GODFREY:
WA POLICE UNION Members are invited to attend the Funeral Service for our late retired member Ronald Best Godfrey 2654 at Seasons Chapel, Wanneroo Road, Balcatta on Monday (11.03.2019) at 2.00pm.
Here is Ronald Best Godfrey’s online obituary. Please accept Everhere’s sincere condolences.
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Ronald Best Godfrey (Balcatta, Western Australia), who passed away at the age of 91, on February 14, 2019. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
You may also light a candle in honor of Ronald Best Godfrey or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. A funeral service will be held on Monday, March 11th 2019 at 2:00 PM at the Seasons Balcatta Chapel (401 Wanneroo Rd, Balcatta WA).
page 3680 GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, W.A. 24 December, 1957
APPOINTMENT
( Under Section 6 of the Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages Act, 1894 – 1956 )
Registrar General’s Office,
Perth, 20th December, 1957.
THE following appointments have been approved:-
R.G.No. 166/57 – Constable Ronald Best Godfrey, as Assistant District Registrar of Births and Deaths for the Geraldton Registry District, to maintain an office at Mingenew, during the absence on leave of Constable Robert Bruce Edwards; appointment to date from 14th December, 1957.
It is with great sadness that another WA Police officer ( male ) has taken their own life overnight. If you know their name please do not divulge it, thank you.
If you need to speak to someone please reach out to anyone be it a friend, relative, Soldiers and Sirens, Soldier On, MHERL even if you reach out through Facebook please just know you can talk to someone. We do understand a number of us have been on the edge before and know what its like.
CURTIS:
The Funeral Service for the late David Harold Wright Curtis of Vitali Crescent, Kalgoorlie will assemble at the main entrance of the Goldfields Crematorium, Memorial Drive, Kalgoorlie for a Cremation Service at 10.30am on TUESDAY (12.2.2019).
IVAN VUKOVICH
Kalgoorlie 9021 2023
Member AFDA
Published in The West Australian on Feb. 5, 2019
Senior police officers lead the funeral procession for Senior Constable Dave Curtis. Picture: Tori O’Connor
‘He loved us so much’: Son of WA cop who took his own life speaks out
Senior Constable Dave Curtis was the sort of cop who would consistently reach out to other officers going through a tough time.
Affectionately known as ‘DC’ by colleagues, he would routinely get in touch with fellow officers who’d been assaulted on the job, making sure they were okay.
He was also known to speak at various police-related and other community events over the years without a microphone – such was the power of his booming voice.
It always got people’s attention.
But Senior Constable Curtis – who first joined WA Police as a cadet in November 1982 – stunned his fellow officers and family by taking his own life in January.
He was just 53.
“The last time we saw one another was at my son’s belated birthday party the weekend before,” his son John Curtis said.
“At the time, he seemed deflated.
“You always offer some assistance or some time to talk, but in this particular circumstance he didn’t see it fit to speak to anyone about it.”
‘He just loved us all so much’
John Curtis said his father told him shortly before he died he would never have to worry about him “doing something stupid”.
“So obviously to get the subsequent news was quite a shock,” he said.
“He’s not the kind of person who would have liked to have burdened anyone with his trouble.
“He didn’t want to shift that burden that he was wearing elsewhere to help himself.
“He loved everyone around him, he didn’t want to cause them any harm or stress.
“He just loved us all so much.”
Senior Constable Curtis’ death is understood to be one of several police suicides across the country in recent weeks and months.
The “tragic and unnecessary deaths” – the Police Federation of Australia says – “demonstrate that holding the thin blue line comes at a very significant cost”.
Senior Constable Curtis’ passing has also once again put a spotlight on the psychological toll policing and other frontline emergency work has on people.
It is for this reason WAtoday has begun a three-part series on the issue starting from today. On Thursday, we will explore the newly restructured police unit tasked with helping officers and their families with mental health issues, and the toll PTSD has on serving and former cops.
‘I’m still stunned by it’
Close friend and fellow WA cop Geoff Stewart said he’d been left rocked by the passing of his mate and colleague.
“The thing I liked the most about him was his integrity,” Superintendent Stewart recalled.
“In all the time I knew him, I never saw him get angry or hear him talk ill of his colleagues. He knew the value of a team.
“DC’s passing has rocked us all and I’m still stunned by it.
“Every police station has a DC. That one individual who is the centre of the place, keeps things ticking and always had the interest of the team at heart.
“Look up country copper in a dictionary and there will be a picture of DC.”
Superintendent Stewart said Senior Constable Curtis was one of several officers stationed at Newman who had to deal with the tragic events of a police air wing crash in the regional town in 2001.
The crash claimed the lives of four police officers.
“That would have left an impact on anyone and I know it did for DC,” Superintendent Stewart said.
Another fellow police officer who knew the 53-year-old said: “He was a typical, old-school, country copper.
“Firm but fair, with a big heart and very community-minded.
“It makes me sad that a strong, resilient man who had given so much and seen so much, got to a point in his life that he could not go on.”
‘We are hurting’
At the time of his death Senior Constable Curtis was a branch official and a director of the WA Police Union.
“He genuinely cared for the welfare of his fellow officers,” WA Police Union boss and close mate Harry Arnott said.
“Around the board table, he always provided a considered, highly-valued opinion.
“A man of few words, when he spoke, people listened and he was a strong voice for regional coppers.
“We are hurting because we have not only lost a great police officer and union man, we’ve lost a great mate.”
A Senate report released in February recommended a range of changes with regard to how governments respond to the mental health concerns of first responders, like police officers and paramedics.
Among the report’s 14 recommendations was a suggestion that compulsory mental health awareness training be introduced in every first responder organisation across Australia.
Research released last year by Beyond Blue found one in three police officers and other emergency service workers experienced high or very high psychological distress compared to one in eight Australian adults.
The research also found police officers and other emergency service workers report suicidal thoughts twice as often as other adults.
John Curtis said he hoped his father’s passing would prompt other people who may have such thoughts, or who are battling any mental health issues to speak up.
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Friday, 1 February 2019
CURTIS (Dave):
On behalf of the WA Police Union Directors and Staff, we extend our sincerest condolences to Kerrie and family on the passing of their beloved Dave.
Dave was loved by everyone and our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the sudden and tragic passing of a serving WA Police Force officer overnight and we have lost one of our finest.
Dave was a wonderful supporter of the band and was also a member of our Friends of the Band Program.
Sincerest condolences to all Dave’s family and friends.
If you need to speak to someone we urge you to please, please, reach out.
Talk to your colleagues, a friend or loved one or make that call to one of the numbers below or the Helpline for wherever you reside.
Some details on the officer in WAPOL that was lost to the world this week.
PUTP unfortunately has recently lost one of our own but known personally of 3 police related deaths in the last 2 months. We grieve still.
Our thoughts go to family of this officer both blood and in blue.
In memoriam: Senior Constable David ‘Dave’ Curtis, WA Police Force, died suddenly on the night of 30th January 2019
Senior Constable David Harold Wright Curtis dedicated 34 years of diligent service to the community of Western Australia. His larger-than-life personality and his willingness to help impressed many in the Goldfields region and beyond. His presence made a significant impact in Western Australia and his leaving has left our world a poorer place.
Dave Curtis was a wonderful supporter of Police Legacy and many other community initiatives, including his contributions to Polair 64 memorial and events. The support he offered to members following the tragedy at Newman will forever be remembered; he held the community together through very trying times. As the Eastern Region Director, he was a valued Member and contributor to the WA Police Union for more than a decade.
As he leaves behind his loving wife and children, he is reunited with his late father and step-daughter. Dave Curtis will forever be remembered for his many accomplishments, and as a great friend, colleague and a true gentleman. His loss has left us all feeling deeply desolate with grief.
Our hearts go out to his family, friends, colleagues; everyone who loved him. May peace and comfort find them during this incredibly difficult time.
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
FAREWELL TO A ‘GENTLE GIANT’
Jason Mennell Wednesday, 13 February 2019 10:44AM
There was a huge outpouring of solidarity as more than 200 police officers from across the State yesterday joined family and friends to farewell Senior Constable David Curtis at a touching funeral service in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
At the service he was described by friends and colleagues as a “gentle giant” who always put others before himself.
But underneath his sunny and selfless nature, Sen. Const. Curtis faced emotional turmoil and to the stunned dismay of friends and family he made the decision to take his own life last month at the age of 53.
His death came after 36 years with WA Police, in a career which began at Kambalda in 1982. He went on to serve at Kalgoorlie Police Station, Mt Magnet Police Station and Newman Police Station.
At the funeral service yesterday, an emotional former policeman and State Member for Kalgoorlie Kyran O’Donnell, who knew Sen. Const. Curtis for 30 years, told the Kalgoorlie Miner his friend would be sorely missed.
“We are always there to support each other but we weren’t there for Dave,” he said.
“We didn’t know. It’s just a waste.
“If we can learn by this by learning to identify this in the future, it won’t happen again.”
Mr O’Donnell said he had never seen so many officers at a funeral before and it was a fitting send-off for a “gentle giant”.
“He was one of the nicest guys,” he said. “No one ever had a bad word about him. It didn’t matter whatever you asked of him, he did it. He was one of those coppers he would still be there hours after his shifts, finishing jobs to help others and he wouldn’t even claim overtime.”
The service began with a solemn procession led by police motorbikes and cars travelling down Memorial Drive as officers stood tall on either side of the road with hands held stiffly at their sides.
The vehicles were followed by 12 members of the WA Police Pipe Band who played a selection from the Retreat Slow Marches.
Behind the pipe band, senior police officers marched ahead of the hearse carrying a casket that was flanked by close friends and family members. The procession peeled off into the Kalgoorlie Cemetery where people who could not fit inside the Kalgoorlie Crematorium Chapel stood outside to listen to the service.
During the service the chaplain said the selfless officer must have been facing emotional turmoil before he made the decision to take his own life.
He said the sudden death of Sen. Const. Curtis would have left family, friends and colleagues questioning what they might have done to intervene beforehand, but that they should not be hard on themselves.
A friend of Sen. Const. Curtis, Anita Grace, talked fondly about the officer’s time in Newman.
She said Sen. Const. Curtis was popular with the Martu people in the region and was “a big man with a big smile” who “always had time to chat”.
Superintendent Geoff Stewart who served with Sen. Const. Curtis in Newman said friends and family had been left “stunned” by the tragic news.
“He was a big man and he left a big impact on all of us,” he said.
“It wasn’t only what he did but it was how he held himself. The man had integrity.”
Supt Stewart said a light aircraft crash, which killed four police officers in January 2001 in Newman had left an indelible mark on his former colleague.
WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson, who was also at the service, told the Kalgoorlie Miner the police force was like a family.
“This is unsurprising for me as commissioner to see this demonstrable show of unity, but we are really here to care and support Dave’s immediate family and recognise his service over many, many years,” he said.
