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TIMMS Robert Charles
Late of Blackalls Park
Passed away 15th January 2023
Aged 88 years
Dearly loved husband, father, step-father, father-in-law, grandfather and brother-in-law.
Family and friends of Robert are warmly invited to attend a celebration of his life to be held in The Chapel, Harris St, Wallsend tomorrow Thursday 19th January 2023 service commencing at 3pm.
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Wake location: Ballina Rugby Union Club, Quays Reserve, Ballina, NSW
any Future Wake date: after funeral service
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The funeral for former Grafton Ghosts football coach, Ken Rowlands, will be held at Ballina, Friday 16/12/2022 – 2pm.
Ken served with the NSW Police, stationed in Grafton 1966-1973 and he was a regular visitor to the Grafton July Racing Carnival for many years.
He is survived by wife Val ( Valda ), his children and their partners, Sue-Anne ( decd ), Rodney & Janet Rowlands, Julie & Michael Jameson, Carla (decd) and Andrew & Kassy Rowlands, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Former husband of Joan Jolley.
This Member also had a football career with Canterbury and the Newtown Jets.
He first started out with Randwick Rugby Union Club making First Grade in 1955 as a winger.
In 1958 he turned his hand to Rugby League playing for Canterbury Bankstown – Berrys.
Newtown Blue Bags in 1961 and played two seasons.
1963 he applied for, and obtained, the position of Captain / Coach with Dapto in the Illawarra Group League comp.
This Team made the Semi Finals in 1965 ( being the highest that Team has ever achieved ).
1968 – Grafton Ghosts at the Captain / Coach.
Ken Served his National Service ( NASHOS ) for the mandatory 18 months but I have no details of that Service other than his Service number may be A212745 as an Aircraftsman with the Air Force.
Dog rewarded for past tricks
A LOCAL Dog is proud to have received a reward for his past tricks.
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April 12, 2007 – 8:00AM
A LOCAL Dog is proud to have received a reward for his past tricks.
This 73-year-old Dog once ran, passed a ball and tackled, too.
Ken Rowlands, from Lennox Head, is the former Canterbury Bankstown Rugby League Club player who on April 1 was one of about 200 past footballers given a medallion to mark their service to the team.
Ken played about 70 first-grade games for the Bulldogs from 1958 to 1961 ? but they were called the Berries back in those days.
He played in the centres and on the wing.
At the official function held before the Bulldogs’ game at Telstra Stadium, he was rubbing shoulders with rugby league greats Dr George Peponis, Steve Mortimer, Chris Anderson, Terry Lamb and Graeme Hughes.
“It was a wonderful day,” he said.
“It was like a reunion.”
Ken had just finished his probationary term in the NSW police force when he was approached by Ken ‘Tank’ Charlton to join the club.
He was 24 years old.
Ken was playing rugby union with Randwick at the time, and had taken up his first posting to the Belmore ‘call box’ located at the suburban railway station.
He made the switch to league and went on to play with the Berries and the Newtown Jets.
Meanwhile, Ken’s son, Andrew, is currently playing professional rugby union with the Basingstoke club in the United Kingdom.
Andrew is a former Ballina junior, and has been playing in the UK for the past two years.
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Bob , We have known you for over 56 years, we feel so privileged that you joined our family, you were “Simply the Best” and I ( Leonie ) were so happy that you chose my sister to share your life with and what a wonderful life you have given Chris and your family , you are loved and respected in every way and you are much loved by all our family. We have fantastic memories of many shared life experiences and we are so proud to call you our brother-in-law . Rest in peace , forever in our hearts . Much love always . Dick and Leonie .
Uncle Bob always welcomed us as kids in his warm, friendly, gentle way and would have a laugh with us. We are thinking of the whole family today. Love Deb & family x
Bob was a man who loved his game fishing and he was good at it. A favourite fishing recollection seems appropriate. The 2003 Tollgates Tournament (Batemans Bay) saw Bob and his ‘Elusive’ crew (Larry Barnes, Peter Kastelein, Hayden Neal and myself) frustrated after the first two days that having tagged a few fish we were still out of the running in our preferred Tag and Release category. A couple of other boats had really got among them. We agreed to we spend the final (third) day trying to encourage a marlin that might earn us the Biggest Game Fish trophy. The morning spent fishing in the local Bay waters proved fruitless so we half threw-in-the-towel and headed north back home to Ulladulla. Of course as game boats do, we continued dragging a pattern of lures. We were off Brush Island when Bob twigged that we were in particularly good water temperature and he decided to work in this warm water for a while. What a good call that proved to be. A big blue marlin hooked up and we got it into the boat. We were then in a quandary. It was a trophy fish, but we were a lot closer by then to Ulladulla than to Batemans Bay where the fish needed be weighed-in. How were we going to get the fish back to the weigh station before the tournament closing time? Another good Bob Muir call. Power home to Ulladulla; unload the fish onto a trailer; and drive it back to the Bay. This we did. The reaction of many motorists on the Princes Highway to a box trailer with a monster marlin hanging out of it might be imagined. What might also be imagined was the reaction from other tournament crews to this fish being backed up to the weigh station in a trailer only minutes before the tournament closed. Despite the sideways glances of some other competitors, unconventional practice or not, our fish was accepted as a legitimate entry, and at 218 kg it took the trophy. Bob will get another laugh out of this. Thanks Larry Barnes for helping me with this. Brian Koorey
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Nota (Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens, NSW : 1970 – 1999),
Tuesday 1 March 1988, page 1
Seckold family re-union
On April 24, 1988 (Anzac Day Long Weekend) a family re-union of the descendants of Frederick and Margaret (nee Lena) