really quickly to replace his.
Shelly JovanovicThat us just awful that poor man what revolting people to steal something like that bloody scum bags hope he gets another real soon good luck mate
Barbara HeatonPoor man, hope everything returns out ok and they get the low life scums that did this. As if he not going though enough at the moment.
Each day I lost a bit of faith in humanity.
What have we become.Thank goodness there are still good people out there that can restore it..
Betty HewitsonThere is no respect for the elderly ,they get robbed beaten ,About time the law did something about it ,our Police do their best ,hope whoever stole the gopher, gives it back ,
Jane OldfieldMaybe if we want to donate money to help Bill Pockran we can maybe contact the police station and speak to the officer Sargent Paul Trimble Rockingham police station WA . About how you go about sending a donation .
Caroline DavidsonHas any one found out where we could donate money to this beautiful man woulf really like to help him get on his feet..hope tge lowlifes that have done this will get karma back on them 10 times over..
Clair SuttonContact Rockingham Police Station and ask for Sergeant Trimble. A few people have done this today already. Hopefully we can help this guy out in any way possible.
Jarrad BarryWhere about a is he? I’ve got a couple of days off till I’m away for a month then back again so if he needs any help with getting around I’m more than happy to do so!
Carol BascombeI hope when they catch these gutless Bsssssssssss that you name an shame on face book for us all to see. It seems to be happening so much. They are gutless an cowards
Gem CatThis is beyond awful, I cannot begin to understand how someone could target someone like this. Definitely keen to donate too, a gofundme page or the like would be great! Please let us know
Rank: Commence Training at Goulburn Police Academy on 10 November 1986 ( aged 31 years, 10 months, 5 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 6 February 1987 ( aged 32 years, 1 month, 1 day )
Constable – appointed 6 February 1988
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: Senior Constable
Stations: Only stationed at Albury – Intelligence Office – death
Service: From 10 November 1986to 7 November 2016=19+years Service
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: Wednesday 5 January 1955
Died on: Monday 7 November 2016
Age: 61 years, 10 months, 2 days
Cause: Short illness
Event location: Albury Base Hospital, NSW
Funeral date: Thursday 10 November 2016 @ 2pm
Funeral location: the Chapel, John Hossack Funeral Services, 435 Wilson St, Albury, NSW
Buried at: Cremated – Ashes with family
Memorial at: ?
Murray River RFPA and Murray River Police District have been working together for some time to establish a memorial to commemorate officers who passed whilst serving. Today ( Police Remembrance Day – 29 September 2021 ) the Virtual Dedication Ceremony was held and the plaque unveiled in Albury Police Station Conference Room in the Church. Many thanks to Supt Paul Smith APM MRPD, Commander & Paul Cole, Assistant Secretary, MR RFPA for their work together to bring about this outcome. We will remember them. Lest we forget.
BRIAN 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.
Today was the funeral for Sgt Stephen BUTLER (Ret) at Palmdale of the Central Coast. Was estimated that 400 were in attendance many of whom were retired members. The family were most appreciative Thank you
Cook LazSorry I couldn’t get down there for Harry’s funeral. Hope to get down pre-Christmas and catch up with the lads. RIP Harry.
HOLLINS:
The Funeral Service for Snr Constable Ian Hollins of WA Police will be held in the Police Academy Chapel Joondalup commencing at 2pm on WEDNESDAY (2.11.2016). The family request all wear blue.
A private Cremation will take place at a later time.
Our hearts go out to the family, friends and colleagues of Member Ian Hollins, who sadly lost his battle with melanoma.
As the sun surely sets: dawn will see it arise, for service, above self, demands its own prize.
You have fought the good fight: life’s race has been run, and peace, your reward, for eternity begun.
And we that are left, shall never forget, rest in peace friend and colleague, for the sun has now set. We will remember. Hasten the dawn.
