Possibly related to Detective Cecil Ferguson WIGHTLEY NSWPF # ????
Possibly related to Malcolm T WIGHTLEY NSWPF # 4144
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 088 or 089
NSW Police Cadet #1533
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 10122
Service: From 2 November 1959 to8 September 1997 = 38 years Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 2 November 1959 ( aged 17 years, 1 month, 24 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Saturday 9 September 1961 ( aged 19 years )
Constable – appointed 9 September 1962
Constable 1st Class – appointed 1 April 1967
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed 1 April 1971
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 30 April 1984
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Detective Sergeant 2nd Class
Stations: Liverpool ( 22 Division )( Cadet )( 1960 ), Darlinghurst ( ProCst ), Redfern ( 7 Division )( ProCst ), Patrol Yard at Police HQ ( February 1963 ), Camden GDs ( November 1964 ), Scientific Investigation ( August 1966 ), Western District ( 1967 ), to Broken Hill as the Scientific Investigator until 12/1972, Newcastle ( Scientific Investigation )( December 1972 – 1974 ), GDs across many stations including Newcastle, Hamilton, Wallsend, Belmont Sgt 3/c ), – Retirement
Retirement / Leaving age: = 54 years, 11 months, 30 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 23 years, 5 months, 14 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 11 December 1980 ( Sgt )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 2 November 1988 ( Det Sgt )
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 6 June 1997 ( Sgt )
Commended for fighting bush fires in Cumberland District in 1965
Commended for Outstanding Performance of Duty and Team effort during the Newcastle Earth Quake 1989 5
Born: Wednesday 9 September 1942
Died on: Monday 22 February 2021
Age: 78 years, 5 months, 13 days
Cause: ?
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Wednesday 3 March 2021 @ 2pm
Funeral location: North Chapel, Newcastle Memorial Park Anderson Drive, Beresfield, NSW
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( September 2021 )
DENIS 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.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
17 September 2021
Rex Arthur CASSILLES
| 18/09/2021
Rex Arthur CASSILLES
AKA Knackers
Late of West Ryde, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern Class # 051
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 7576
Service: From Tuesday 7 April 1953 to23 June 1988 = 35 years, 2 months, 16 days Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Tuesday 7 April 1953 ( aged 21 years, 10 months, 4 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Monday 25 May 1953 ( aged 21 years, 11 months, 22 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 25 May 1964
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 5 August 1969
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 1 May 1977
Appears in the 1985 ‘Stud Book’ as a Sgt 2/c but does NOT appear in the 1988 issue.
Beloved husband of Marjorie (dec). Loving father and father-in-law of Ian, Lee and Glenn. Cherished Pop of Casey and Amy & Poppy Rex of Chloe.
Passed away May 23rd, 2021 Late of West Ryde.
Aged 89 Years Forever in our hearts
Family and friends of Rex are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service to be held in the North Chapel of Northern Suburbs Crematorium, Delhi Road, North Ryde on Friday June 4th, 2021 commencing at 11.15am.
Delhi Road, North Ryde 2113
CASSILLES, Marjorie Lorna
Passed away August 3, 2010
late of West Ryde.
Beloved wife of Rex, loving mother and mother-in-law of Ian, Lee and Glenn. Cherished Nan of Casey.
Sadly missed by all her family and friends.
Aged 78 Years
Forever in our hearts
The relatives and friends of MARJORIE are warmly invited to attend her Funeral Service to be held in the South Chapel, Northern Suburbs Crematorium, North Ryde on Monday 9 August, 2010 commencing at 11am.
MANNINGS FUNERALS ALL SUBURBS
Proudly Australian Owned and Family Operated 9555 …9555 … www.mannings.com.au
Member FIA
Date listed:7/8/2010Publication: The Daily Telegraph
NSW POLICE DEPARTMENT SERGEANT’S COURSE No. 1 OF 1970 BACK ROW: D. O. MARSH, F. W. PITCHFORD, K.A. AITKEN, R. G. RUDGLEY, B. J. O’BRIEN, E. J. WALMSELY, J. A. MORGAN, N. N. HOBBS, G. H. ROWE, W. H. MAIR, R.A. CASSILLES MIDDLE ROW: R. W. KING ( DRILL INST. ), K. D. SCHUBERT, C. J. JURD, R. J. BIRKS, A. J. ARNDELL, M. SMITH, W. J. HADRICK, B. N. MURPHY, R. W. DUNN, R. J. BEHAND, G. HARVIE. R. B. GOULD ( INSTRUCTOR )
FRONT ROW: No data
I have not found any information on this man, his life or career.