“For us it is a touching, sad and sombre moment but it’s very important that we also celebrate his life and give support to his family, friends and colleagues.”
Paul James REYNOLDS
| 13/03/2019
Paul James REYNOLDS
AKA ?
* Nickname: Beau REYNOLDS
Late of ?
Relations in ‘the job’:
“possible” relation in ‘the job‘: ?
Tasmania Police Academy –Class # ? ? ?
Tasmania Police Force
Regd. # ?????
Rank: Commenced Training at Tasmania Police Academy on Monday ? ? 1980
Probationary Constable- appointed ? ? ?
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Demoted to Senior Sergeant – ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Senior Sergeant
Stations: ?, Savage River, Launceston, OIC – Prosecution Services – North West, Death
Time employed ( Paid ) with Tasmania Police: From: ? ? 1980 to 13 September 2018 = 38 years,
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From? ? 1980 to 13 September 2018 = 38 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 58 years,
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: National Medal – granted 8 April 1995 ( Constable )
Born: ? ? ? in Devonport, Tasmania
Died on: Thursday 13 September 2018
Age: 58 years,
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: Depression – Suicide – ( Method ? )
Event location: Parkham in Tasmania’s north
Event / Diagnosis date: ?
Funeral date: Wednesday, 19th September 2018, 11am
Funeral location: The Church of the Apostles in Margaret Street
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Wake location: ???
Wake date: Wednesday, 19th September 2018
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ? TBA
Grave Location: Section: Row: ?Plot: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( February 2024 )
PAUL is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Coroner urges six-monthly welfare checks after inquest into four police suicide deaths
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In short: A Hobart coroner who investigated the deaths of four police officers who took their own lives has recommended Tasmania Police conduct mandatory half-yearly well-being screenings for PTSD.
What’s next? The Police commissioner says work will continue with the police association to implement changes
The family of one of four Tasmanian police officers who died by suicide between 2016 and 2020 say they hope the findings of a coronial inquest may prevent a similar tragedy in the future.
Coroner Simon Cooper has handed down his findings into the deaths of Constable Paul Hunt, Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds, Constable Simon Darke and Sergeant Robert Cooke, recommending a swathe of welfare supports be implemented.
WARNING: This story touches on themes of depression and suicide.
During last year’s hearings, the court was told how overworked officers were self-medicating with alcohol and drugs, and of significant shortfalls in welfare support — particularly in areas such as fatigue management and protocols around interactions with the Professional Standards Command.
In his findings, Coroner Cooper, acknowledged the fact that these men were all serving police officers was “only part of the whole picture” of their lives, but he said he had “no doubt” that “Sergeant Cooke‘s police service was the direct cause of his death“.
But he said the provision of welfare support and whether it was adequate was a “central consideration at the inquest.”
He called for Tasmania Police to immediately develop and implement a fatigue management policy saying it was essential it was “addressed urgently”.
The inquest heard Robert Cooke had reportedly worked “16-hour continuous shifts for four weeks” during the Central Highlands bushfires in 2019.
This had left him “exhausted and barely functioning towards the end of the third week”.
“Tasmania Police had no fatigue management policy at any time, up to and including as recently as when the evidence at the inquest was publicly taken at the end of 2022,” he said.
“The absence of any fatigue management policy was, I consider, a direct factor in Sergeant Cooke’s death.”
Tasmania Police officers salute at Robert Cooke’s funeral in 2020 .(ABC News: Luke Bowden)
The coroner also recommended six-monthly screenings of all operation police officers for post-traumatic stress disorder.
“Sergeant Cooke obviously suffered from the effects of PTSD for a long time before it was diagnosed,” he said.
“Every health care professional who gave evidence … unanimously agreed that his PTSD was entirely attributable to his service as a police officer.
“Every health care professional also agreed that earlier detection of PTSD increases the chances of successful treatment and recovery.”
Tasmania Police investigating the feasibility of “introducing a points system”, whereby an officer’s exposure to severe incidents would be tracked, was also recommended.
When a “critical points threshold” was reached, an automatic referral to a psychologist should be triggered, Coroner Cooper said.
The coroner also called for better support for officers under investigation for misconduct — including ensuring that those who had their phone seized by Professional Standards be given a replacement mobile pre-programmed with well-being support numbers.
“The death of any member of the community by suicide is a tragedy,” Coroner Cooper said.
“The suicide of serving police officers, whatever their individual circumstances, is particularly tragic for serving members of the police force and the community at large.
“My sincere hope is that some improvements and learnings can emerge from the deaths of Constable Hunt, Senior Sergeant Reynolds, Constable Darke and Sergeant Cooke.”
Sergeant Robert “Cookie” Cooke was well-regarded among his Tasmania Police colleagues.(ABC News: Luke Bowden)
Families welcome findings
In a statement, Robert Cooke‘s mother Lyn and sister Michelle said they were satisfied with the findings, particularly the recommendations for a fatigue management policy and screenings for PTSD stress disorder.
“The family miss Rob terribly and hope the findings and increased support for mental health may prevent similar events in the future,” they said.
“[Our] thoughts are with all the families involved in this inquest.”
Commissioner committed to ‘safe model of policing’
Police Commissioner Donna Adams acknowledged it was a difficult time for the families and colleagues impacted by the coronial report.
She said improvements had already been made within Tasmania Police.
Strategies included “a strong peer support group, and a critical stress program” to ensure officers could access the help they needed.
