The funeral service for the late Kenneth George Smith will commence at 11:00 am on Monday, 18 July 2016 In The Chapel at The Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens & Lawn Cemetery, Worrigee Road, Worrigee, NSW. Please contact Wray Owen and Mullers Funeral Home for further information.
Graeme Sidney John PARKER
| 18/07/2016
Graeme Sidney John PARKER
( late of Hadspen, Tasmania )
Victoria Police Force
Regd. # 13625
Rank: Sergeant
Stations: ?
Service: From? ? ? to? ? ? = ? years Service
Awards: ?
Born: 18 December 1940
Died on: Friday 15 July 2016
Cause: ?
Age: 75
Funeral date: Tuesday 19 July 2016 @ 11am
Funeral location: Christ Church Anglican, 2 William St, Longford, Tasmania
Buried at: ?
Memorial at: ?
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FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Brother to Gail, brother-In-law to Noel and uncle to Leonie, Adam and Stacey.
Father to Gregory (dec.), Kenneth, Suzanne and Glenn.
Father-in-law to Karen and Shelley.
Grandfather to Thomas, Sarah, Claire, Paul, Robbie, Penelope and Hudson.
Great grandfather to Florence and Henley.
A man’s man, a copper’s copper and a gentlemen’s gentleman. One of the world’s true gentlemen and a friend to all who knew him. You fought long and hard. Sleep peacefully.
A Funeral Service will be held at Christ Church Anglican Longford, Tasmania on TUESDAY (July 19, 2016) commencing at 11.00 a. m.
Rank: Probationary Constable – appointed 1 June 1959
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 May 1974
Inspector – appointed 31 December 1985
Chief Inspector – retired
Stations: ?, Central ( 1 Division ) ( A District ), Waverley, Paddington, 1961 commenced Criminal Investigation career commenced. 10 Division, 21 Division, 25 Division, 7 Division, Glenn Innes before returning to Metro area in 1974. Bondi Detectives ( late 1960’s ), Child Protection – Gosford Detectives, Vice Squad ( Det. Sgt ), Cronulla Detectives, South West Region Operations Support – retirement
Service: From? ? pre 1 June 1959 to5 May 1996 = 36+ years Service
What a great inspirational man to grow up under. You helped mum n us kids in lots of ways, other family members, n community groups you were with. You will be missed by all.
Leanne Jones-pfitzner lit a candle for Brian William Rope
A gentleman of great quality. Rest in peace Brian, sincerest condolences to your family and friends.
Joel and Sandi Donkin.
Joel Donkin lit a candle for Brian William Rope
Brian was a wonderful family man who served the community for his whole life in so many different roles. He was deservedly well respected by many. It was my privilege to know him, as a cousin and a member of the Rope-Pulley Family Heritage Assoc. Brian was proud of his First Fleeter Family history and he was a very enthusiastic Chairperson and newsletter writer during his time with us. I don’t think he knew what retirement was as he was always busy, because he knew there was so much that needed addressing. His charity work spread far and wide, and his loss will be felt in many parts of our community. Rest In Peace Brian.
Love from Rosemary and family.
Rosemary Rope lit a candle for Brian William Rope
It was an honour and a privilege to care for your family during this difficult time. Warmest wishes,
June: Former South/West Region Office, Liverpool, Brian. W. Rope is sworn in as a Probationary Constable of the New South Wales Police Force. Prior to joining the Police he was a Bank Clerk for 4 years. He was stationed at Waverley Police
Station, then Paddington Police Station attending to Traffic Duties.
In 1961 he commenced his Criminal Investigation career, working at
Nos. 10., 21., 25., and 7. Divisions, then transferring to Glenn Innes
Police Station before returning to the Metropolitan area in 1974.
Police Service Card State Archives Werrington.
1981
March: Former South/West Regional Office – Detective Sergeant 3/c. Brian. W. Rope, is appointed the Officer in Charge of the newly
formed Child Mistreatment Unit. Prior to this in January, 1980 he was
appointed a member of the Child Abuse Committee of the Prince of
Wales Children’s Hospital. In 1982 he was promoted to the rank of
Sergeant 2/c. and by December 1983, he was promoted to the rank
of Detective Sergeant 1/c. Police Service Card State Archives Werrington
1996
May: South West Regional Office, at Liverpool – Detective Chief
Inspector Brian. W. Rope takes optional retirement.
In January (1996) he was awarded the Australian Police
Medal. New South Wales Police News Magazine. August, 1996.