He does not rate a mention on Trove or the Australian Honours system.
He was not a NSW Police Cadet.
The family have provided a streaming link, for those wishing to watch the service.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern / Police Training College – Penrith – Class # ? ? ?
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # ‘Q‘ 8848
For the purposes of this website ‘Q‘ represents those Police joining between 1 March 1862 ( commencement of NSWPF ) – 23 February 1915 ( Commencement of NSWPF current numbering system )
Service: From? ? 1908 to7 March 1950 = 42 years Service
Rank: Commenced Training at ? Police Academy on ? ? ?
Birth: Oliver H BROOK Birth: 14032/1886 to Edward G BROOK & Helenia B at Goulburn, NSW
Marriage: Oliver H BROOK to Ada M THEEUFF at Waverly, NSW. # 9573/1909
Death: Oliver H BROOK # 1626/1950. Father: Edward George BROOK. Mother: Helena BOOTH. Balmain, NSW
Death of Ada May BROOK nee THEEUFF ( Wife ) # 5685/1972. Father: William. Mother: Unknown. Sydney, NSW
Birth of Eric Oliver BROOK: ( Son ) # 33584/1910 Father: Oliver Heathcote BROOK. Mother: Ada May BROOK. Waverley, NSW
Death of Eric Oliver BROOK: ( Son ) # 3633/1973 Father: Oliver Heathcote BROOK. Mother: Ada May BROOK. Sydney, NSW
Macleay Chronicle (Kempsey, NSW : 1899 – 1952),
Thursday 3 September 1908, page 4
SMART ARREST.
Last night Constable *Brook saw a man and woman in the Domain both carrying parcels.
He stopped them and found the man’s parcel contained the dead body of a child, and some blood-stained clothing. The woman stated that the child was born alive on Sunday night, but when she awoke yesterday morning it was dead.
Bricks were attached to both parcels.
The couple were arrested on a charge of concealment of birth.
*Unsure if this article is in relation to Constable Oliver Heathcote BROOK.
Evening News (Sydney, NSW : 1869 – 1931),
Thursday 24 September 1908, page 3
LANGUAGE AND ASSAULT.
Constable Brook, the one time champion cyclist, was the prosecutor in a case at the Water Police Court this morning.
He had arrested Charles Chapman, 27, fishmonger, on a charge of using indecent language in Liverpool street on September 18, and Joseph Nava, 26, bricklayer, for assault, on the same date. The cases were heard together.
The constable said when be went to arrest Chapman for using language Nava and others interfered. Nava wrenched his arm back causing him pain.
The accused, who denied the charges, were each fined 10s, or seven- days.
BROOK – THEEUFF.- July 7, 1909, at Waverley, Sydney, by the Rev. Cocks, Oliver, eldest son of Mr. G. Brook, of Waverley, to May, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Theeuff, of Broken Hill.
For assaulting Constable Oliver Heathcote Brooks while in the execution of his duty at Sydney on Saturday last a laborer, David Hession, aged 26 years, was at the Water Police Court today sentenced to six weeks hard labor by Mr. J. L. King, S M.
It was stated for the prosecution that the accused was with another man on Saturday, when one of them was heard using indecent language, whereupon the constable asked them to move on.
The accused, who was under the influence of liquor at the time, then struck the constable a heavy blow with his hand.
Accused pleaded guilty, and said he had a few drinks in, and did not know what he was doing.
The Royal Shipwreck Relief and Humane Society’s 35th annual meeting and distribution of awards for acts of bravery will take place at the Sydney Town Hall on the evening of the 26th inst.
The list of those who are to receive either medals or certificates is comprised solely of Australians who have risked their lives in saving others. On this occasion five Australian mariners are to be presented with silver medals from the King of Italy for an act of bravery in rescuing men, women, and children at Messina at the time that, city was destroyed by earthquake. Another Australian is to receive a bronze medal and certificate from Lloyds, London, and a silver medal and certificate from the South Holland lifeboat institution. The acts of bravery performed by the following have been recognised, and each will receive the society’s award at the annual meeting.
CONSTABLE OLIVER HEATHCOTE BROOK.