But she said changes wouldn’t end there — and that Tasmania Police would work with the Police Association to examine the coroner’s recommendations.
Police Minister Felix Ellis said the government had allocated funding to “Tasmania Police and the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management’s nation-leading wellbeing program”.
“Police officers, by the nature of the job, are exposed to some pretty difficult and extraordinary circumstances, so providing that support is important,” he said.
“We want to work to make sure that policing continues to be a career or choice, and that we’re supporting our officers if they do find themselves facing challenging circumstances.”
Inquest hears Tasmania Police officer Paul Reynolds was facing child exploitation claims before suicide
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The inquest heard the allegations involved numerous underage male youths being sent photos and inappropriate messages.(ABC News)
A senior police officer who was part of the response to the Port Arthur massacre and the Beaconsfield Mine collapse was facing serious child exploitation allegations before his death, a coronial inquest has heard.
Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds was 54 when he died by suicide in September 2018 in Parkham in Tasmania’s north.
The deaths of Constable Paul Hunt, Constable Simon Darke and Sergeant Robert Cooke will also form part of the inquiry.
All four men died by suicide between 2016 and 2020.
Counsel assisting the coroner, Cameron Lee, said Senior Sergeant Reynolds was a “highly respected police officer” but that reputation was tarnished when “shocking and despicable allegations” came to light.
On the night before his death, Senior Sergeant Reynolds was visited at his Westbury property by officers from the Professional Standards Command.
They were there to search the property after allegations he had sent and received child exploitation material, and that he had groomed young men, including members of the local Deloraine Football Club, into doing unlawful acts.
The allegations against Senior Sergeant Reynolds involved numerous underage male youths being sent photos and inappropriate messages.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds is also alleged to have given young boys “rub downs” at the football club, been present when they were showering and during “naked ice baths.”
Police also are alleged to have found photos and sexually explicit messages on his phone sent to other male adults.
The inquest heard a senior officer had lodged a complaint the week before outlining the claims to Blue Teams — a tool available for officers to report and make complaints about colleagues.
At the time of the search, the inquest heard Senior Sergeant Reynolds denied any wrongdoing and told his wife there was no evidence to find.
At the inquest, Mr Lee read a quote from a transcript of Senior Sergeant Reynolds during the search of his property.
“This is career destroying … what an end to a 40-year career,” Mr Lee said.
He told the inquest that “it was widely known in Deloraine that he was a paedophile“.
Paul Reynolds joined Tasmania Police in 1980.
He was one of the first on the scene at the Port Arthur massacre in 1996 and at the Beaconsfield gold mine collapse 10 years later.
The coroner was told Senior Sergeant Reynolds was diagnosed with depression in 2012.
In the same year, he was formally reprimanded for poor work performance and demoted from inspector to senior sergeant.
“He didn’t like being an inspector, he wanted to return to being a sergeant and be one of the troops,” Mr Lee told the inquest.
Welfare officer felt ‘let down’
Sergeant Fiona Smith told the inquest her workload as a welfare officer “was massive”. ( ABC News: Jessica Moran )
Sergeant Fiona Smith was Tasmania Police’s welfare officer at the time.
The inquest heard she was asked to contact Senior Sergeant Reynolds the morning after the search and check on him.
She was unable to get in touch as his mobile was confiscated during the search.
“It was obviously difficult to contact him when he didn’t have a phone,” she said.
During her evidence, she said felt let down by Tasmania Police and was not offered the support she needed for her growing caseload.
When she was in the role, she said she could have more than 100 cases. The role is now split between eight people.
“I had, at one stage, grave concerns for 13 members of the Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management teams … my workload was massive.”
In regards to the management of Constable Paul Hunt, Sergeant Smith said she was not invited to be involved in his meeting with Professional Standards on the day he died.
On Monday, the inquest heard that Constable Hunt took his life on the day he had a meeting with the police professional standards team.
“I knew him very well, we were very good friends, he trusted me and our relationship was really good,” she said.
“I stressed to the inspector at the time that I needed to be in that meeting … it made me quite angry that I wasn’t, even just for me to be outside afterwards.
I’m not saying he wouldn’t have done what he did when he got home, but I’m confident I would have got him home and supported him.”
The inquest also heard Sergeant Smith was served with an official directive to not communicate with Paul Hunt’s family after his death as it could be perceived as a conflict of interest.
