Stations: ?, Kogarah around 1979 as a Sgt 1st Class – retirement
Service: From ? to 24 June 1982 = 35 years Service
Awards: ?
Born: ?
Died on: Thursday 1 October 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 93
Funeral date: Thursday 8 October 2015 @ 11am
Funeral location: Olsen Funerals Chapel, 691 Old Princes Highway, SUTHERLAND
Buried at: ?
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Chris FraserAbsolute gentleman and good bloke. I remember working on the hill at the old SCG at a big cricket match with him one day. He was a Sgt 2/c. I was in my pro and don’t think I had made an arrest for anything other than Drunk at that stage. We spotted a bloke throw a can (steel ones in those days). Geoff lead the way and we grabbed him, took him to the back of the hill and Geoff gave him a lecture then let him go. I was crestfallen. In retrospect, it was a very good decision and possibly saved a young bloke from gaining a criminal record for a momentary lapse in judgement. It demonstrated what a caring and thoughtful bloke Geoff was.
On another occasion Geoff was working at the Hordern Pavilion for a Billy Thorpe and the Aztecs concert. There was a VIP room high up at the back, fully enclosed with a large, glass window looking over the venue. As Geoff entered, Thorpie hit a string that produced an unbelievably loud note that caused the glass to vibrate. Geoff was adamant that Thorpie had aimed it at him, but had a good laugh about it.
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Curtis CHENG
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Curtis CHENG
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 9735065
Rank: Assistant management accountant – NSW Police Public Service
Stations: MA & R management accounting Corporate, Finance & Business services, Parramatta – H.Q.
Service: From ? ? 1997to 2 October 2015 = 17 years Service to NSW Police
Awards: ?
Born: 28 November 1956
Died on: Friday 2 October 2015
Cause: Shot – Murdered – Terrorist related
Event location: Outside of NSW Police HQ, Parramatta
Age: 58
Funeral date: Saturday 17 October 2015 @ 10am
Funeral location: St Mary’s Cathedral, College St, 2 St Marys Rd, Sydney City – opposite Hyde Park.
Buried at: Cremated
is NOT mentioned on the Wall of Remembrance* BUT SHOULD BE
CURTIS IS mentioned on the Wall of Remembrance as of 2016
Curtis CHENG with wife and adult children.
Funeral location:
Parramatta shooting: gunman a 15-year-old boy
Date Saturday
Eryk Bagshaw and Nick Ralston
NSW Police have confirmed that a 15-year-old boy was the lone gunman who shot dead a police employee outside the state’s headquarters in Sydney’s west.
The teenager shouted religious slogans before firing one shot in the back of the head of a police finance worker as the employee was heading home on Friday afternoon.
NSW Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione (right) and NSW Premier Mike Baird front the media after shooting at Parramatta. Photo: AAP
NSW Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione (right) and NSW Premier Mike Baird front the media after shooting at Parramatta. Photo: AAP
The police employee has been named as Curtis Cheng, a 17-year veteran of the police force. Police say the shooter is of Iraqi-Kurdish background and was born in Iran.
“We believe that his actions were politically motivated and therefore linked to terrorism,” NSW police Commissioner, Andrew Scipione told reporters in Sydney.
Mr Scipione said police had no information to suggest the gunman posed “this type of threat”.
A police employee was shot dead outside the headquarters in Parramatta.
A police employee was shot dead outside the headquarters in Parramatta. Photo: James Brickwood
“We’re a long way from establishing a full picture of this man, his exact motivations still remain a mystery to us,” he said
“We are exploring every avenue with regard to why he did what he did.”
Premier Mike Baird described the events as “chilling”.
Paramedics at the scene of the Parramatta shooting attending to one of the two bodies. Photo: Seven News
“The shock of this event will be felt everywhere,” he told reporters.
Mr Cheng was shot as he left work at the State Crime Command in Parramatta on Friday afternoon.
His killer was shot dead as officers returned fire.
A strike force has been established to investigate.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull described the terror-related shooting as a “cold-blooded murder”.
Mr Turnbull has urged Australians to go about their day normally despite the incident in Parramatta on Friday.
“This appears to have been an act of politically motivated violence so at this stage it appears to have been an act of terrorism. It is a shocking crime. It was a cold-blooded murder,” he told reporters in Melbourne.
Published: 17:29 EST, 4 October 2015 | Updated: 02:20 EST, 5 October 2015
The heartbroken family of the accountant gunned down by a ‘radicalised’ Muslim 15-year-old have paid tribute to the ‘kind, gentle, and loving’ father-of-two.
Curtis Cheng, 58, was shot in the back of the head by lone gunman Farhad Jabar Khalil Mohammad after the teenager stormed the police headquarters in Parramatta, Sydney.
His wife Selina and two children Alpha and Zilvia, both in their 20s, said their father was ‘generous of heart’ and ‘always put family first’.
They said: ‘We would like to thank all those who have expressed their well wishes and blessings upon us following the tragic passing of our most loved husband and father, Curtis Cheng.