On December 3, 1911, a young lady named Miss Rosenberg was bathing on Tamarama Beach, when she was carried out fully 70 yards from the beach by the very strong undertow then running, and was rapidly being carried farther out. On Constable Brook’s attention being drawn, he, although not a very good swimmer, at once went to her assistance, and reaching her, managed to swim back a short distance, but owing to her struggles he was compelled to wait and hold her above water until rescued by the Life Saving Club, both being very exhausted.
James Jones, a one-handed man, was carried out by the undertow at Bondi yesterday.
Constable Brook, ex-champion cyclist of New South Wales, saw the man throw up his hand, and swam to his assistance, and after a desperate struggle, succeeded in bringing him ashore.
Mr. Edward George Brook, who died at his residence, Heathcote, Cross Street, Waverley, on Wednesday at the age of 63, was the father of Constable Brook, of Sydney, the well known ex-champion cyclist, and of Sapper William Brook, a good swimmer as well as a brave soldier, who was killed in action about a month ago.
For the last few years Mr. Brook suffered from a weak heart.
His end was hastened by the death of Sapper Brook.
BROOK, Oliver Heathcote.— March 7, 1950, at Balmain Hospital, loved husband of May Brook and dear father of Eric.
BROOK.- The Relatives and Friends of Mrs. May Brook, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Brook and Family, of No. 5 Melody Street, Coogee, are kindly invited to attend the Funeral of her beloved Husband and their dear Father and GrandfatherOLIVER HEATHCOTE BROOK ; to leave our Chapel, 810 George Street, Sydney, Tomorrow (Thursday), at 10.30 o’clock, for Eastern Suburbs Crematorium.
In the Will of OLIVER HEATHCOTE BROOK late of 18 Duncan Street Maroubra in the State of New South Wales Police Constable deceased.
Application will be made after 14 days from the publication hereof that Probate of the last Will and Testament dated 1st May 1929 of the abovenamed deceased may be granted to Ada May Brook the Executrix named in the said Will, with leave reserved to Thomas Augustus Magney the Executor named therein to come in and prove and all notices may be served at the undermentioned address.
All Creditors in the Estate of the deceased are hereby required to send in particulars of their claims to the undersigned.
MAGNEY & MAGNEY. Proctors.
79 Elizabeth Street. Sydney.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
30 August 2021
Charles Percy Lloyd BEBB
| 18/09/2021
Charles Percy Lloyd BEBB
AKA Percy BEBB
Late of 5 Waratah St, Arncliffe, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern / Police Training College – Penrith – Class # ? ? ?
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # ‘Q 8794
For the purposes of this website ‘Q‘ represents those Police joining between 1 March 1862 ( commencement of NSWPF ) – 23 February 1915 ( Commencement of NSWPF current numbering system )
Service: From? ? 1908to21 October 1934 = 26 years, 7 months, 14 days Service NOT including Academy time
Rank: Commenced Training at ? Police Academy on ? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed 7 March 1908
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Sergeant 1st Class
Stations: George St North Police Stn ( 1908 ), Water Police, Traffic Branch, Water Police ( 2nd time ), Redfern ( 7 Division ), St George ( Licencing Officer ), North Sydney ( Special Duty ) – ( Metropolitan Police Force ) – Death
Retirement / Leaving age: = 48
Time in Retirement from Police: NIL
Awards: No Find on the Australian Honours system
Certificate of Merit by the Royal Humane Society, NSW – Actions involving a drowning rescue at Bronte, NSW, on 11 November 1911
Born: ? ? 1886, NSW
Died on: Sunday 21 October 1934
Age: 48
Cause: Peritonitis stemming from appendicitis operation 10 days earlier.
Event location: North Sydney Hospital, NSW
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Tuesday 23 October 1934
Funeral location: St David’s Church, Arncliffe, NSW
Funeral Parlour: W. N. BULL, King St, Newtown, NSW ( Undertakers )
Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (NSW : 1871 – 1912),
Wednesday 20 October 1909, page 61
MARRIAGE:
BEBB — GARDEN.— September 15, at St. John’s, Glebe Point, by the Rev. S. S. Tovey, B.A., Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb to Maggie Garden ( DOB: 25 Nov 1888 ).
The Royal Shipwreck Relief and Humane Society’s 35th annual meeting and distribution of awards for acts of bravery will take place at the Sydney Town Hall on the evening of the 26th inst.
The list of those who are to receive either medals or certificates is comprised solely of Australians who have risked their lives in saving others. On this occasion five Australian mariners are to be presented with silver medals from the King of Italy for an act of bravery in rescuing men, women, and children at Messina at the time that, city was destroyed by earthquake. Another Australian is to receive a bronze medal and certificate from Lloyds, London, and a silver medal and certificate from the South Holland lifeboat institution. The acts of bravery performed by the following have been recognised, and each will receive the society’s award at the annual meeting.