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Ian HOLLINS
HOLLINS (Ian):
A Pop, Father, Son and Husband too
A serving officer of our country who we lost too soon
The smile, the giggle and the cheeky attitude
Are only a few of the many ways we will remember you
We saw the suffering and we felt the pain
We fought along side you each and every day
As time went on you began to fade away
But inside all of us your memory remains
Although our hearts ache and our souls bleed
Your legacy lives on in all of us and your spirit is free
We love you now and will forever
Your life is and always will be treasured
So watch over us for now and we will see you again soon
We’ll carry you with us in all that we do.
Love always Shaz, Courts, Ryles, Brycey and Shaelz
HOLLINS (Ian):
Dearly loved son and brother of Des (dec), Cynthia and Bruce, Lynda, Denise and their families.
Fly like an eagle Ian, love and miss you.
So happy you are free of pain.Funeral Director Info
Published in The West Australian on Oct. 29, 2016
Tuesday, 1 November 2016
My beautiful big brother and uncle Ian. you left such a hole inside me that will never be filled. I love you always and ever.
Thank you for being my big brother. Until we see each other again xxxxxxx
~
Kayla Hollins,
Perth, Western Australia
Tuesday, 1 November 2016
RIP Ian Hollins PD7201.
The bloke with a smoke and a can ‘a’ coke.
With both in hand there he would stand resilient- under the vehicle awning of Karratha cop shop.
Bloody Legend.
~
Matt Lunny,
Alkimos, Western Australia
Tuesday, 1 November 2016
May you forever Rest In Peace.
https://police.freom.com/ian-hollins/
Tuesday, 1 November 2016
HOLLINS (Ian):
Rest in peace valued friend and colleague, sadly missed by all who knew and served with him. Deepest condolences to Sharon and family. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Members, Directors and Staff WA Police Union.
Published in: The West Australian
Tuesday, 1 November 2016
HOLLINS (Ian ): Staff of the Mid West-Gascoyne District Police extend their condolences to Sharon and family on the passing of Ian.
Ian worked in Geraldton Nov 1999 to Feb 2005 he will be remembered fondly by all who new him R.I.P.
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian Desmond): The Commissioner of Police and all members of the Western Australia Police regret the passing of our colleague Ian Hollins Registered Number 7201. Deepest sympathy to all of his loved ones.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 29 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian ): To Sharon and family. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Ian. A loyal friend and work mate.
RIP.
Gary and Vicki
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian):
To Sharon, Courtney, Ryleigh, Bryce and Shaelyn, our thoughts are with you all on the sad loss of your beloved Ian. Love Aunty Shirl, Uncle Dave, Jo and Tim, Amanda and Matt, and families.
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian ): If our love could have saved you, you would never have died.
You were taken from us far too soon, but the wonderful memories of our times together will bring comfort to us all.
Our heartfelt deepest sympathy to our Sister and Aunty Shaz, Nieces, Nephew and Cousins, Courtney, Ryleigh, Bryce and Shaelyn.
Love Always, Michelle, Stuart, Olivia and Jasmine.
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian):
To Sharon, Courts – Ryles, Bryce and Shaelz.
Still hard to accept the loss of our son-in-law, your grief is shared by us. He was always happy to see us, Ian will be missed. Pain free now. Mum and Dad (Nan, Pop)
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian):
My heartfelt sympathy to Sharon and family on your sad loss.
Love Nana
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 31 October 2016
HOLLINS (Ian):Dearly loved son and brother of Des (dec), Cynthia and Bruce, Lynda, Denise, Kayla, Jeannette, Louise and their families.
Fly like an eagle Ian, love and miss you. So happy you are free of pain.