2010
August: Former South/West Region Officer, Liverpool, Detective
Chief Inspector Brian. W. Rope (retired) was awarded “The
Premier of New South Wales Community Service Award in
recognition and appreciation for his outstanding contribution
to the Community” signed Premier Kristina Keneally.
2011
September: Former South/West Region Office, Liverpool, Detective Inspector Brian. W. Rope (retired) and a long term active member of the Liverpool community as a representative on various Liverpool Hospital community groups, a long time member and former President (numerous times) and Treasurer ( numerous times) of the Liverpool Lions Club, was awarded the “Companion of the Order of Liverpool “ (CLO), by the Liverpool City Council
The Child Mistreatment Unit was established under Brian’s leadership in 1981, with four investigators. He was involved in internal and external Committees and instrumental in Legislative changes. He remained involved in the field until his retirement. He could be looked upon as the ‘Father of Child Mistreatment / Protection Investigations’ which evolved within the NSW Police to what it is today.
Passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family on July 4, 2016, aged 80 years.
Dearly loved husband of Christel. Loved father of Nigel and Julie, Ingrid and Martin. Loved grandfather of 5 and great grandfather of 2.
“Always In Our Hearts”
Family and friends of Vincent are invited to attend his funeral service to be held in the Heritage Chapel, Maryborough Crematorium, Bruce Highway on Monday, July 11 at 11am.
A sweet, decent and honourable man who achieved so much, had so much to be proud of and so much more to look forward to. Robert, you were a shining star, your life extinguished way too soon.
Our love and heartfelt sympathy to partner Sarah, mum Caroyn, dad Gary, sister Elisa, brother Perry, Granny Iris and Nana Dor.
Your death leaves a huge hole in our lives, you will be forever in our hearts – Linda, Niall and Damon.
Fiancee of bullied police officer who took his own life sues the state
PETER MICKEL BUROUGH, Herald Sun
EXCLUSIVE: THE fiancee of a bullied police officer who shot himself with his service firearm is suing the state.
Sarah Fleming, 32, says that prior to his suicide, her fiance, Robert John Smith, was in “emotional turmoil” and had made a complaint of workplace bullying, harassment and other stressors.
Ms Fleming says Mr Smith’s decision to take his life was due to the negligence of the force, which was responsible for the training and action of its employees.
Mr Smith died of a gunshot wound to the head while on duty at the Boronia Police station on June 29, 2013.
In a writ filed in the County Court Ms Fleming claims unspecified damages for the injuries she suffered as a result of Mr Smith’s death.
Since 2000, five Victoria Police officers have died in the line of duty, but 16 more have died by their own hand.
Last October, a policewoman and mother of three, who had previously been on mental health leave and had reported her struggles to Victoria Police, turned her police-issued gun on herself while she was on duty at the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre.
That suicide prompted Police Association boss Ron Iddles — who had previously criticised the force’s efforts to tackle bullying — to call for more to be done to improve welfare of police.
Mr Iddles called for early identification programs in police training programs and at the workplace and for more police to talk about problems and show their colleagues help is available.
The association declined to comment yesterday on what progress was being made or whether there needed to be, or had been, a review of the provision of weapons to officers who have lodged mental health claims.
Ms Fleming’s legal action comes as police and ambulance unions campaign to change how mental health claims are treated, and in the case of post-traumatic stress disorder claims, reverse the onus on emergency workers to prove their condition was caused by work, which can sometimes delay much-needed treatment for years.
Between July 2010 and June last year, WorkCover accepted 482 mental injury claims from Victoria Police (and rejected 500), including 241 resulting from harassment and bullying, 252 for work pressure, 167 sparked by traumatic events and 54 due to occupational violence.
And police were hit harder by bullying than stress and trauma, according to members’ claims in 2014-15.
A National Coronial Information System report on Intentional self-harm among emergency service personnel last year revealed that of the 62 police suicides in Australia between July 1, 2000, and December 2012, 25 shot themselves — 23 with their service-issued firearm.
A Victorian Coroners Prevention Unit report into suicide rates among workers in key professions last year found the annual suicide rate among Victoria police was 10 per 100,000.
Police spokeswoman Sophie Jennings said in the past year the force had improved its complaints handling and completely reformed the way it responds to conflict, claims of bullying and harassment.
DO YOU NEED HELP? If this article causes you distress or if you require more information, police employees can call Welfare Services confidentially 24 hours 7 days a week on 9247 3344, and other members of the community can call Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyondblue 1300 224 636
Biz ( Fairfield, NSW ) Thursday 1 June 1967 page 8
Traffic officer national champ
Officer in charge of Merrylands police traffic division, Sgt. Fred Hyland, recently defeated more than 180 contenders to win the Australian Police golf championship in Adelaide.