CONSTABLE CHARLES PERCY LLOYD BEBB.
On November 11, 1911, while bathing in the surf at Bronte a man named Maurice Maher became cramped and perfectly helpless a considerable distance from the beach, and was rapidly being carried further out. He shouted for assistance, and Constable Bebb swam out, partially dressed, with the line, which he lost in the breakers. He, however, swam on and reached Maher, and with the assistance of Constable Conley, who had also swam out, he was safely got to the shore.
New South Wales Police Gazette and Weekly Record of Crime (Sydney : 1860 – 1930),
Wednesday 30 May 1928 (No.22), page 348
Watches and Jewellery Reported Stolen, Missing, Etc.
Date: 22 May 1928:
Owner: Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb, 5 Waratah St, Arncliffe, NSW
Description: A gold fine curb link albert, with a gold shield shaped medal, inscribed ” St. Patrick’s Day Tug of War, C.P.L. Bebb “. A gold shield shaped meal, inscribed ” Two races, C.P.L. Bebb “. A bronze medallion for life saving, inscribed ” Awarded to C.P.L. Bebb ” attached.
Sergeant Charles Percy Bebb, of Waratah Street, Arncliffe, one of the most popular members of the metropolitan police force, died last Sunday at the North Sydney Hospital, aged 48 years.
A week previously he was operated upon for appendicitis, but peritonitis developed and he did, not rally.
Sergeant Bebb was only recently promoted to first-class rank.
As a member of the water police he saved many from drowning and by kindly care and aid prevented many distressed persons taking their lives.
During the deceased’s connection with the force he had been associated with nearly every branch of the service.
Starting at George Street North, he later joined the Water Police, and was familiar with every point of the harbour.
Then to the Traffic Branch, where he was well-known in connection with the issue of licenses and vehicle registration.
Back later to the Water Police figuring prominently in many of the unfortunate bridge tragedies.
Still, later as officer to Redfern division, and latterly to St. George as licensing officer.
At the time of his sudden illness he was on special duty at North Sydney.
The deceased, who is survived by a wife and two daughters, was Vice-President of St. David’s Church of England Men’s Society, Arncliffe, and also treasurer, synodsman, and parish Councillor of the church.
He was also a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge.
The funeral services at St. David’s, Church, Arncliffe, and at the Woronora Crematorium, on Tuesday, were largely attended.
Inspector ( George Gilbert ) Fergusson ( # ‘Q‘ 8769 ) represented the Commissioner of Police, and Inspector ( Henry ) Chinner ( # ‘Q‘ 7932 ) the metropolitan superintendent.
The police band and 80 policemen in uniform were present.
Inspector Jones, of Kogarah, was in charge of arrangements, and was assisted by Sergeant Redding.
The large gathering present included many ex-policemen and colleagues and friends.
The services were conducted by the Rector, Rev. Pitt-Owen, assisted by the Rev, W. J. Siddens.
The chief mourners were Mrs. M. Bebb (wife), and two daughters, Mr. J. Harold Bebb (brother), and Mrs. Bebb, Mrs. S. R. White (mother), Mr. and Mrs. Hendren (sister) of Lithgow, Mr. John Bebb, Mr. S. R. White, Mr. A. Wray, Mr. H. H. Youngman (uncles), and their wives.
The WIFE and FAMILY of the late CHARLES PERCY LLOYD BEBB, of Arncliffe, wish to return THANKS to the many kind friends and relatives for letters, cards, and floral tributes in their
BEBB. — In loving memory of Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb who departed this life October 21 1934. Always remembered. — Inserted by his loving wife and daughters Maggie and Esther.
BEBB. — In loving memory of Percy who passed away October 21, 1934.
These postcards came from old albums owned by Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb (known as Percy) and Maggie Gardner.
Percy was born in 1886 to parents Joel and Esther (nee Harrold); Maggie was born in 1888 to John and Sarah (nee Isaac).
Their families lived in Glebe; they both attended St John’s Church there.
Both were given their albums by their parents – Percy on his 20th birthday in 1886.
The cards date from the beginning of their friendship in 1904, continue through their courtship until their marriage in 1909; after that, they are mostly Greeting types for birthday and Christmas.