Father-of-two Curtis Cheng, 58, (far left) was shot dead at point-blank range by a ‘radicalised’ 15-year-old, pictured with his wife Selina (second left) and two children Zilvia and Alpha (right)
Father-of-two Curtis Cheng, 58, (far left) was shot dead at point-blank range by a ‘radicalised’ 15-year-old, pictured with his wife Selina (second left) and two children Zilvia and Alpha (right)
Police are now probing why Farhad Jabar Khalil Mohammad (pictured) targeted the accountant
The two bodies were found just metres apart on the pavement outside the police station and children’s day care centre
Chilling footage has emerged showing the final moments of ‘radicalised’ 15-year-old Farhad Jabar Khalil Mohammad after he stormed a police headquarters, pictured in a shoot-out with police constables
Multiple shots can be heard and the video then shows Farhad lying on the ground in a pool of his own blood surrounded by officers
The gunman was killed after an exchange of gunfire with special constables who guard the entrance of the main station in Parramatta
Witnesses reported seeing two bodies lying on the ground covered in white sheets (pictured)
An ambulance NSW spokeswoman said paramedics were on the scene at Charles St, in the city’s CBD
An investigation is believed to be underway into whether the shooter had been recently charged by a detective from one of the State Crime Command squads
Detectives have not yet established the identity of the deceased, according to a spokesman
witness
bystander
Detectives launched a ‘critical incident investigation’ and confirmed two people were killed after a number of shots were fired
A civilian IT expert working for police was shot dead after a lone gunman opened fire outside a police headquarters in Sydney, pictured officers gather around a white sheet covering a body
The black-clad assailant fired a number of shots at special constables guarding the NSW Police station in Parramatta on Friday before he was gunned down and killed by one of the officers
Officers in body armour were seen patrolling the Parramatta CBD and guarding train stations, pictured is Charles Street
Several roads in Parramatta were blocked after the shooting and helicopters were seen circling overhead, pictured is Charles Street
On Friday night, Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione (pictured) refused to be drawn on whether the double shooting was terror-related and said detectives did not yet know the motive
Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione said the gunman, who was wearing dark trousers and a flowing top, shot the employee on his way home from work
When asked whether police were warned about a possible attack at the station, Commissioner Scipione revealed there had been a number of alerts in 2014 and 2015, pictured officers on the scene
Detectives believe the civilian worker was ‘deliberately targeted’ and said he was shot at almost point-blank range
Dozens of officers were seen searching the area where the double shooting took place
Both bodies (circled in red) were still on the scene at 11pm, draped in white sheets and just metres apart
Dozens of people were seen waiting outside their homes tonight after several buildings near the scene were evacuated
Floral tributes have been left to Mr Cheng outside the police headquarters in Parramatta, Sydney
His family have paid tribute to the ‘kind, gentle, and loving’ father-of-two, saying he was ‘generous of heart’
‘My father was a kind, gentle, and loving person. He was humourous, generous of heart and always put the family first. He has set a tremendous example for us as a family.
‘We are deeply saddened and heartbroken that he has been taken from us, but we are truly grateful for the fruitful and happy life he has shared with us.’
Mr Cheng, who worked in the Finance and Business Services department for 17 years, was shot dead as he was leaving work on Friday afternoon in an ‘act of terrorism’.
The ‘radicalised’ youth, who is reported to be a Sunni Muslim, was then killed in a shoot-out with three special constables guarding the station.
Mr Cheng’s family said they were ‘touched’ by a personal visit from NSW Premier Mike Baird and the Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione.
Police are now probing why Farhad Jabar Khalil Mohammad (pictured) targeted the accountant
‘This was a comforting reminder of the warm regard that was held for him, especially by the New South Wales police community,’ they said.
‘He will be missed by all of us. We will cherish our memory of him forever.’
Police are now probing why Mr Cheng, 58, who had never worn a uniform, was targeted by the lone gunman in a ‘brutal’ and ‘callous murder’ on Friday.
Detectives have described the shooting as a ‘targeted attack’, but they are unsure why Farhad chose the civilian officer ‘who never had a badge’.
Commissioner Scipione said: ‘We are not sure whether he was targeted because he came from a police facility — we may never know. But he was certainly targeted in terms of the shooting.
‘It was a direct shooting. Certainly it wasn’t a ricochet, it was a targeted shot that took his life.’
He confirmed the teenager’s actions were ‘politically motivated and therefore linked to terrorism’.
But he admitted they were still unsure of the schoolboy’s ‘exact motivations’.
‘We’re a long way from establishing a full picture of this man, his exact motivations still remain a mystery to us,’ he said.
‘There is nothing to suggest that he was doing anything but acting alone.’
Floral tributes and messages of support have been left at the site where Mr Cheng was gunned down just metres away from a children’s day care centre.
‘He was a much-loved man, [he had] been with us a long time. I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone have a bad word about Curtis and he will be missed,’ Commissioner Scipione said.
‘Curtis was admired and respected by his colleagues. He was a gentle man in every sense.
‘What has occurred is shocking and it is a very sad time for those who worked closely with him and all our employees.’
Farhad visited Parramatta Mosque where he changed into a black robe in the hours before the killing, according to reports.
The ‘radicalised’ youth, who is reported to be a Sunni Muslim, was allegedly able to walk unchallenged into the police headquarters and choose his victim.
The 15-year-old first came across a plain clothes female detective who was not carrying a gun, according to reports.
But he then shot Mr Cheng in the back on the head as the veteran of the police finance department was leaving work.
Witnesses have described seeing the teenagers dancing joyously after shooting the ‘gentle’ public servant while shouting Allah Allah.
Chilling footage has show the teenager running down the street brandishing his gun in the air just seconds after killing the father-of-two Curtis Cheng, 58.
He could be heard screaming at officers before having a shoot-out with three special constables guarding the station.
The 15-year-old continued to fire his handgun outside the police building until he was killed.
Police said the teenager was not on their radar, but revealed that his relative was known to law enforcement or intelligence agencies.
‘[The relative] was a bit of a problem, he did come to the attention of police and counter-terrorism [authorities],’ a source told ABC .
It has also emerged that his sister Shadi may have been attempting to reach Iraq or Syria the day before the shooting as she flew out of Australia on a flight bound for Istanbul on Thursday.
She reportedly took all her belongings with her, according to the ABC.
Farhad, who is of Iraqi-Kurdish background, is understood to have been living with his family in an apartment block in North Parramatta.
Officers searched the teenager’s North Parramatta family home on Friday and took his computer equipment.
But they revealed they had not yet discovered any messages, religious writings or notes left by Farhad.
Police are also looking into whether Farhad may have been on the fringe of an extremist group that had already come to the notice of police.
Farhad was previously active on social media, voicing his support for Team Ricky on reality singing contest The Voice in April 2013.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said the Australian Muslim community would be appalled and shocked by the attack.
‘We must not vilify or blame the entire Muslim community with the actions of what is in truth a very small percentage of violent extremist individuals.
‘The Muslim community are our absolutely necessary partners in combating this type of violent extremism.’
He said the issue of radicalisation – particularly in young people – was complex and it was hard to understand the speed at which it was occurring.
NSW premiere Mike Baird said it was an ‘unthinkable act’ that ended his life.
‘I want the family of Curtis and the members of his Police community to know that you don’t face this loss alone. We mourn with you and we are here for you.’
A strike force, Fellows, has been set up to investigate and police are working with Islamic communities, who have offered their support.