My dad’s name is Ian Hollins and he has been a police officer for 30 years. He is a loving father of 4, husband, son, brother, uncle and poppy to 2 beautiful little girls. He has been diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma. This is his story. Early last year, my dad had a small mole on his hip that had never been a concern in the past and i doubt he even knew was there. He walked through a door and bumped the mole. It immediately grew to 12cm in diameter. Dad ignored the pain and continued to work through it for months. My mum had noticed the mole leaking and could see that it was making my dad very uncomfortable. But instead of going to the dr, my dad worked through the pain and got on with his job. By this stage simple things and getting out of the police car and wearing a gun belt were excruciating. Yet he continued.. The pain became too much to handle so my dad drove himself down to the emergency room at Nickol Bay Hospital in Karratha. The drs took one look at him, took a scan, and delivered the news to my dad. It was in fact an aggressive melanoma that had spread to the lymph nodes, lung and ribcage. My dad was diagnosed with melanoma in October 2015 at 49 years of age. We knew it was going to be a long and difficult road, especially living in Karratha! The police department transferred my dad to Lancelin WA to be closer to medical help and to his family. My darling mum had to leave her job to help look after my dad. Since october he has had 2 major surgeries, treatments, countless appointments, scans and tests and he is still fighting. It wasn’t until he had a seizure in june 2016 we then realised that the melanoma had spread to his brain. Another major bump in the road but we will continue to fight! So i am starting up this go fund me page to help out my parents with travel, appointment costs, treatments, medicines and accommodation for the family if things become very hard. Money should be the last thing they need to stress about and i feel this will help my dad along his way and get him the best treatment possible! We are refusing to give up on him. Thank you to all of our family and friends. You have all been so wonderful and we are incredibly lucky to have you. My dad is a brave wonderful man and is an asset to the police department and to the community. Please help us fight!
Update 1
3 months ago
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To everyone that has donated, We are ever so grateful and this has absolutely filled our hearts with love and hope! Love the Hollins Family xx
Update 2
2 months ago
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Hey everyone! Just an update on my dad! He will be having his last radiation treatment next monday! The radiotherapy makes him very tired and a little light headed but apart from that he is doing ok. Time to work on getting his strength back and putting on the weight he has lost. Thankyou all for your donations and kind wishes. He will beat this. Love from Courtney xx
Update 3
1 month ago
Hey guys! I know a lot of you have been asking me how dad has been going so i thought i would update everyone at once. For the last couple of weeks dad has been very sick and lethargic. We decided to take him to joondalup hospital last Sunday where we waited 7 hours in emergency! Poor dad was very frail which was heartbreaking for us to see as we are used to this big strong cop! They finally got him through and tried taking some blood which was nearly impossible with him being as dehydrated as he was. Tests come back and yes it was severe dehydration. Dad spent 4 nights in hospital. A couple of drs delivered the same news “ian we can’t do anything else for you” which is bullshit. Dad is out of hospital now looking better! We WILL keep fighting and trying everything!! No one can tell us otherwise. HOLLINS blood is strong ❤
Update 4
1 month ago
My father’s day present to dad was a ticket to the Eagles prelim final tonight! From as long as i can remember, dad has been a die hard eagles fan and not once has had the chance to go to a live game. I remember when i was young, rolling my eyes as he swore and screamed at the tv during a game. Definitely a passionate fan! Have the best night dad!! This will give him the boost he needs❤ thankfully he is having a good day:)
Update 5
1 month ago
Hey everyone! Once again thank you for the shares and donations! I’m boosting this post as we have more plans in place. Its really up to us now to cure dad as the dr has said there is nothing else they can do. (Which is typical) We WILL NOT give up and there will be a way we can help him. ❤ #fightingforian
Update 6
1 month ago
So here’s the latest news on dad for everyone who has been asking:)
Dad’s radiologist, Professor Spry has started more radiation on the new tumours that have appeared around dads original operation site. Professor sounds confident that this will fix them quick.This means that dad is back at the Genesis Cancer lodge where the wonderful Jo and Ron will look after dad. The immunotherapy treatments have failed and the last round put dad in hospital and nearly killed him so we are sticking to the radiation and alternative medicines
Dad is in a massive amount of pain which affects him for long car rides and sitting in general but the radiation should start to reduce the tumours right away! Dad has his good days and terrible ones but everyone’s positivity is giving him the boost to keep fighting! We will try everything because this man is special. Thank you again to everyone. Love from the Hollins family❤
Update 7
8 days ago
Last Wednesday dad took a turn for the worse. We had to call the ambo to take him from lancelin to joondalup hospital. Dad was dehydrated and in absolute agony. He’s back at home since yesterday everyone is keeping a close eye on him. I would share the recent photos of his tumours all over his lower back but the pictures are quite shocking. Dad cries with pain and it breaks our heart because we wish we could do more. The doctors have given up hope but we NEVER will! Miracles happen everyday. ❤
Update 8
5 days ago ( Thursday 27 September 2016 )
This is an update to everyone who has helped with love, positive vibes and donations to my dad’s fund. I want to thank you on behalf of my dad and the family. This fund helped take the stress of dad in his final months. Love to you all.