They follow Percy’s path from Glebe Fire Brigade to CSR at Broadwater Richmond River and finally to NSW Police Force.
Mostly these cards date from 1904 to around 1910. A lot are between Maggie and Percy – in their courtship they seem to have written very frequently. A lot of the messages are concerned with their own and the other’s health – perhaps there was nothing else to write about. Or fishing; both families seemed to be very keen fishing people.
Unfortunately a lot of these cards are age spotted from being stored in the old albums with porous green paper; or damaged through posting or handling.
While I have discarded the worst ones, some that otherwise seem historic or attractive I have retained, hoping they will still be appealing to someone. So please let the photos been your guide as to description. Always happy to combine.
NSWPF No 8794, Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb joined the NSW Police Force 7 March 1908. He had achieved the rank of Sergeant when he died 21 October 1934.
Constable Charles Percy Lloyd Bebb was awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Royal Humane Society of NSW for actions involving a drowning rescue at Bronte on the 11th November 1911.
From a newspaper report of 25 April 1932 he is mentioned as trying to revive a man who had jumped from the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Unfortunately he was already dead when his body was retrieved from the water.
He was probably stationed first at NSW Mounted Police Barracks Bourke St Redfern, then at Central Police Barracks Liverpool St, and later was stationed at Newcastle and West Maitland (1917).
2 REAL PHOTOS NSW MOUNTED POLICE BARRACKS BOURKE ST REDFERN c1908 #10
One shows the front façade of the Police Barracks, the other has several small vignettes showing Mounted Police on horseback, undergoing training, in formation etc. One is dated 18.3.08. As Percy only joined the Police Force 7 March 1908, it is possible this was his first posting. Both photos are faded.
Esther Jane BEBBBorn: 9 July 1912, Died 21 November 2001 ( Aged: 89 years, 4 months, 12 days )
Maggie BEBBBorn: 25 November 1888, Died 29 November 1973 ( Aged: 85 years, 4 days )( This was Charles’ wife. Seems that one of the daughters was also named Maggie )
All are cremated with the Ashes of all being in the same niche’ at Woronora Cemetery, Sutherland, NSW.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
29 Aug 2021
Dennis James BASS
| 18/09/2021
Dennis James BASS
AKA Sam BASS
Late of Nelson Bay, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 105
NSW Police Cadet # 1923
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 11765
Service: From 24 February 1964 to? ? 1985 ( Resigned ) = ? years Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy, as Police Cadet, on Monday 24 February 1964 ( aged 17 years, 2 months, 15 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 9 December 1965 ( aged 19 years )
Constable – appointed 9 December 1966
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed 9 December 1974
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Does NOT Appear in the 1985 ‘ Stud Book ‘
Final Rank = Detective Sergeant ?/Class
Stations: ?, Bankstown ( 19 Division )( about 18 months ), South District ( 1968 ), ‘ D ‘ District ( 1969 ), Crookwell ( GDs ), Brewarrina ( 3 years ), Liverpool ( 22 Division )( ‘A’ List )( old Police Stn in Moore St ), 21 Division ( about 1972 ), Ashfield Detectives, Petersham Detective, Vice Squad – C.I.B., Randwick Detective – Resignation ( 1985 )
After resigning, he worked for the Egg Corporation and later as a Manager of a Country Club.
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 April 1981 ( Det SenCon )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: France Family Funerals, Nelson Bay, NSW 02 4981 4488
Buried at: Cremated. Ashes to be scattered at Shoal Bay, NSW
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( August 2021 )
DENNIS 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.
( L – R ) Dave DURANT, Frank BROWN, Sam BASS, Keith BYRNES, Noel PARKINSON, John CLARKE
In 2014 this group, from Class 105, celebrated their 50th anniversary although no longer teenagers and perhaps not so handsome. The photo is of the 50th anniversary. Back row left to right: Phil Martin, Neil Anderson, Geoff Towner, Maurie Green, Greg Parker, Ron Nunn and Col Irwin. Front row left to right: Geoff Wormleaton, Clive Steirn, Warren Chambers, Rudy Hereth and Sam Bass.
Sam Bass was my father. I just wanted to make a quick post to let everyone know of his passing and how much this group meant to him.
Last Sunday dad lost a battle he had been fighting and took his own life.
Anyone that knew Dad knew him as a lovable goofball with a giant heart that would give you the shirt of his own back.
Unfortunately, now one of the most beautiful and helpful human beings I’ve had the pleasure of knowing didn’t reach out for help when he needed it most.