NSW Police Association president Pat Gooley said he has spoken to Commissioner Scipione directly about increasing security at stations since Friday’s shooting.
‘Our message is we’ll keep Police Association members safe and the police commissioner is helping us do that,’ Mr Gooley said.
‘What changed on Friday night is that this is the first time in NSW that the NSW Police have been directly targeted as part of a terror incident.’
The commissioner revealed a number of warnings had been sent round to police in the past two years reminding them to be ‘vigilant’ about attacks, but assured that the people of NSW were ‘safe’.
‘I have viewed a number of pieces of footage, I can tell you that this was a brutal crime. It was a terrible crime.
‘We’re attempting to identify a man who was seen to approach the victim and discharge one single shot. Subsequently the assailant remained in the street here in Charles Street before he fired several further shots at a special constable.
‘A number of special constables came out of the building and as they’ve emerged they’ve come under fire.
‘In the exchange that followed the gunman was shot and killed. An employee of the NSW police force has been callously murdered here today. This is a very sobering time for us.’
Commissioner Scipione said it was likely the gunman waited around after the murder in order to ‘commit suicide by cop’.
It was previously reported that there had been increased ‘chatter’ in the past week about a possible attack on the Parramatta headquarters.
Sources said the building had been ‘cased’ and that every officer had been ordered to wear their guns on them at all times this week, even while at their desks.
When questioned about whether police were aware on a possible attack at the station, Commissioner Scipione revealed there had been a number of alerts in 2014 and 2015.
‘There has been activity around a number of locations in NSW, they’re the things we communicate to our officers,’ Commissioner Scipione said.
‘We have drawn officers back to the special warnings which are contained within alert 2015.
‘We’ve refreshed that alert and yet again highlighted the importance of remaining vigilant and being ready to respond should they have to at any location but particularly around police stations. I want to ensure that we don’t jump to conclusions, as I’ve said.
‘I’ve indicated that but we’re keeping an open mind. At this stage we’ve got nothing to link this event to any terrorist-related activity but we could not say that that wasn’t the case. So clearly you would understand we have officers from within the counter-terrorism command.’
The NSW Police Force building is home to the State Crime Command, which includes the homicide, drug, Middle Eastern organised crime and gangs squads.
An investigation was believed to be underway into whether the shooter had been recently charged by a detective from one of the State Crime Command squads.
He was also quizzed about whether staff had allegedly been sent a number of emails warning about men who had been taking photographs of the building’s entrance.
This man was simply leaving work this afternoon and he was gunned down. He was murdered on this street, this very street,’ he said.
Detectives launched a level one critical incident, the highest order they can give, after the attack.
Witnesses reported seeing two bodies lying on the ground covered in white sheets just metres apart.
Dozens of police officers were seen combing the area where the shooting took place from around 10pm on Friday, searching for clues.
Investigators also aimed huge spotlights at neighbouring apartments during the operation.
Residents were evacuated from their homes in buildings nearby the police station and most were allowed to return just after 11pm.
Real estate agent Edwin Almeida said he saw a man with a gun screaming and pacing up and down outside the building on Charles Street.
He said he then saw the man lying on the ground with a police officer pointing a gun at him.
‘We looked out the window, saw security guards and what appeared to be a plain clothes police officer with gun drawn pointing at the person that was now lying on the floor surrounded by a pool of blood,’ he said.
He wrote on his Facebook page: ‘Four five shots fired by man outside our office and in front of NSW police head quarters. Man shot down by guards and detectives.’
A man called Nathan told 2GB Radio that he saw a man lying on the street surrounded by blood.
‘I saw the guy dressed in black on the pavement with blood everywhere,’ he said.
Shopkeeper Sammy Shak told The Daily Telegraph he saw two bodies on the ground after hearing ‘six shots at least’.
‘WE’RE KEEPING AN OPEN MIND’: COMMISSIONER’S COMMENTS ON MOTIVE
Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione refused to be drawn on whether the double shooting was terror-related and said detectives do not yet know the motive.
In his media briefing on Friday night, he said: ‘We don’t know the motive and we don’t yet know who the gunman is but he has committed an appalling act of brutality.
‘I want to ensure that we don’t jump to conclusions, as I’ve said, we’re keeping an open mind but there is an investigation that’s on foot.
‘At this stage we’ve got nothing to link this event to any terrorist-related activity but we could not say that that wasn’t the case.
‘So clearly you would understand we have officers from within the counter-terrorism command working alongside homicide but this is a homicide investigation led by homicide.’
‘My message to the people of NSW is that they are safe. There is no threat that we’re dealing with that at this stage we haven’t resolved here.
‘We will get to the bottom of this matter, the investigation will be conducted, it will be very thorough and we’ll do that as soon as we possibly can.’
‘When I went out there was two bodies on the floor and there was cops everywhere all around the area and they told me to go inside the shop straight away,’ he said.
Channel Seven helicopter pilot Andrew Millett said two bodies were visible about 200m from the police station.
Finance worker Rizwan Shaikh, who lives opposite the police headquarters, said he heard the shooting.
‘I finished work and was in the shower and I heard the gunshots,’ Mr Shaikh told The Daily Telegraph.
‘I heard six or seven gunshots and it was pretty loud. In two to three minutes there were cops everywhere.’
Miffy Hong, 33, said her mother called her just after 5pm to tell her she could see a body covered by a sheer near police headquarters.
‘She told me come back I don’t know what’s happening, she doesn’t speak English,’ she said.
The attack occurred outside a daycare centre used by police force families and the children were locked inside for four hours after the shooting with a dead body at their doorstep.
Parents of the children locked inside Goodstart Early Learning voiced fears about their welfare.
Dennis Entriken, whose three-year-old daughter was not allowed to leave for four hours, told Daily Mail Australia: ‘It’s very frustrating. One of the dead bodies is right out of the front of the chilcare centre.
‘What did they see, what did they hear? Is she scared? Is she OK?
‘They’ve told us she’s safe which is good… it’s the unknown which is the issue.
‘If she saw nothing and she’s blissfully unaware then that’s good,’ he said.
In his press conference on Friday night, Commissioner Scipione confirmed that all the children were safe.
‘Everyone’s safe, that’s the good news. There was certainly no suggestion of anyone being injured there. That’s certainly very pleasing to us.
NSW Police reveal shooter was a 15-year-old boy of an Iraqi-Kurdish background, urging anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Vision courtesy ABC News.
The man shot by a 15-year-old gunman outside NSW police headquarters, accountant Curtis Cheng, was simply on his way home for the weekend when he died, NSW Police Commissioner Andrew Scipione says.
Mr Cheng, 58, worked for the NSW Police finance and business services division and had been employed by the force for 17 years. He was married with two adult children.
Curtis Cheng, left, and his family.
“He was a much loved man, been with us a long time,” Mr Scipione said. “I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone have a bad word about Curtis.”
Mr Scipione was to meet Mr Cheng’s family on Saturday. He said the entire NSW Police Force family was in mourning.
“Curtis was admired and respected by his colleagues. He was a gentle man in every sense,” he said. “What has occurred is shocking and it is a very sad time for those who worked closely with him and all our employees.”
NSW Premier Mike Baird paid tribute to Mr Cheng and gave his condolences to his family.
“He sounds a wonderful man, very much loved by family and friends and indeed the police community,” Mr Baird said.
“We can’t forget that the police community are deeply impacted by this.
“A colleague and friend – it is going to hurt and hurt very deeply.”
The boy then continued to fire his handgun before he was shot dead by one of three special constables who responded to the shooting.
Mr Scipione said that police had no warning of the attack and that the 15-year-old, of Iraqi-Kurdish background and born in Iran, had not been on the police radar, nor had he any criminal history.
TERROR experts are worried the recent fatal shooting in Sydney’s Parramatta that a civilian police force employee dead, may not be the last.
Investigations are continuing into what motivated 15-year-old Farhad Jabar Khali Mohammad to shoot police force veteran Curtis Cheng at close range outside the Parramatta police headquarters on Friday.
Police believe was politically motivated and linked to terrorism.
His grieving family, including wife Selina and children Zilvia and Alpha, said they were heartbroken by the loss of the loving, generous and gentle father who always put the family first.
“We are deeply saddened and heartbroken that he has been taken from us, but we are truly grateful for the fruitful and happy life he has shared with us,” they said in a statement.
“My father was a kind, gentle, and loving person. He was humorous, generous of heart and always put the family first. He has set a tremendous example for us as a family.
“To the many people who have offered their condolences and kind words about him, we are extremely moved by your thoughts and sympathies.,” they added.
Streets surrounding Parramatta headquarters were placed into lock-down after Mohammad fired shots into the building before he was killed by special constables.
Police have no information to tie the boy to a specific group.
The federal government, police and agencies are working with the Muslim community to combat extremism and prevent young people from being radicalised.
Beloved husband of Selina.
The love in my heart is everlasting.
Loving father of Alpha and Zilvia.
Relatives, friends of the family, colleagues and members of the community are warmly invited to attend the funeral service for Mr CURTIS CHENG, to be held in St Mary’s Cathedral, College Street Sydney, on Saturday, October 17, 2015 commencing at 10.00am.
Private cremation.
In lieu of floral tributes, we ask that you consider a donation to NSW Police Legacy Appeal.
Saturday, 10 October 2015
We will never forget you.
~
Gail Abbott
Saturday, 10 October 2015
Our deepest condolences and prayers for your comfort in your time of unspeakable loss. The whole of decentAustralia sends you love and support at this difficult time. May your love and strength as a family help you to regain your hapipiness and harmony.
UPDATE: POLICE have confirmed that they have arrested a second man in relation to the death of New South Wales police employee Curtis Cheng.
Police are in the process of charging an 18-year-old, believed to be the one responsible for obtaining the firearm from a Middle Eastern crime gang and passing it on to 15-year-old Farhad Jabar.
A 22-year-old man has now also been arrested.
EARLIER: A MAN taken into custody in last week’s counter terrorism raids in Sydney, is expected to be charged in relation to the death of police employee Curtis Cheng.
Reports suggest the 18-year-old was the one responsible for obtaining the firearm from a Middle Eastern crime gang and passing it on to 15-year-old Farhad Jabar.
Jabar shot dead Mr Cheng outside Parramatta police headquarters on October 2.
The man is expected to be charged this afternoon and will appear in court tomorrow.
VALEDICTORY
Mr Curtis Shu Kei Cheng (28 November 1956 to 2 October 2015)
A member of the New South Wales Police Force from 11 November 1997 to 2 October 2015
The 2nd of October 2015 was the Friday before a long weekend. Many people were getting away early, extending the time that they would have to spend with family and friends. And on most Fridays, Curtis Cheng would have done the same.
However, there had been the demands of preparing the current year’s budget, an enormous task, the last of it completed just a few weeks ago. And there was more to do for the Annual Report. So Curtis stayed back a little longer than usual.
Eventually satisfied he had done all that he could, Curtis left. In his customary, friendly way he said goodbye to his colleagues, wishing them well, and made his way towards the lifts to head home.
Improbable and unjust things happen. We read about them in newspapers and see them on television. We are shocked, often outraged, when they do. But when they happen, they invariably happen to someone else, somewhere else.
But Curtis was one of our own, one of our friends. His circumstances are our circumstances. And the pain and disorientation we feel at Curtis’s death is all the more acute as a result.
Curtis Shu Kei Cheng commenced with the NSW Police Force on the 11th of November 1997, Remembrance Day. And we will always remember Curtis.
His resume was impressive. A lecturer of Accounting at the Hang Seng School of Commerce in Hong Kong. And thereafter at the Open University of Hong Kong. A Management Accountant at the Bank of Bermuda. And later an Administration and Finance Consultant in Hong Kong private enterprise.
He studied in Hong Kong and his postgraduate qualifications, including a Master of Science in Business Administration, were mostly completed in England. He amassed an impressive list of research and publications in accounting, management and education, and on arriving in Australia put his education and skills to good effect in running his own business facilitating trade for companies in China.
Curtis worked in our Financial and Business Services Directorate and his earliest work was introducing business planning to the Force. Systematically measuring what worked well, and what worked less well, to ensure we achieved the best results for the people of New South Wales. At that time this type of work was new, but is now acknowledged as being vitally important to operational policing.