“Paul was the Inspector in Charge during the rescue operation at the Beaconsfield mine collapse on the 25th April 2006 where one person died and two others, Todd Russell and Brandt Webb were rescued a fortnight later. Paul received a Police Commendation for his efforts in that disaster.” – FB user
“This event (Beaconsfield mine rescue) was a defining moment in his career. His ability to adapt his leadership approach from briefing EM committees to the media conferences (where he virtually led the way for TasPol, to the sensitivities of dealing with volunteers eg. within SES was without a doubt, extraordinary. It was recognised from afar eg WAPOL who flew us over to learn from the experience. I remember the way Beau stood out the back with Bill Shorten and how he carried himself in those moments. Sharp wit mixed with tailored delivery.” – FB user
“I’ll never forget the cheeky look on his face every time I walked into the PFCP at beaccy and he’d kick you and your slow typing off the computer. Every single time. I can’t believe I’ll never see that cheeky smile again.” – FB user
“I was only a young boy growing up in the town of Savage River and PR was our local police officer, a fresh-faced young Constable. Sorry, I can’t recall the years, I was born in 77 and we left in 90. He left before we did, I believe they closed the station a few years before we left.” – FB user
“Paul ‘Beau’ Reynolds was serving at Tullah in the late 80s when I was about 14/15 years old. I was playing basketball for the Tullah men’s side as teenagers and Paul was a part of that… he taught us hardness and respect… treating us as adults… absolute champion bloke who had our respect both as a person and a police officer. RIP Beau… absolute legend!!” – FB user
“A truly wonderful gentleman whom we had only met in the last few years through football but he made such a positive impact in our son’s life and ours he certainly will be missed. RIP Paul. Our thoughts go out to his family, friends and work colleagues” – FB user
“I first came across Beau having him as our basketball coach, then as a referee when I joined the Coppers. A true gentleman who treated everyone with respect. His jokes and laughter were infectious… Always made people smile.” – FB user
“So many funny and fond memories of my friend Beau from our St Brendan’s Shaw days then later in life when I happened to be at the police academy for a visit. What a great funny man who should have been beside the great comedians in Hollywood. Forever his pranks and humour will live on. The world is now less without you in it old mate” – FB user
“Directing Staff on 2002 Sergeants Course. I never forgot his influence…” – FB user
Tasmania Police senior sergeant Paul Reynolds has died
Matt Maloney
We are mourning the death of Paul “Beau” Reynolds who passed away suddenly on Thursday, 13th September 2018.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds served with Tasmania Police for 38 years, including time as an inspector in Launceston. He was born in Devonport and attended Charles Sturt University.
He was most recently in charge of prosecution services in the North-West.
Commissioner Darren Hine said welfare support was being provided to his family and the wider police community.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds was elected president of the Northern Tasmania Football Association last year after serving as coach for the Longford Tigers and working with the St Patrick’s College senior team.
He was chairman of the Tasmanian Football Council.
AFL Tasmania chief executive Trisha Squires said the Tasmanian State League would observe a moment of silence this weekend and players in all three grand finals would wear black armbands in his memory.
He will forever be remembered for his dedication to serving the community and as a true leader within the state’s police and football community.
Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds remembered as ‘a wonderful father, husband and a very fine police officer’
19 2018, 5:30PM – Melissa Mobbs
Hundreds of police formed a guard of honour at Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds’ funeral on Wednesday. Pictures: Scott Gelston
As the church bells rang on Wednesday, hundreds of police officers stood side by side, in solidarity, as they farewelled their colleague and their mate.
Senior Sergeant Paul “Beau” Reynolds tragically died last week, leaving his family, friends and Tasmania Police team devastated.
Long-time friend and celebrant of the funeral Father Richard Ross said Senior Sergeant Reynolds was remembered as a man “who had time for everyone”.
“He always made the person he was speaking to feel so special,” he said.
“He was full of love, warmth, and generosity, and was just such a terrific and well-respected guy.
“He was a wonderful father and husband, and a very fine police officer. He was a really effective coach and administrator, particularly in the football community, and the sense of loss [during the funeral] was massive.”
Father Ross also shared a message for Senior Sergeant Reynolds’ colleagues, and that was “thank you”.
“Just for what they do, they see the worst of humanity and they deal with that on a daily basis,” he said.
“The cumulative effect of trauma has been well documented and I think ultimately Paul was a victim of that.
“I encourage police to take care of themselves and know it is OK to ask for help.”
Speaking at the service, Commissioner Darren Hine shared some of the many highlights from Senior Sergeant Reynolds’ 38-year career.
He was one of the first officers on the scene at Port Arthur after the 1996 massacre and received a commendation for his work following the tragedy.
He was also commended by the Commissioner for his performance as the officer in charge of managing police activities during the rescue of miners Todd Russell and Brant Webb and the recovery of the body of Larry Knight at Beaconsfield in 2006.
The dedicated officer also spent time working in the Coroner’s office and attended countless fatal crashes throughout his career.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds’ 38-year career with Tasmania Police was recognised.
“Beau was posted all over the state during his 38-year career,” Commissioner Hine said.
“Beau successfully completed many courses throughout his career and he put those skills to good use wherever he served.
“His loss will be deeply felt across Tasmania Police, and our thoughts are prayers are with [his family] at this difficult time.”
Officers from across the state formed a guard of honour after the funeral service for the much-loved son, husband, father, brother and uncle.
Beyond his work in the force, he was highly regarded among the local football community.
Last year he was elected president of the Northern Tasmania Football Association and had served as coach for the Longford Tigers, worked with the St Patrick’s College senior team, and was chairman of the Tasmanian Football Council.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds leaves behind his wife Sharon, and children Jacob, Emily, Ben and Tori.
Launceston road closures expected as police, family prepare to farewell Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds
September 19 2018, 8:18AM
Police officers, family and friends will gather in Launceston today to farewell Senior Sergeant Paul Reynolds.
The funeral service is expected to cause some delays and police are asking drivers to be patient.
Margaret Street between Frederick Street and York Street and Elizabeth Street between Margaret Street and Bathurst Street will be affected from about noon.
Senior Sergeant Reynolds died suddenly last week.
He served with Tasmania Police for 38 years, including time as an inspector in Launceston.
His funeral will be held at 11am today at The Church of the Apostles in Margaret Street.
Beau served as a member of the Tasmania Police Service for 38 years and his loss will be felt deeply across our agency.
The Commissioner, Members and Employees of Tasmania Police are saddened by the sudden death of their colleague and offer their deepest sympathy to his family.
Loved mother of Janelle and Christopher and Mother-in-Law of Lynda and Bill.