My sister and I both served, and along with everyone in this group I’m sure we’ve all had more than our fair share of Friends lost to mental illness. I can tell you nothing I’ve experienced yet hits you quite like when it’s your father.
It’s ok to not be ok.
Please, please, please ask your mates how they’re doing, know YOU ARE NOT ALONE, and reach out to someone when you need.
Given the current circumstances we won’t be holding a funeral as such. Rather Sam will be cremated and once life is a bit less COVID crazy we scatter his ashes in Shoal Bay some time next year. Anyone is welcome.
Thanks to everyone in this group for allowing me to post and know that he loved you all and was on here multiple times a day.
Please feel free to send me a message on here if you feel you need and I’ll let everyone know more about the final goodbye when we do.
Regards
Mike Bass
BASS
Dennis James
BASS, Dennis James Of Nelson Bay
22 August 2021. Aged 74 years.
any Future Wake location: Guildford Leagues Club, NSW
any Future Wake date: Monday 24 May 2021
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
COLIN IS mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
21 May 2021
Updated 26 May 2021
Stuart Arthur SWAN
| 18/09/2021
Stuart Arthur SWAN
AKA ?
Late of Wagga Wagga, NSW
Husband to former member Tracy PETTINGILL, NSWPF # ?????from Class # 250
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 234 – commencement of a New and worthless Superannuation for Police as of 1 April 1988
New South Wales Police Force
ProCst # 99912
Regd. # 25202
Service: From 15 February 1988 to? ? 2004 = 15+? years Service? ? ?
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 15 February 1988 ( aged 20 years, 8 months, 9 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 6 May 1988 ( aged 20 years, 11 months )
Constable – appointed 6 May 1989
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Left the employ of NSWPF & became a Regional Investigator ( 2004 – 2007 ) then an RSPCA Inspector ( 2007 – death ).
Final Rank = Detective Senior Constable – Resigned
Stations: Rose Bay, Marrickville, Albury – Resignation
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: No Find on the Australian Honours system
Born: Tuesday 6 June 1967
Died on: Thursday 23 April 2020
Age: 52 years 10 months 17 days
Cause: Cancer – Stage 4 Brain Cancer
Event location: ?
Event date: Diagnosed 5.5 months prior to his death.
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated – His Ashes will eventually be scattered in South Africa.
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
STUART is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
NSW Police Training College – Penrith Class # 021 –
NSW Police Cadet # 661
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 6226
Service: From 2 June 1947 to6 April 1988 = 40 years 10 months, 4 days Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Penrith Police Training College, as a Cadet on Monday 2 June 1947 ( aged 17 years, 11 months, 12 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Thursday 19 August 1948 ( aged 19 years, 1 month, 29 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 October 1965
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 1 January 1975
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Superintendent – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Superintendent – appointed ? November 1984
Executive Chief Superintendent – appointed 14 November 1984
Assistant Commissioner – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Assistant Commissioner
Stations: ?, Ungarie ( 1954 ), ?, Education & Training Command – Principal of the Goulburn Police Academy ( C/Supt ) – Optional Retirement 6 April 1988
Retirement / Leaving age: = 58 years, 9 months, 16 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 33 years, 21 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 11 December 1985 ( Exec. C/Supt )
Australian Police Medal ( APM ) – granted26 January 1987 ( Exec. C/Supt )
Born: Friday 21 June 1929
Died on: Tuesday 27 April 2021
Age: 91 years, 10 months, 6 days
SenCon WARK carried out a rifle and women’s handbag from a house – 1965
Ron WARK – 2011
Ron WARK with his wife, Val WARK – 2013
Ron WARK celebrating his 89th birthday – 2018
Cause: ?
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Tuesday 3 May 2021 @ 9.30am
Funeral location: J. Kirk & Sons Crematorium Chapel, 224 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay, Queensland
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
RON is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Sergeant 3/c. K. R. (Ron) Wark – In November 1966,
12 members of the Police Rifle Club travelled to Tasmania to participate in the Annual Dunlop Shield Australian Police Rifle Club Competition, and although they did not win
the event they maintained a high standard of shooting.
In October, 7 members of the Club competed in the 1966 Queen’s Shoot held at the Anzac Rifle Range, Liverpool.
During 1966 the Club entered 2 Grade Teams in the Metropolitan District Rifle Clubs’ Union, which commenced participation in a series of shooting matches against Melbourne, beginning in August, 1966 concluding in June, 1967.