1:15pm today we lost our beautiful, strong brave father. He fought so hard until his last breath. He knew we were by his side and he waited to say goodbye to every single one of his loved ones. I have never ever been so proud of one man like I was my dad. We fought for him but his time was up. He will remain in our hearts and through the hearts of the thousands of people he fought for. While our hearts are broken his memory will remain for as long as we will. We love you dad. We will make you so proud dad. See you on the other side and don’t worry about mum…we will take care of her❤
To everyone who has donated thank you so much, sometimes we set goals all in hope that we can get somewhere close. In just one day we’ve almost reached our goal. You are all so wonderful, we cannot thank you enough for your generosity Xxx
Kayla D Hollins
3 months ago
Absolutely amazing to see such support and love for my brother. Ty to each of you. Xxxxxxxxx
Jeannette Baxter
3 months ago
I can’t believe the goal has almost been reached! What an amazing bunch of people xxx
Anna Paccani
4 days ago
Oh Courtney – such sad news to hear. It surely was a pleasure having known Ian – even for the short time he was here in Lano. I suppose we can only take comfort in knowing that he is no longer in pain. From all of us at the Hardware, accept and pass on our heartfelt condolences – and huge hugs to all the family.
Nellster Nellster
5 days ago
Huge condolences to Shaz and kids. A fantastic wonderful loving and caring man. He will be sadly missed by many….
Sylvia Eaton
5 days ago
I have just been told by my son that Ian passed away ……Terry and I got to know Ian and Sharon and the kids when they lived in Cunderdin a very long time ago you were a fantastic farther and a fantastic friend you became our sons godfather . I cannot believe or understand why this horrible disease takes such wonderful and brave people away from us ..you will always be remembered by me and my son terry I am so sorry for your lose Sharon your always be in my heart
Kylie Day
3 months ago
So sorry to hear the news . Stay strong guys , you have an amazing family Ian ,and a load of support , thinking of you x
Lisa Phillips
3 months ago
So sorry to hear the sad news, I knew your mum and dad when they lived in Margaret River, we were all close friends but lost contact when they left town. Good luck and best wishes to Ian and to you all 🙂
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Jeffrey William John BROWN
| 14/11/2016
Jeffrey William John BROWN
aka Jeff, Browny
New South Wales Police Force
Academy Class 225 of 1987
Regd. # 23562
Rank: Probationary Constable – attested 27 March 1987
Constable – appointed 27 March 1988
Senior Constable – retirement
Stations: ?, Central Police Station – 1987
Traffic Branch –
City of Sydney 1990 – 1994
Kings Cross – General Duties 1996 – 1997
Darlinghurst 1997 – 1997
South Region Dog Squad ( State Protection Unit ) 1997 – 2000
In 2000 the regional dog units were combined into the one NSW Police Dog Squad with HQ being at Menai.
NSW Police Dog Squad, Menai 2000 – 2011. Dog 17
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14 years with the Dog Squad, 1997 – 2011.