Adored Grandmother of Stuart, James, Tess and Lucy and
Great Grandmother of Scarlet and Lucas.
Treasured sister of Patricia and Gwen and
Aunt of Karen, Sandra and Craig.
Aged 80 years.
Reunited with Barry.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
A private service has been held.
Published by Illawarra Mercury on July 8, 2017
July 11, 2017
My Deepest Sympathies to Christopher and family
Barry aka ” The Mukhtar of Corrimal ” was a great friend of mine and we shared good times with he and Margaret at the Cyprus Reunions. I was stationed at Wollongong and Warilla but am now living in Adelaide.
Have said a prayer for them both.
John and Judith Crowley
JOHN CROWLEY,
ADELAIDE, South Australia
Lisa Ann CANNON
| 13/03/2019
Lisa Ann CANNON
late of Butler, W.A.
Western Australia Police Force
Regd. # 13557
Rank: Senior Constable
Stations: ?
Service: From? ? 2008? to 27 February 2017= 9? years Service
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: 20 January 1978 in Scotland
Died on: Monday 27 February 2017
Age: 39
Cause: Depression – Suicide
Funeral date: Friday 10 March 2017 @ 9am
Funeral location: Western Australia Police Academy, 81 Lakeside Dr, Joondalup, W.A.
Buried at: Private Family Cremation will be held at the PINNAROO West Chapel, Whitfords Ave, Padbury at 12 noon
Memorial at: ?
LISA is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * BUT SHOULD BE.
LISA is NOT mentioned on the National Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO ( Still doesn’t appear on the National Police Wall of Remembrance as of 25 August 2022 )
Lisa with her 11 year old son.
Funeral location:
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
CANNON (Lisa Ann):
The Commissioner of Police and all members of the Western Australia Police regret the passing of our colleague, Lisa Cannon Registered Number 13557. Deepest sympathy to all her loved ones.
Published in The West Australian on Mar. 8, 2017
– See more at: http://www.westannouncements.com.au/obituaries/thewest-au/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=184391916#sthash.5kJZS2XC.dpuf
CANNON:
WA POLICE UNION Members are invited to attend the Funeral Service for our late serving member Lisa Ann CANNON 13557 at the WA Police Academy Chapel on FRIDAY (10.03.2017) at 9.00am.
Published in The West Australian on Mar. 9, 2017
– See more at: http://www.westannouncements.com.au/obituaries/thewest-au/obituary.aspx?n=lisa-cannon&pid=184404770&fhid=14419&eid=sp_ommatch&eid=sp_ommatch#sthash.NnbTpEbE.dpuf
CANNON:
The Funeral Service to Celebrate the Life of Lisa Ann Cannon of Butler will be held at the Western Australian Police Academy Chapel, Lakeside Dr Joondalup on FRIDAY (10.03.2017) commencing at 9am.A Private Family Cremation will be held at the PINNAROO West Chapel, Whitfords Ave, Padbury at 12 noon.
WANGARA 9409 9119
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We recently lost a friend and colleague to suicide because of PTSD. She left her son and partner behind because she did not get the help she required. We owe it to her 11 year old son and for all the other partners, children and family members left behind by the officers who can see no Light at the end of the tunnel except by ending their lives. It has to STOP.
For too long, management of Australian Police Forces have silently accepted horrifically high suicide rates amongst our troops – Disproportionately higher than the Australian population.
We demand a national Coronial enquiry, seeking answers in a State by State basis. We want to learn what are the primary stressors amongst our Police, what is/can be done to minimise this, and greater support services for our Police.
“F*** You SA Police” – this was the last social media post of a SA cop who tragically took his own life just days ago.
“Suicide and bullying are rife within the police force. I’ve served as a cop in SA for 11 years now – I’ve battled first hand the toxic “suck it up princess” internal culture. It’s destroying, and costing lives.”
“I’m proud of my job, for keeping our communities safe from crime. We lock up murderers, protect domestic violence victims, and remove kids from horrific abuse. But what I’m sick of is the bureaucratic crap, intimidation and abuse of power that goes on internally.”
“Stop sweeping the fact police are killing themselves under the carpet. This is too important. My colleagues are dying around me. For too long now, management of Australian Police Forces have silently, knowingly, accepted horrifically high suicide rates amongst our troops – disproportionately higher than the Aussie population.”
I am starting this petition on behalf of myself and colleagues who are seeking an enquiry into the cause of suicides by Police in each Australian State.
We need to learn what the primary stressors are among our Police to then decide how to minimise more tragic deaths from happening.
The ‘Thin Blue Line’ is getting thinner – Please help protect those who protect our community by signing and sharing our petition.
This petition will be delivered to:
Australian State Coroners
Federal Minister for Justice
Michael Keenan MP
SA Minister for Police
Peter Malinauskas MLP
Qld Minister for Police
Mark Ryan MP
NSW Minister for Police
Troy Grant MP
Vic Minister for Police
Lisa Neville MP
ACT Minister for Police
Mick Gentleman MLA
Tas Minister for Police
Rene Hidding MP
NT Minister for Police
Michael Gunner MLA
Minister for Police; Road Safety; Training and Workforce Development; Women’s Interests Hon. Liza Harvey MLA
Police Officers everywhere, both past and present, are inevitably bound by a common bond. This linkage, this manacle or shackle… this incredibly wonderful thing that ties us all together, is forged in both adversity and success. It manifests itself in both tragedy and triumph, in sadness and elation.
At the commencement of every shift, our goal is to ultimately make it home at the end of the day. To collectively ensure that our colleagues do the same. In achieving this, we go a long way towards providing the comfort and protection that communities around the world so desperately need.
Since the dawn of time, Police Officers everywhere have rested soundly in the knowledge that should some tragedy befall them, their loved ones will forever be looked after. That the bond with their colleagues, forged with blood, sweat and no shortage of tears will in part be passed onto those left behind.
And so it is in this case.
On 27 February 2017, Senior Constable Lisa Cannon of the Western Australian Police sadly left this world, leaving behind a son, Adam.
We are certain that Adam has been surrounded by love… that he is in no doubt that his mother loved him with her entire heart.
As he grows into a man though, it is vitally important that he is made aware of just how highly his mother was regarded on both sides of the world. As Adam’s Police family, our small part in this is to pass on this legacy.
Please assist us in our endeavours to raise as much money as we can for Adam if only to reinforce to him during this journey that he is not alone in his grief, that Lisa’s extended blue family walks beside him every step of the way.
Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on 11th February 2017.
Seamus is survived by his loving wife Maria, Children Cara and Cian, Stepchildren Jacinta and Alison.
Father Sean and Stepmother Trinidad.
Sister Fiona, Brothers Kieran, Andrew and Brendan.
Sister-in-Laws Libby, Janet and Marianne.
Nephews and Nieces Luke, Jennifer, Matthew, Sean, Colum, Anthony and Jay. Stepsister Marivic and family, Marvin Jade and Gillian.
Seamus was Dearly loved and will be sadly missed by all.
Published in The West Australian from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2017
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Thursday, 9 March 2017
Seán, Fíona, Maria and all the family,
My deep sympathy. I will go to Mass tomorrow and pray for Séamus and for you.
May you find the strength to cope.
James
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Seán and all the Doherty family. Seamus will be missed and fondly remembered by us all. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Shane, Helen, Lily and Rory
~
Shane Whelehan,
Perth, Western Australia
Tuesday, 21 February 2017
So sad to hear, RIP. We will have a drink in your honour next year at the Somalia 25th Reunion. On behalf of the 1RAR Association Southern Queensland Branch, thank you for your service. Condolences to your family.
~
Simone Blakeman,
Brisbane, Queensland
Sunday, 19 February 2017
On the behalf of (YTBF) The Pilbara Regiment Association.
RIP, a soldier, a gentleman and a great mate to many.
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to Maria, and his family and friends.
The Green Family has lost a digger, gone but never forgotten.
~
Natasha Cann,
Perth, Western Australia
Saturday, 18 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Our children Cara and Cian lost their dad. He will be missed but treasured forever. RIP Seamus
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 17 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus):
Rest in peace valued friend and colleague, sadly missed by all who knew and served with him. Deepest condolences to Maria and family. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
Members, Directors and Staff WA Police Union
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 16 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): On the behalf of Seamus’ classmates of Mazenod College 1986 and the Mazenod Old Boys Association, we would like to extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends. We are very proud to call Seamus one of our own.
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 16 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Goodbye to a good mate. You will be truly missed. Our thoughts are with your family. RIP Cobber.
From the Marino family,
Boys from 20 DIV. ESS and 2 CER.
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 16 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus Liam): The Commissioner of Police and all members of the Western Australia Police regret the passing of our colleague Seamus Doherty Registered Number 10326.
Deepest sympathy to all his loved ones.
Published in: The West Australian
Thursday, 16 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Seamus, A treasured workmate and friend whose knowledge and humour will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Maria and family from all members of the Tactical Response Group and Bomb Response Unit.
Published in: The West Australian
Wednesday, 15 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus):
Deepest sympathy to Sean and the Doherty family. RIP Seamus. You gave us all you had to stay. Loved by us all. Remembered always for sharing your music with us, almost to the end. Rita Fallon and family, Ray Deely and Bill Byrne
Tuesday, 14 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus):
Vale Seamus Doherty, a Somalia Veteran and a valued member of the Riverton RSL. Deepest sympathy to his wife Maria, family and friends. Riverton RSL President Bill Collidge, Committee, Members and Staff.
Lest We Forget
Published in: The West Australian
Saturday, 18 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Deepest Sympathy to Maria, Cian, Cara and Stepchildren Jacinta and Alison and the Doherty family. Rest in Peace Seamus, you will be sorely missed.
Your mate and brother in-law Frank.
Published in: The West Australian
Friday, 17 February 2017
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Maria, Jacinta, Alison, Cara and Cian. Father Sean and Trinidad and all extended family. Our prayers are with you during this sad time. Rest In Peace Seamus.
All our Love Francisco and Nazare Camacho and extended family.
Published in: The West Australian
Wednesday, 15 February 2017
DOHERTY
( Seamus Liam):
05.09.1969 – 11.02.2017
“Forever in our hearts”
Seamus passed over peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. He is now at peace with God and the angels. Seamus was a deeply loved and cherished husband, son, father, step-father, brother and friend to so many.Thank you to our family and friends for their support and prayers during this difficult time.In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Cancer Council of Australia (www.cancer.org.au).Rest peacefully, my heart. I will love you forever. ‘Til we are one again, your loving wife, Maria.
Published in: The West Australian
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Seamus DOHERTY
Funeral notice
DOHERTY:
WA POLICE UNION Members are invited to attend the Funeral Service for our late serving member Seamus Liam Doherty 10326 at Fremantle Cemetery on Monday (20.02.2017) at 11.45am.