Sergeant 3/c. K. R.(Ron) Wark was one of three of the Police Rifle Club member to be selected from 540 members of the Union for inclusion in a team of 15 to represent Sydney.
From Liverpool Police History 1788 – 2016 by Joe Stanioch.
On the 20 July, 1984, the NSW Police Academy was officially opened in Goulburn by the Minister for Police and Emergency Services the Hon. Peter Anderson (M.P.); Commissioner of Police Cecil Abbott, QPM; and the Principal of the NSW Police Academy, Executive Chief Superintendent Ron Wark. (Although students were in residence from May, 1984).
West Wyalong Advocate (NSW : 1928 – 1954),
Monday 8 March 1954, page 2
UNGARIE MAN TRIED TO RESIST CONSTABLE
An Ungarie man had thrown himself to the ground several times in attempting to resist arrest, the West Wyalong Court of Petty Sessions was told on Friday.
Before the court was James Robert Fitzgerald of Ungarie, who pleaded guilty to two charges.
Fitzgerald was charged with resisting arrest on March 4, last Thursday, and using indecent language within the hearing of persons passing in Ethel Street, Ungarie.
The Police Prosecutor, Sgt. J. C. Wells, told Mr. W. Finlay S.M. that, at 9.30 p.m last Thursday night, Constable Kenneth Ronald Wark of Ungarie had spoken to Fitzgerald about language used in his home.
Apparently, the language was being used to his wife.
Attempting to arrest him, Fitzgerald had resisted, violently throwing himself to the ground on a number of occasions.
A civilian had to assist the officer and Fitzgerald was carried bodily to the car.
During the struggle, Fitzgerald had torn the constable’s coat at the seam and the coat now had blood and a grass stain on it.
Fitzgerald was last convicted at West Wyalong Court on January 6, 1954, for practically identical offences.
Mr. Finlay was told that Fitzgerald is a fettler by occupation, and he was now on transfer to Griffith.
Fitzgerald was fined £5 on each charge, and ordered to pay 10/- to Constable Wark as compensation for the damage to his clothes.
He was further ordered to enter a good behaviour bond of £30 for a period of two years.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
18 May 2021
Jeremy Luke BELL
| 18/09/2021
Jeremy Luke BELL
AKA Jezza
Late of ?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # ? ? ?
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 42456
Service: From? ? ? to30 April 2021 = ? years Service? ? ?
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on ? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed 30 January 2007 ( aged 33 years, 11 months, 17 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
” Technical ” Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = ” Technical ” Senior Constable
Stations: ?, Binalong, Newcastle City, Hunter Zone Crime Scene – Forensic Evidence & Technical Service – Death
Retirement / Leaving age: = 48 years, 2 months, 17 days
Time in Retirement from Police: Zero
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: Tuesday 13 February 1973
Died on: Friday 30 April 2021
Age: 48 years, 2 months, 17 days
Cause: ?
Event location: ?
Event date: ?
Funeral date: Friday 14 May 2021 @ 9am
Funeral location: Lake Macquarie Memorial Park, NSW
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
JEREMY is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
JEREMY May be Entitle to be mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
18 May 2021
David CAMPBELL
| 18/09/2021
David CAMPBELL
AKA Camby, Soup
Late of Penrith, NSW
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 311
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 46995
Service: From 10 May 2010 to8 May 2021 = 10 years, 11 months, 28 days Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on 10 May 2010 ( aged 25 years, 4 months, 22 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 17 December 2010 ( aged 25 years, 11 months, 29 days )
Constable – appointed 17 December 2011
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 17 December 2015
Plain Cloths – from December 2017
Final Rank = Senior Constable
Stations: Mt Druitt ( 27 Division )( 17 December 2010 – 2017 ), Plain Clothes – Quakers Hill ( December 2017 – June 2019 ), Wauchope ( June 2019 – 8 May 2021 ) – Death
Retirement / Leaving age: = 36 Years, 4 months, 20 days
Time in Retirement from Police: zero
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: Tuesday 18 December 1984
Died on: Saturday 8 May 2021
Age: 36 Years, 4 months, 20 days
Cause: Depression – Suicide – ( method )?
Event location: Lake Cathie, NSW
Event date: Saturday 8 May 2021
Funeral date: Friday 21 May 2021 @ 2.30pm
Funeral location: Innes Gardens Memorial Park, Philip Charley Dve, Pt Macquarie, NSW
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( May 2021 )
DAVID is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance – Canberra * BUT SHOULD BE
David IS Mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall – Right Wall E12
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Our deepest condolences to Dave’s wife Michelle, daughters Harper & Meadow and stepson Cooper.