His mate ‘Shadow’ 1997 – 2003.
His mate ‘Buzz’ 2003 – 2009
Discharged, medically unfit, from the Dog Squad and New South Wales Police Force, September 2011.
Service: From pre 27 March 1987to 16 September 2011=24+years Service
Awards: National Police Service Medal
National Medal
NSW Police Distinguished & Ethical Medal with 20 year Clasp
Commissioners Unit Citation for Macquarie Fields Riot
Does NOT appear on Australian Honours system
Born: Wednesday 27 April 1966
Died on: Monday 31 October 2016 – a.m.
Age: 50 years, 6 months, 4 days
Cause: Heart attack at home
Funeral date: Friday 11 November 2016 @ 9.45am
Funeral location: Hurstville Entertainment Centre, 16 MacMahon St, Hurstville, NSW
Full Medals to be worn. Funeral will finish at 11.30am. “Debrief” will be held at Cronulla Leagues Club – downstairs. 461 Captain Cook Dr, Woolooware. Buy your own food and drinks.
Buried at: ?TBA
Memorial at: ?
Jeff and his partner Amy. Jeff texted this photo last night to a few friends. He and Amy were engaged on Saturday 29 October 2016 and he is looking the happiest he has looked for a long time. Jeff, you will be sorely missed by many, many people. Close family, extended family, police family and the hundreds of others whose faces you always brought a smile to. Cheers buddy.
Jeff on the Wall to Wall Ride of Remembrance
Jeff and his mate ‘Shadow’
JEFF 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.
Our deepest condolences to the family, fiancée and son, William ( only 2 years old ) on the loss of Browny. Condolences also to Ashleigh ( 27 old ), Browny’s daughter from his first marriage and also to his granddaughter – Natty ( Natasha ) – daughter to Ashleigh. There has been nothing but praise for this man and who he was and what he stood for during his time with NSWPF.
5 May 2017
FUND RAISER
Patch made up in memory of a great man, father and police officer. All proceeds go to Jeff’s Fiancé Amy and young son William. Patch made up in memory of a great man, father and police officer. $22 per patch includes postage. Orders through Roger Mayer. rumdog1@bigpond.net.au Thank you for your support. I like to think the brotherhood is still out there and we look after those that looked after us.
Jeff Brown with PD Shadow ( front left )
Sudden death: Couple’s happiness snatched away in a heartbeat
LIA HARRIS, CRIME REPORTER, The Sunday Telegraph
Amy Turbill’s world came crashing down when fiancé Jeff Brown died. Picture: Supplied
IT was meant to be the happiest weekend of their lives — a surprise engagement followed by a celebration with family and friends.
But by the next day Jeff Brown was dead, leaving behind a devastated Amy Turbill and the couple’s two-year-old son William.
“In 48 hours I went from thinking we were going to be planning a wedding to planning his funeral. It was surreal,” Ms Turbill, 38, said.
“All the dreams you have for each other are suddenly gone.”
Celebrating William’s first birthday.
Jeff, Amy and William in Fiji.
Mr Brown, a decorated and well-respected former NSW police officer, died suddenly in his sleep from heart failure in the early hours of October 31, less than two days after proposing to his partner on a surprise getaway on the NSW south coast.
The pair had been staying at a Bannisters Beach resort at Mollymook when Mr Brown popped the question beside the pool, presenting his overwhelmed fiancee with a spectacular diamond engagement ring.
“He took me away for the weekend and wouldn’t tell me where we were going,” Ms Turbill said. “He never did things in halves, so of course the ring is huge.”
The 50-year-old, known as “Browny” to his mates, retired from the force for medical reasons in 2011 after 25 years as a police officer, including 16 years as a general purpose dog squad officer, where he was on the front line of the Cronulla and Macquarie Fields riots in 2005.
Jeff Brown was on the front line at the Macquarie Fields riots. Picture: Noel Kessel
Ms Turbill, also a former NSW police officer who met her fiancee on the job, said he was “larger than life”.