In that first role and in the promotions that deservedly followed Curtis took great pride in his performance, developing a reputation for producing work that could be trusted. In an accountant’s world he was gold.
Curtis continued to work in Financial and Business Services: in Corporate Performance, Finance Budget and Planning, Management Accounting, and as a Systems Accountant.
In recognition of his service with the NSW Police Force, Curtis received NSW Police Medallions recognising the milestones of 10 and 15 years service, the Commissioner’s Long Service Award for 15 years service, as well as the Commissioner’s Olympic and Sesquicentenary Citations.
And in between times, in 1998, the Australian Government recognised Curtis with Australian citizenship, an event he proudly announced to work mates.
Curtis was admired and respected by his colleagues, a gentle man in every sense. Hard working, measured, but unfailingly positive. As you would expect there has been a lot of reflecting over these past couple of weeks. Members of his team recounted Curtis’s familiar greeting, his hand on your shoulder as he asked you how your were. Genuinely interested in the answer.
He valued relationships and nurtured them over a coffee, or a shared meal. And if the topic turned to his beloved football, or his family, you knew you were in for a long chat.
One of his closest co-workers said:
“You know, we all get angry at things from time to time. There must have been things that made Curtis angry. But if there were, I never saw them. Not once. Not in all the years I knew him – he was nothing but positive.”
This year the NSW Police Force has been celebrating the centenary of women in policing. Just last month I attended a gala dinner – a highlight of those celebrations – close to a thousand people in attendance. And Curtis was there, showing his support. Resplendent in black tie, his NSW Police Force citations proudly pinned to his lapels. So proud to be part of the Force. So proud to help recognise a century of outstanding achievements by the women of the Force. It was a wonderful evening.
And more than a few of us were surprised, and we smiled, when Curtis hit the dance floor. This quiet, unassuming man from Finance, this man of numbers and spread-sheets, well he certainly knew how to move. He was a revelation. And he was soon surrounded by many others, up, relaxing, enjoying themselves. It was a night of celebration, a night to be positive, and Curtis led the way.
It is never easy to say goodbye to someone who meant so much to so many. The NSW Police Force has lost a respected and much loved member of its family, Selina, a devoted husband, Alpha and Zilvia, a loving and devoted father.
I can’t describe the devastation inside Police Headquarters and right across the NSW Police Force. The gentlest of friends lost to an act of terror. A man, the manner of whose death, stands in the starkest contrast to the gentle, honourable way he led his life.
But in the aftermath of this tragedy, my officers and I have been struck by the strength and unity of the Cheng family. Not an ounce of hate despite this senseless crime. At a time when they deserved our shoulders for support, they have shown a strength and grace of their own, an example to the rest of us, showing the way.
There cannot be any one of us, least of all Selina, Zilvia and Alpha, for whom Curtis’s death is not painful and incomprehensible. We meet it with grief and tears, shock and despair, hurt and anger. It makes no sense. Perhaps time will provide some answers. Perhaps it will dull the pain. But what cannot be allowed to be dulled is the contribution Curtis made.
I was leafing through Curtis’s Personnel File late one evening last week, reflecting on the man and his contribution. His most recent successful application for a promotion was there, and a couple of statements in particular struck me.
Discussing his data and information technology skills he said:
“One of my hobbies is to create forms and templates to make things organized no matter at work or at home”. And I smiled at the thought of Alpha, Zilvia, and Selina being gently organised on weekends or some other routine task by way of an Excel spread-sheet.
But Curtis also said this:
“Over the past years, I have enjoyed every minute working in the NSW Police Force. And if I am given the honour of becoming a system accountant, I have the confidence to maintain and enhance a harmonious and constructive team spirit.”
That was Curtis.
A man who loved his family, relished his work and held dear the opportunities and pleasures life in Australia afforded him. A man who didn’t take his good fortune for granted or keep it to himself, but who shared it with others through his positive spirit and generosity. At least while it lasted.
Curtis’s fate reminds us that life is fragile. It also reminds us that we are together responsible for the type of community we create. If a positive is to be taken from recent events, it is our collective realisation that our way of life, the freedoms and protections we enjoy, are not unassailable. They need to built, maintained and defended.
We owe it to Curtis to do that.
It is my honour today to posthumously confer a Commissioner’s Commendation for Service on Mr Curtis Cheng. In part the commendation reads:
For outstanding and meritorious performance of duty as a member of the New South Wales Police Force between 1997 and 2015.
Mr Cheng was a long serving member of Financial and Business Services, where he served with diligence and distinction, providing exemplary financial services to the New South Wales Police Force.
Mr Cheng was killed in a callous act of violence outside Police Headquarters in Parramatta on Friday 2 October 2015.
Mr Cheng displayed integrity, loyalty, commitment, professionalism and devotion to duty as a member of the New South Wales Police Force, and thus is highly commended for his service.
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I am deeply honoured and, indeed, privileged to be able to represent every member of the New South Wales Police Force here today to farewell Curtis Cheng.
A man who served the people of New South Wales with honour, and with a caring and gentle heart.
A loving husband and father.
A cherished colleague.
Our friend.
We are grateful to have known you Curtis and to have worked alongside you.
Our prayers travel with you. May your loved ones be comforted. May you rest in peace.
A P Scipione APM
Commissioner of Police
17 October 2015
Joy-Anne TREWICK
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Joy-Anne TREWICK
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 39355
Rank: Senior Constable
Stations: ?, Manning Great Lakes L.A.C.
Service: From ? to ?
Awards: ?
Born: ?
Died on: Monday night, 28 September 2015
Cause: Breast Cancer
Age: 50
Funeral date: Tuesday 6 October 2015 @ 10am
Funeral location: John Wright Park, 12-14 Manning Street, Tuncurry
Buried at: ?
Joy-Anne TREWICK
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Manning River Times
National Police Remembrance Day and Retired NSW Police Officer day 2015
By Carl Muxlow
POLICE gathered in ceremonies around New South Wales yesterday to honour the lives of police officers lost in the line of duty, or to illness or other circumstances.
Here in Taree at the National Police Remembrance Day service, a local life was honoured. Special mention was given to Manning Great Lakes Area Command Senior Constable Joy-Anne Trewick, who sadly passed away on Monday night, after a long and hard fought battle with breast cancer.