At rest with their daughter Aspen who died in 2019.
‘I hope you’re at peace now’: Read the gut-wrenching letter a wife wrote after her policeman husband’s death almost three years after their daughter died at just four months old
David Campbell tragically died on Saturday May 8, a day before Mother’s Day
He left behind wife Michelle daughters Harper and Meadow, and stepson Cooper
The tragedy comes just two years after their daughter Aspen died in 2019
In an open letter, Michelle said her ‘heart would ache forever’ for her husband
A GoFundMe page has been launched to help support the family financially
A heartbroken wife has penned a letter to her husband who took his final breath almost three years after their four-month-old daughter’s death.
David Campbell, a NSW police officer, died on May 8, a day before Mother’s Day, leaving behind his wife Michelle, their two daughters Harper and Meadow, and his stepson Cooper.
His death devastated his family who were still grieving of losing four-month-old Aspen in 2018.
David Campbell passed away on May 8, leaving behind his wife Michelle and daughters Harper and Meadow (pictured together)
In an open letter to David, Michelle described him as the ‘most gentle, loving and kind daddy’ and said she will miss him forever.
in an open letter to David, Michelle described him as the ‘most gentle, loving and kind daddy’ and said she will miss him forever.
‘I never would have thought my heart would endure this much heartbreak in one lifetime,’ she wrote.
‘My heart is so heavy, so broken. I just can’t fathom how this is real, how you are no longer here on earth.’
Michelle said she was shocked by his sudden death and wished he could see how loved and missed he was already.
‘You and the kids are my whole world I don’t know how I will go on without you by my side, I know I will, have to for the kids but this is not the way it was suppose to be babe, we still had a lifetime together,’ she said.
‘I hope you are at peace now, I hope you have found our Aspen girl and are giving her the biggest hug. Cuddle her for me and tell her Mummy loves her.
‘I love you endlessly babe, I wish my love and the love of your girls could have kept you here with us.’
‘My heart will forever ache for you.’
Stacey Hollands, Michelle’s cousin, launched a GoFundMe page to help the family financially as she braces for the future without her husband.
The community rallied to support the family, with the fundraising campaign so far reaching $15,920 of its $100,000 goal.
The tragedy comes almost three years after the couple lost their four-month-old daughter Aspen in 2018
Tributes have begun pouring in on social media for the father-of-three, who was remembered as a ‘beautiful’ person.
‘My heart is absolutely shattered for you. David was such a beautiful daddy, husband and friend. He will be truly missed. RIP Dave,’ one friend wrote on Michelle’s Instagram page.
‘My heart and soul is broken today. I never ever would have thought one family, one beautiful family could possibly endure so much heartache. I will treasure every single memory of him,’ another person wrote.
Mr Jones was a NSW Police officer and the force is currently offering their support this his family
NSW Police told Daily Mail Australia it is offering support and welfare services to his family.
My beautiful cousin Michelle – Mish, lost her sweet and loving husband David on Saturday who is now at peace. Michelle has endured so much heart ache in her life as only 2 years ago she tragically lost her beautiful daughter Aspen at 4 months old. Mish is the most sweetest and kind hearted soul who would be there for anyone in a heart beat.
I would love all your support to help ease some financial stress on Michelle and her beautiful young family.
A note from Michelle below;
I never would have thought my heart would endure this much heartbreak in one lifetime.
My heart is so heavy, so broken my beautiful, sweet husband and the most gentle, loving and kind daddy to our 3 girls passed away yesterday.
I just can’t fathom how this is real, how you are no longer here on earth, I wish you could see how loved you are, how missed you already are.
You and the kids are my whole world I don’t know how I will go on without you by my side, I know I will, have to for the kids but this is not the way it was suppose to be babe, we still had a lifetime together.
I hope you are at peace now, I hope you have found our Aspen girl and are giving her the biggest hug, cuddle her for me and tell her Mummy loves her.
I love you endlessly babe, I wish my love and the love of your girls could have kept you here with us, my heart will forever ache for you.
Every single cent will help.
Please help me help Michelle and her beautiful family for what’s ahead for her.
By all accounts, he was a Terrific Police Officer and highly regarded by everyone who knew him
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Cal
17 May 2021
Updated 2 February 2024 with SPC Memorial Plate location.