Sgt. Hyland won the conveted trophy at his fifth attempt. He defeated Ryde policeman, Jack Newton, by one stroke to take the championship. The championship was held in Adelaide last month and competitors from six States took part.
Sgt. Hyland, a keen golfer, is a member of the Bankstown Club. He has been playing the game for 10 years.
His Australian win has given him the spearhead for a winning attempt at the NSW police titles later this year. ” I am setting out to win the NSW event, ” he said. ” The closest I’ve come so far is the semi-finals in the NSW event, ” he added. Sgt. Hyland ran second in the Australian trophy three years ago. He missed taking the championship by only one shot.
He was presented with a canteen of cutlery for this year’s win.
Broadcaster (Fairfield, NSW ) Tuesday 3 June 1969 page 2
Illness hits traffic branch Sergeant Fred Hyland, of Merrylands Traffic Police, returned to active police duty last week, after a brief spell of sickness.
But for his fellow police officer, Constable Peter Newell, president of the district’s road safety council, things were not so lucky. Holidaying at the North Coast, he became ill and was admitted to Gosford Hospital, where he is spending the remainder of his holidays. Fortunately, he will be allowed to leave in a matter of days.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales ( Sydney )
Friday 18 June 1976 (No.82) page 2617
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT, 1919
Municipality of Strathfield — Appointment of Member and Deputy Member of Parking Advisory Committee
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council and in pursuance of section 270d of the Local Government Act, 1919, has been pleased to approve the appointment of Sergeant 1st Class Frederick Joseph Hyland, Police Department, as member, vice Sergeant 1st Class Francis Joseph Murphy, and Sergeant 2nd Class Raymond Victor Koboroff, Police Department, as deputy member, vice Inspector Glen Selby Harold Graham, of the Parking Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Strathfield for a period expiring on 27th August, 1976. (P.A.C. 329 pt 2).
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales ( Sydney )
Friday 19 August 1977 (No.92) page 3547
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT, 1919
Municipality of Burwood: Appointment of Member of Parking Advisory Committee
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council and in pursuance of section 270d of the Local Government Act, 1919, has been pleased to approve the appointment of Sergeant 1st Class Raymond Victor Shepherd as a member of the Parking Advisory Committee for the Municipality of Burwood vice Sergeant 1st Class Frederick Joseph Hyland for a period expiring on 28th March, 1980. (P.A.C. 328)
PAUL LANDA,
Minister for Planning and Environment.
Sydney, 19th August, 1977. (8821)
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales ( Sydney )
Friday 9 February 1979
APPOINTMENTS
Premier’s Department
Police Department
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, has approved of the following appointments and promotions effective from the dates shown:
Promotion to Senior Superintendent
Superintendent Harold John Ferris, 1st December, 1978.
Superintendent Geoffrey Harold Dunn, 1st December, 1978.
Appointment to Superintendent
Senior Inspector Ernest John Culley, 1st December, 1978.
Senior Inspector Cecil Roy Abbott, 1st December, 1978.
Senior Inspector Francis Lenard Killen, 21st December, 1978.
Promotion to Senior Inspector
Inspector Edward Keith Coulston, 15th November, 1978.
Inspector William John Hickson, 1st December, 1978.
Inspector Reginald Martin, 1st December, 1978.
Inspector Peter John White, 1st December, 1978.
Inspector Rupert John Rayner, 1st December, 1978.
Inspector Wilfred Neil Roffe, 10th December, 1978.
Inspector Clifford Stanley Love, 21st December, 1978.
Appointment to Inspector
Sergeant 1st Class Laurence Kotze, 27th November, 1978.
Sergeant 1st Class Peter Harris Sweeny, 1st December, 1978.
Sergeant 1st Class Kenneth Robert Donald, 1st December, 1978.
Sergeant 1st Class Frederick Joseph Hyland, 1st December, 1978.
Sergeant 1st Class Donald John Graham, 1st December, 1978.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on July 4, 2016.
Beloved wife of Barry. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Jason and Trish, Rachel and Heath. Much loved Nan of her grandchildren Julia, Olivia. Loved sister of Ken, Robert, Lyn (Dec).
Aged 69 Years
Forever in our hearts.
We will miss your smiling face, a special person no one can replace.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Helen’s funeral service to be held in the chapel, Parsons Funeral Home, 4 Princes Highway Dapto on Friday July 8, 2016 at 2pm.