Published in The West Australian on Feb. 17, 2017
– See more at: http://www.westannouncements.com.au/obituaries/thewest-au/obituary.aspx?n=seamus-doherty&pid=184155091&fhid=14374#sthash.NwIMzHXm.d97krzQR.dpuf
The final farewell for serving WA Police Union Member Seamus Doherty 10326.
You have fought the good fight. Life’s race has been run.
Now peace your reward for eternity begun.
Vale Seamus Doherty
The Funeral Mass for Club Member Seamus Doherty of Canning Vale will be celebrated at 9.45am on Monday 20 February at the Sacred Heart Church on the corner of Ovens Road and Discovery Drive, Thornlie. The cortege will leave the church at the conclusion of Mass and arrive at 11.45am at Fremantle Cemetery, Carrington Street, Palmyra for the Burial service. Members and friends are asked to assemble at the Samson Pavilion the Fremantle Cemetery at 11.35am. Vigil Prayers and Rosary will be recited in Bowra & O’Dea Chapel, 1307 Albany Highway Cannington at 5.30pm on Sunday 19 February 2017. We will remember them. Lest we forget.
Interview with Sapper Seamus Doherty – Royal Australian Engineers – December 2009
MOONEY:
WA POLICE UNION Members are invited to attend the Funeral Service for our late retired member Patrick Hugh Mooney 2473 at St Jerome’s Catholic Church, Rockingham Rd Munster on TUESDAY (9.8.2016) at 11.15am followed by a Burial Service at FREMANTLE Cemetery at 12.45pm.
MOONEY:
The Funeral Mass for Mr Patrick Hugh Mooney of Amberley Aged Care, formerly of Wattleup, will be celebrated in St Jerome’s Catholic Church, cnr Rockingham Rd and Troode St MUNSTER commencing at 11.15am on TUESDAY (9.8.2016).
The Cortege will leave the Church at the conclusion of Mass and arrive at the main entrance of FREMANTLE Cemetery, Carrington St Palmyra at 12.45pm for a Burial Service.
Vigil Prayers and Rosary will be recited in Bowra & O’Dea’s Chapel, 312 South St, Hilton at 7.30pm on MONDAY (8.8.2016).
FREMANTLE 312 SOUTH STREET HILTON 9239 7744
WA Family Owned www.bowraodea.com.au
THE Hon. Acting Minister for Justice has, pursuant to section 13 (2) of the Local Courts Act, 1904-1958, approved the appointment of Constable Patrick Hugh Mooney as Clerk of the Local Court at Mingenew, as from 22nd January, 1964, vice Constable D. W. G. Thompson, transferred.
(Under Section 6 of the Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages Act, 1961.)
Registrar General’s Office, Perth, 22nd July 1964.
THE following appointments have been approved:
R.G. No. 92/61—Constable Colin Maxwell Selwood as Assistant District Registrar of Births and Deaths for the Geraldton Registry District, to maintain an office at Mingenew during the absence on leave of Constable Patrick Hugh Mooney; this appointment dates from 5th July, 1964.
(Under Section 6 of the Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages Act, 1961.)
Registrar General’s Office, Perth, 5th May, 1965.
THE following appointments have been approved:
R.G. No. 92/61.—Constable Kevin Francis Dawson, as Assistant District Registrar of Births and Deaths for the Geraldton Registry District, to maintain an office at Mingenew, during the absence on leave of Constable Patrick Hugh Mooney; this appointment dates from 19th April, 1965.
Neil wrote this song in the days following the death of colleague Olly Isaac. He hopes that this message will encourage anyone who might be struggling to reach out for help.
Written & performed by Neil Pynenburg
ISAAC, Olly
ISAAC, Olly
He wasn’t a good man He was a great man
Passed away on 16th March.
All who loved him are welcome to join his Family on Wednesday, 23rd March, at 10 a. m. , at the Broadwater Road Uniting Church, 481 Broadwater Road, Mansfield.
It is with heavy hearts that we report the death of a serving QPS member today. Our deepest condolences to family, friends and the entire Centenary Patrol Group in Brisbane. We understand that your friend and colleague was a highly valued and extremely well thought of member of your team.
To all directly involved, we cannot ease your pain but rest assured that our thoughts, and those of all your blue brothers and sisters nation wide are with you now…
Out of respect for friends and family, details at this point have been withheld. Should anyone need a little extra help right now, Blue HOPE stands ready…
Doreen Marion DRIVER
| 13/03/2019
Doreen Marion DRIVER
New South Wales Police Force – Wife of Denis DRIVER who passed on 18 March 2022 aged 83
Born: ?
Died on: 20 January 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 75
Funeral date: 28 January 2015 @ 10am
Funeral location: St Andrews Uniting Church, Kenneth St, Loungueville
Buried at: ?
Doreen is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
It has been a privilege to assist your family, may you find comfort and peace at this time through the love of those around you as you begin a new journey in life.
On the behalf of (YTBF) The Pilbara Regiment Association.
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Our children Cara and Cian lost their dad. He will be missed but treasured forever. RIP Seamus
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Seamus, A treasured workmate and friend whose knowledge and humour will be sorely missed. Our heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Maria and family from all members of the Tactical Response Group and Bomb Response Unit.
DOHERTY (Seamus ): Deepest Sympathy to Maria, Cian, Cara and Stepchildren Jacinta and Alison and the Doherty family. Rest in Peace Seamus, you will be sorely missed.
DOHERTY