“He was so brave. You have to be brave in the dog squad but he was the first person to stand up and be in front,” she said.
“So many people have said to me the Macquarie Field riots was one of the scariest things they went through, but when he stood in front of them, they never felt safer, because he was there. His proudest achievement was his dogs.
“He trained them so well and cared for them so much.”
Jeff Brown spent 16 years in Dog Squad.
Ms Turbill said Mr Brown had two police dogs throughout his career, including veteran dog Buzz, who retired with his handler and still lives at their Engadine home.
Before Mr Brown’s early retirement he had also trained a new dog named Chuck, which went on to help track down double murderer Malcolm Naden with his new handler Luke Warburton in 2012.
But Ms Turbill said when he was off duty, Mr Brown was just a loveable larrikin, a keen surfer, an avid sports fan and a devoted father to their young son and Mr Brown’s 27-year-old daughter Ashleigh.
“He was such a special person, everyone who met him just gravitated towards him,” Ms Turbill said. “He had such a generous spirit and such a zest for life. And a wicked sense of humour.
“It blew my mind how many people he was genuinely friends with. There were close to 400 people at the funeral. I was always so proud to be with him.”
Despite the pair meeting at work in 2002 and forming a close friendship, they did not start dating until just over four years ago, before having their son in 2014.
They had planned to move to a property in Port Macquarie early next year before planning the wedding.
“He used to tease that it took him 10 years to get me to say yes to a date,” she said. “We had an amazing love. An intense love. A once-in-a-lifetime love. One that will last my lifetime.’
Pat worked at Goulburn Police Station before transferring to Warilla HWP in the mid 1980’s as a Sergeant 1st Class.
JORDAN, PATRICK JOSEPH
26th October 2016
At Canberra Hospital. Late of ‘Winterbrook’, Gurrundah Road.
Dearly loved husband of Helen.
Loved father and father-in-law of Tony & Bev, Scott & Melissa, Louise & Scott Parker.
Cherished Pop of Eliza & Myles.
Aged 76 years.
Forever In Our Hearts
Patrick’s family and friends are invited to attend his Prayers of Christian Funeral Service commencing at 2.30pm on Thursday 3rd November 2016 at Craig’s Hill Crematorium Chapel, 63 Middle Arm Road, Goulburn.
298 Sloane St., Goulburn
Phone (02) 4821 2122
31/10/2016 – DEATH NOTICES
Goulburn Post
Emails Received:
Hi Greg
Sad to hear about Pat’s passing, he was a great bloke. I first came across him when he was stationed in Lithgow around 1970, I was attached to Bathurst STP and then I was again with him at Wollongong.
Cheers
John Ernst
I knew Pat when he was a Senior Constable on the Special Traffic Patrol (HWP) at Bathurst in the mid-1960.
Grahame Maher
Hi Greg
So sorry to hear of Pats passing, I worked with him when he was a senior constable and then a sergeant at Warilla could you give my condolences to his family please as I will not be able to attend his funeral.
Regards
Ken Owens
Hi Greg,
Pat Jordan was a good man but unfortunately I will be unable to make the funeral.
Steve Byrnes
Cal, I can’t make it but please pass on my condolences.
Graham King.
Hi Cal,
Wasn’t Pat our Sgt 2/C or Sgt 1/C at Warilla HWP. Maybe he was replaced by Lionel Benson as Sgt 1/C.
I left there in 1988 and he had already gone, I think he was promoted to Inspector but he didn’t stay at Warilla as an Insp.