“She’ll be remembered fondly as a vibrant and happen person,” reflected Superintendent Peter Thurtell.
“She was always professional and loved her career. She will be sadly missed.”
The superintendent expressed his heartfelt condolences to Senior Constable Trewick’s family.
The service is commemorated each year on the feast day for Saint Michael the Archangel, patron saint of police and the Taree service was hosted by the Baptist church at Kolodong.
According to master of ceremonies Inspector Christine George, the day is the most significant event on the Australian police ceremonial calendar.
Police chaplain Pastor Chris Thornhill performed the welcome, opening prayer and homily.
“Today is a day of mixed emotions,” the chaplain said. “But also pride in their single-minded dedication and the willingness to pursue justice at great costs.
“Today we remember the diligence, the courage and the integrity of these lives.”
Scripture readings were carried out by retired inspector Bob Barnes and Detective Acting Inspector Natalie Stephens, later followed by the commissioner’s address read by Superintendent Peter Thurtell.
Names of serving members of the New South Wales Police in Papua New Guinea and Australia who have died during the period of September 26, 2014 to September 28, 2015 were read aloud by Inspector Tony Power.
A collection of recent photos of the officers of Manning Great-Lakes Local Area Commend at work, offered a visual reflection of policing as it is today.
To Supt Peter Thurtell, Sen Cst Trewick was an absolute gem when she worked here in Port Macquarie. Although I did a few things to get on her bad side I’m terribly saddened to hear of her death. Breast cancer is an awful way for a life to be taken and I could only imagine what would be going through the minds of the ones she loved. Btw Pete Thurtell is a legend.
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Ronald William DOBSON
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Ronald William DOBSON
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 6574
Rank: Chief Inspector – retired
Stations: ?, 21 Division – Special Squad, State Operations – retirement
Service: From ? to 6 June 1986 = 36 years Service
Awards: ?
Born: ?
Died on: Friday 2 October 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 86
Funeral date: Friday 9 October 2015 @ 11am
Funeral location: at Our Lady of the Way Catholic Church, 15 Troy Street, EMU PLAINS
Buried at: ?
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Kylie Jane HAYES
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Kylie Jane HAYES ( BOWDEN )
New South Wales Police Force
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Rank: Senior Constable – retired – Disengaged on 29 September 2003
SOCCO – Regd. # 2001655 – Disengaged on 2 September 2010 = 12 years ‘combined’ Service
Stations: ?, Wollongong, Lake Illawarra ( Blue Team ), Forensic Services Group – Illawarra ( as a Civilian SOCCO )
Service: From ? to 29 September 2003 – Serving NSW Police Officer
Service 2: From ? to 2 September 2010 – Civilian SOCCO
Awards: ?
Born: 1972
Died on: Monday 28 September 2015 ( the day before Police Remembrance Day )
Kylie Hayes with Kerr Neal ( Orgill – Ambos ) at the Triple 0 Party – Oct 2014
Kylie Hayes
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Very sad news came through this evening ( Monday 28 September 2015 ) that one of our mates, Kylie HAYES, passed away with her husband, Mark, by her side.
May Kylie finally cast aside the wheel chair and be dancing through heavens gate and may she forever Rest In Peace.
Cal
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PHOTOS FROM FUNERAL:
81 Photos in this collection. If anyone, known to Cal, wishes a copy of any, or all, of these photos – please email: Cal@AustralianPolice.com.au
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THURSDAY 4 SEPTEMBER 2014 RETIRED POLICE DAY HELD AT LAKE ILLAWARRA POLICE STATION, OAK FLATS. LOLA SCOTT WITH KYLIE HAYES.
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Ronald Garry TAYLOR
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Ronald Garry TAYLOR
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 8933
Uniform # 1057
Also: Member of the Military Police Army Reserve
Rank: Sergeant 2nd Class – retired
Stations: ?, STP at Wagga Wagga, Newcastle STP – Scott St, Gosford HWP ( 1970’s ), Hornsby Traffic
Service: From 3 March 1958 to 16 August 1987 = 29+ years Service & retired medically unfit
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Lithgow Mercury ( NSW ) Friday 24 May 1940 page 2
MR. JOHN McDONALD
Death of Veteran Police Officer
Mr. John McDonald, of Hampton, who died in Lithgow hospital early this morning at the age of 74, was for a long time in charge of the Central police barracks, Central-street, Sydney. Many senior officers of the force passed through his hands, including the Commissioner of Police ( Supt. MacKay ) ; between the two there was always a close friendship.
The late Mr. McDonald, a native of Scotland, retired from the force 15 years ago with the rank of sergeant. All his service took place in the metropolitan district.
He had lived at Hampton since his retirement, spending his time at a number of guest-houses. As in Scotland, he was an enthusiastic mountain-climber, and spent much of his time on walking expeditions. He took a keen interest in the district and its progress, and made many friends. He was unmarried.
Mr. McDonald was taken ill 13 months ago, and spent five months in Dudley Hospital, Orange. Shortly after his return to Hampton he was confined to his bed, and was admitted to the Lithgow institution.
The funeral has been arranged for to-morrow afternoon, and will leave Messrs. Matthews and Lemon’s parlors, Mort-street, after a service, commencing at 2.30, for the Presbyterian portion of Lowther cemetery. The Commissioner of Police, owing to the ill-health of Mrs. MacKay, will not, be able to attend, but will be represented by Inspector J.J. Fogarty, of Bathurst. Katoomba, Bathurst and Lithgow police will be present.
The Sydney Morning Herald Wednesday 5 June 1940 page 2 of 22
Probate Jurisdiction – In the Will of JOHN McDONALD late of Hampton in the State of New South Wales, Retired Sergeant of Police, deceased. – Application will be made after fourteen days from the publication hereof that Probate of the last Will of the abovenamed deceased dated the twenty-fifth day of October one thousand nine hundred and thirty-seven may be granted to the PUBLIC TRUSTEE the Executor named in the said Will and all notices may be served at the under-mentioned Proctors for the Executor, 88 Pitt St, Sydney.
The remains of the late Mr. Paul Hammon, a universally popular young resident of Scone for a number of years, and whose sad and untimely death was referred to in last Tuesday’s issue, were laid to rest in the Randwick Cemetery on Monday last. The chief mourners were Mr.E. Nelson (his pal), and Mrs. Hyort and family, (for his mother), Mr. and Mrs. Larsend. Thirty-eight members of the Police Force headed the cortege to Randwick, Inspector Young representing No. 4 Police Station and Sergt. McDonald attending on behalf of Central Police Barracks. The Rev. Walker conducted the burial service. Wreaths were forwarded from Comrades of No. 4 Police Station and of Central Police Barracks, Executive of the Police Association, Mrs. Hyort and family (on behalf of his mother), Mr. E. Nelson (Scone), Mr. Quist (Scone), Mr and Mrs. Larsend (Danish Club), Mrs; P. H. Head and children, Mr. Dalhroad, Mr. Dalberg, Danish Club ” Thor, ” Mrs. Hill and family, and Loyal Strangers’ Friend Lodge, No. 121, Scone.
On 5 August 2016 I made numerous Google enquiries for Paul HAMMON to see if he was an actual member of NSW Police Force or simply an associate of the Police Force. I was NOT able to locate ANY further information about him.
Cal
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The Sun ( Sydney, NSW ) Thursday 10 November 1921 page 7
CALF ARRESTED
Bellowing in the Streets Sleepless Men and Prisoners
A calf was arrested about midnight and interned at the central barracks. It bellowed for the rest of the night, and greatly annoyed over 100 men in their quarters, and many prisoners in the cells.
The story of the calf’s doings have been told from police station to police station throughout the metropolitan district.
When Superintendent Nolan heard of the “arrest” from sergeant MacKay, who had been furnished with a brief report of the affair, he had to laugh, even if there are men on beat duty in the city to-day who are weary from want of sleep.
The arrest was made by Constables Shirlow and Collard while they were patrolling the Darling Harbor side of the city. As they rode along towards Market-street, they spotted the calf, which commenced to bellow loudly. ” We’ll arrest her, ” said one. ‘ Of course, we can’t put her in the cells at the Central, but will shove her into the coalhouse. ‘ ” Right you are,” replied the second policeman. ” In goes Cattle, and the charge in creating a disturbance. She makes enough noise, Her voice is certainly a contralto. ”
Procuring a piece of rope from a yard close by, Shirlow and Collard secured the calf, and, wheeling their bicycles, they moved it alone to the Central Police Station.
” AN IMPORTANT ARREST “
As the two policemen, bicycles, and calf entered the wide-open gates of the police station a wag called out to Sergeant Iverack, ” An important arrest, sergeant. The prisoner is coming through the gates.”
” We’ll have to put her in the coal-house “, remarked one of the men.
” You can’t do that very well,” was a reply, ” It’s nearly 1 a.m. and the men are all asleep. She’s started her bellowing again, and she will wake them up.”
However, she was placed in the coal-house.
She went on singing her song, which lasted till daybreak.
MEN MUST SLEEP
Sergeant “Jock” McDonald, who has charge of the central barracks, became alarmed. Rushing downstairs from the men’s quarters he demanded to know what was going on.
” My men are waking up. They must have their sleep, and if this goes on they will not be fit for duty, ” he called out.
Nothing could he done. There was no other place to put her. She finished up about 6 a.m., when she was removed to the police depot in a motor van.
One old woman who had been arrested for drunkenness the previous night thought she would help the calf vocally, and she added a song or two.
The poundkeeper at Botany was asked yesterday to take the calf. He refused. ”
She’s too bony, ” he remarked, ” and I could do nothing with her. ”
Calfie is at the police depot. The police do not know what to do with her. They want her owner to take her away.
” She had no milk yesterday, and seems to want some, ” was the remark of a man at the depot this morning. ” I think by the look of her, she would want a thousand gallons a day to make her look well.
The calf is believed to have strayed away from a wharf.
The Sun ( Sydney, NSW ) Tuesday 2 September 1924 page 9
SERGEANT McDONALD, who has had charge of the Central Police barracks for over nine years. He is on leave of absence prior to retirement from the force. He joined the service in 1903.
Joined the New South Wales Police Force via the NSW Police Cadet System on 26 April 1949
Cadet # 808
Regd. # 7195
Rank: Detective Sergeant 1st Class – retired
Stations: ?, Parramatta – retirement
Service: From 26 April 1949 to 6 February 1980 = 31+ years Service
Awards: ?
Born: ? ? abt 1933
Died on: Tuesday 22 September 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 82
Funeral date: Monday 28 September 2015 @ 10.30am
Funeral location: East Chapel, Northern Suburbs Memorial Gardens and Crematorium, 199 Delhi Road, North Ryde
Buried at: ?
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Charles Albert DEIN
DEIN, Charles Albert.
Passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home in Baulkham Hills on 22nd September, 2015 aged 82 years. He will be dearly missed by his children Marilyn, Beverley, Wayne and Raymond along with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A celebration of Charles’ life will be held in the East Chapel of the Northern Suburbs Crematorium, 199 Delhi Road, North Ryde on Monday, 28th September, 2015 at 10.30am.
Published in The Sydney Morning Herald on Sept. 24, 2015
Funeral location: H. Parsons, Warilla Chapel, 101 Woolworths Avenue, Warilla
Buried at: Albion Park Cemetery, Croome Rd, Albion Park Rail
Memorial location: Frank Smithers Park, 248 Tongarra Rd, Albion Pk – dedication ceremony – Tuesday 20 December 2016
Some of those from Police, Council and family who attended the unveiling today. Tuesday 20 December 2016
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Frank was in the Shellharbour Hospital system in February 2015 for unknown problems.
Frank SMITHERS
NX149974, N105257
Albion Park RSL Sub Branch Members are requested to attend the service of their late esteemed comrade.
Frank Smithers at Parsons, Warilla on Thursday 24 September at 12 noon. Blazers / medals to be worn.
Auth. D Hamilton
Hon. Sec.
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SMITHERS FRANK of Albion Park
Passed away in hospital after a long battle, surrounded by his family on September 19, 2015.
Loved husband of Ellie.
Loved father of Annette and Jac, Joyce, Sandra and stepfather of Joy, Terry, Deidre.