My memory may be vague on this though.
regards,
Bob Norval
Christopher John BIRD
| 14/11/2016
Christopher John BIRD
aka Chris, Birdy
( late of Scullin, ACT )
Australian Federal Police Force
Australian Capital Territory Police Force
Regd. # 7512 ( AFP )
Rank: Detective Sergeant
Stations: ?, Sydney , South District CIB – Tuggeranong, Bomb Response Team, Disaster Victim Identification Team, Gungahlin
Service: From? ? ? to19 October 2016=25+years Service
Born in France on 13 February 1973
Passed away on 18 October 2016
Late of SCULLIN
Aged 43 years
Service Detail
Funeral service will be held at St Christopher’s Cathedral, Canberra Avenue, Manuka, ACT on Tuesday, 25th October 2016 at 1:30am.
To the family of Christopher Bird: I am very sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort in family and friends at this difficult time. The Bible also offers words of comfort and speaks of a time when death, pain, and suffering will be no more at Revelation 21:4. Again, I am very sorry for your loss and I hope this message brings you much comfort. “
It was with much sadness we received news today of the passing of Detective Sergeant Chris Bird after a protracted battle with cancer.
Birdy joined the job as an investigator in Sydney Office and for many years has been a fixture in ACT Policing. With a passion for uniform policing and bomb response he has been a mate to many and will be sorely missed.
We here at the AFPA have been proud to support Birdy and his family and our thoughts go out to Tracy and their kids at this difficult time.
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Chris Bird is a husband, a father to three kids and he is our mate.
Birdy, as he is well known around the AFP, is a Detective Sergeant in ACT Policing as well as a long serving member of the Bomb Response Team and the Disaster Victim Identification Team. In Birdy’s 25 years with the AFP he has worked nationally internationally and within community Policing. He’s been involved in major events including a number of overseas deployments and is well respected by anyone who has had the pleasure to work with him.
He’s been the bloke to turn up and help others in their time of need and now it’s time for us to help him. Birdy has dedicated the past 25 years to the AFP and now he and his family could do with your help.
In November 2014 Birdy was diagnosed with bowel cancer. In December 2014 and April 2015 Birdy had surgery and since then has undergone regular treatment including chemotherapy and radiation. He has battled his illness with dignity and courage and continues to work operationally despite his illness (albiet with a few days off each fortnight for treatment). Unfortunately in recent months he has been advised that his cancer is now stage 4 and terminal.
With all the positivity and dignity in the world, Birdy has continued to fight hard however his treatment is expensive and financially taxing.
The costs, both monetary and emotionally are taking their toll on the family. We want to raise money so the family have options as treatment gets more expensive. We want to raise money to relieve the bills that are piling up and give the Bird family quality time together, whether that means a trip away or money for whatever they choose when their income and more is being taken in treatment costs.
Please get behind this very dignified, proud (he hates we are doing this but we’ve told him to shut up!), resilient, caring mate of ours.
Message from Birdy’s wife Tracy
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Many times in life it becomes extremely difficult to put into words exactly what you feel or what you want to say, now is one of those times.
The kids and I have always known how amazing Chris is and it has truly lifted our spirits seeing that so many others feel the same. We know that the times ahead are going to be rough in so many different ways, but the support, comments, donations, offers of help and all round kindness shown to us has helped us see we are not on our own.
It is daunting and heartbreaking to recognise how often time was taken for granted and the list of things that had been put off for a more convenient time. Then to be given the opportunity from others to escape this craziness for a little while, reduce some of the everyday stressors and to utilise the chance to just be together, is a gift I don’t know how to ever repay.
Time and Friends are precious commodities and we cherish them both
Thankyou
Man caught trying to beak into cars in Gungahlin apartment complex
Date: July 29 2015
Police arrested a man in a Gungahlin underground car park on Tuesday night after he was caught trying to break into cars.
ACT Policing said officers found the 35-year-old Scullin man hiding in a service area of an apartment complex on Gungahlin Place after a member of the public reported suspicious behaviour about 11.15pm.
The man was found with tools and items suspected to be stolen.
He was taken to Gungahlin Police Station and later charged with trespassing, going equipped for theft, possessing stolen property, providing a false name and attempting to escape custody.
The man will face the ACT Magistrates Court on Wednesday afternoon.
Gungahlin acting station sergeant Chris Bird praised the actions of the member of the public who called police.
“This person did the right thing – they saw something that looked suspicious and they called the police,” he said.
“Often people will assume that someone else will do something, but this person took it upon themselves to take action.
“If you see someone who looks suspicious, loitering near cars or looking into vehicles, someone you don’t usually see in your complex, then call the police.”
Sergeant Bird urged Canberrans to report car break-ins to police on 131 444, even if the car was unlocked or nothing was stolen.
Police have urged anyone who may have seen the incident in Gungahlin to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via act.crimestoppers.com.au
Publish date: Monday, 20 July 2015, Publish time: 3:58pm
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to a robbery that occurred in Gungahlin this morning (Monday, 20 July).
Around 9am a woman was walking towards the Big W loading dock (opposite a public car park) in Gungahlin when a male person ran up behind her and grabbed her handbag.
A brief struggle occurred with the male threatening the woman before fleeing the scene with the woman’s handbag. He was last seen getting into a dark coloured vehicle, which sped off erratically turning left off The Valley Way and onto Gungahlin Drive.
Acting Station Sergeant Chris Bird from Gungahlin Station said this incident was a cowardly attack.
“ACT Policing treats all robberies seriously, but this type of incident where a member of the public is going about her daily business and is confronted in such a cowardly manner is disturbing. We’re calling on the public’s assistance to help us identify the offender,” Acting Station Sergeant Bird said.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously. We remind people they should not report crime information via our Facebook and Twitter pages.
CAMPBELL (Malcolm):
Passed away peacefully on 21.10.2016. Loved husband of Glenda. Proud father of Steven, Todd and Tyrone. Father-in-law of of Sonya. Grandfather of Hal, Georgie, Brooke, Clay, Grace and Selby.
Friday, 28 October 2016
CAMPBELL (Malcolm):
Sympathy to Glenda, Steven, Todd, Tyrone and families. Glad to have known Mal.
Steve Bell.
Published in: The West Australian
Wednesday, 26 October 2016
CAMPBELL (Malcolm ): Malcolm will be greatly missed by all members of the Karrinyup and North Beach Probus Club. Our love and thoughts are with Glenda.
Published in: The West Australian
Wednesday, 26 October 2016
CAMPBELL (Malcolm ): Sincere sympathy to Glenda, Steven, Todd, Tyrone and Families. Our thoughts are with you on your sad loss of Malcolm.
John (dec), Gwen, Geraldine, Dave, Caz, Wally, Fran, Stephen, Candy, Brent and Families
Published in: The West Australian
Monday, 24 October 2016
CAMPBELL
(Malcolm John):
Remembering the happy times we all shared together. Now resting peacefully aged 79.
Our love and sympathy to Glenda, Steven, Todd, Tyrone and families. Robert, Faye, Gavin, Stuart, Melissa and families.
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 22 October 2016
CAMPBELL
(Malcolm John):
Remembering the happy times we all shared together. Now resting peacefully aged 79. Our love and sympathy to Glenda, Todd, Steven and families. Robert, Faye, Gavin, Stuart, Melissa and families.
Rick joined the NSW Ambulance Service in his earlier career and worked from Ambulance Stations such as Randwick in the 1970’s and is described as a ” Wag ” and a Vietnam Veteran. He participated in Course 1 of the Paramedic Course with NSWAS.
Rick was a Paramedic with the NSW Ambulance Service and assisted in the training of Police Rescue Squad members in First Aid.
Rick left the NSWAS and joined the NSWPF, eventually moving into the Police Rescue Squad where his Paramedic training came in handy.
It has been reported that Rick had been ill for quite some time but you wouldn’t know it to look at him and he would never complain about his illness.
To everyone who has donated thank you so much, sometimes we set goals all in hope that we can get somewhere close. In just one day we’ve almost reached our goal. You are all so wonderful, we cannot thank you enough for your generosity Xxx