Grandfather of 14, great grandfather of 24 and great great grandfather of 3.
Former serving councillor of Shellharbour Council for 23 years and 2 terms served as Deputy Mayor.
Police officer for 35 years.
Aged 92 Years
Always loved and sadly missed
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Frank’s funeral service to be held in the Chapel, Parsons Funeral Home, 10 Woolworths Avenue Warilla on Thursday 24th September, 2015 at 12noon. Following the service his funeral will proceed to Albion Park Cemetery, Croome Road, Albion Park Rail.
Naming Reserve 133, Lot: 1 DP: 908823, 248 Tongarra Road Albion Park, after former Alderman Frank Smithers (10729032)
MOTION
: Murray/Marsh
1. That reserve 133, Lot:1 DP: 908823, 248 Tongarra Road Albion Park, be named Frank Smithers Park in recognition of former Alderman Frank Smithers dedicated service to the community of Shellharbour in accordance with Council’s Naming of Council Assets after Individuals policy.
2. That the name Frank Smithers Park be referred to the Geographic Names Board for exhibition in accordance with its policy.
3. That, if approved, appropriate signage be installed at the site denoting the new name and an appropriate ceremony be held when signage is installed.
Councillor Marsh proposed the following addition to the MOTION, which was accepted by the Mover:
4. That the signage include information about Alderman Frank Smithers.
RESOLVED: Murray/Marsh
1. That reserve 133, Lot:1 DP: 908823, 248 Tongarra Road Albion Park, be named Frank Smithers Park in recognition of former Alderman Frank Smithers dedicated service to the community of Shellharbour in accordance with Council’s Naming of Council Assets after Individuals policy.
2. That the name Frank Smithers Park be referred to the Geographic Names Board for exhibition in accordance with its policy.
3. That, if approved, appropriate signage be installed at the site denoting the new name and an appropriate ceremony be held when signage is installed.
4. That the signage include information about Alderman Frank Smithers.
This park was to be ‘unveiled’ on Friday 16 December 2016 but due to poor weather, has been postponed. The park was officially ‘unveiled’ on Tuesday 20 December 2016.
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Illawarra Mercury ( Wollongong ) Friday 22 November 1935 p11 of 14
UNANDERRA NEWS
The following pupils of Unanderra Public School passed the Primary final examination; Jenny Bird, Jack Brough, Arthur Callaway, Bob Catterall, Bert Coleman, Tom Franklin, Bruce Jay, Betty Jolliffe, Wallace Mason, Molly Rodgers, Frank Smithers, Joyce Stevenson, Tim Sweeney, John Timothy, Nancy Todman, Bill Wadey, Ken Watson.
*It is not known if this article is referencing the same Frank Smithers at Unanderra Public School, or if the policeman Frank Smithers actually attended this school, but the time frame is correct.
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Sione Siotame Sau FAUPULA
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Sione Siotame Sau FAUPULA
aka John Jotham Sau FAUPULA
New South Wales Police Force
Federal Police Force
Regd. # ?
Rank: ?
Stations: ?, Tactical Operator with the Specialist Response Group
Federal Agent in the SRG
Service: From ? to ?
Awards: ?
Born: 7 January 1968
Died on: Sunday 20 September 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 47
Funeral date: Wednesday 23 September 2015 @ 10am
Funeral location: City Uniting Church, corner of Rudd Street and Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City
Buried at: ?
John Jotham Sau FAUPULA
John Jotham Sau FAUPULA & family
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JOHN JOTHAM SAU FAUPULA
7 January 1968 – 20 September 2015
Dearly loved husband of Rebecca.
Adored father of Kefilina, Kebuel,
Senileva and Lokomalani.
Treasured son of Haloti (dec) and Sioana.
Beloved brother and uncle.
The funeral service for John will be held in the City Uniting Church, corner of Rudd Street and Northourne Avenue, Canberra City tomorrow Wednesday 23 September 2015, commencing at 10am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zita Mary Clinic, Calvary Hospital.
John Faupula
This Guest Book will remain online until 27/10/2015.Learn More
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
Rebecca, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless and gives you comfort during this difficult time.
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Jenny Pulu,
Dee Why, New South Wales
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
My sincerest sympathy to you and your family, Bec.
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Paul Livingstone,
Sydney, New South Wales
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
Rest in God’s Love my dear cousin. ‘Ofa atu always xOx
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Isabella Takitaki,
DEE WHY, New South Wales
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
Rebecca we are so sad to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Martin and Aliza Costello,
Theodore, Australian Capital Territory
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to my old friend Rebecca and your beautiful family. I will always remember John as a man with a big heart and beautiful soul. Sending our love to you all. Alli, Rodg & family.
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Alli Braun,
Adelaide, South Australia
Wednesday, 23 September 2015
A man whose light will shine forever on those he touched. To a beautiful beautiful family who will forever miss him but will treasure those unique special times they had as he fought harder than anyone else ever has.
With our love the Hakes-Toleafoa-Campbell family.
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
Our thoughts, prayers and hearts go out to Rebecca and your lovely family. A true gentle man.
From the Southwells
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. John was a wonderful man, and this can be seen in your beautiful family.
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Ryan, Scott & Janine Bradley,
Brisbane, Queensland
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
I will pray for you Sau and for all your family. I remember you very well as a delightful little lad when I taught at Yirrkala in the 1970s. It sounds like you have left your mark on the world and a wonderful legacy. Well done and God Bless you. Colin Brown
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Colin Brown,
CANBERRA, 2619
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
To a beautiful man,a loving husband to my only sister, the most amazing father to your 4 precious children. My brother in law and protector, You were always there for us,providing support,adventure ,guidance ,direction, mischief and of course…fun. Thank you for gracing our lives with your love. We will miss you more than words could ever express. Rest with the peace and dignity you deserve. Always in our hearts.
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Megan Sara & Sam,
Australian Capital Territory
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Sending love, sympathy and sincere condolences from the Thomas family
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Jacinta Thomas,
Melbourne, Victoria
Tuesday, 22 September 2015
Our deepest sympathies to Rebecca and all the family. Sau is now out of pain and at rest with GOD.
Curtis Cheng, left, and his family.
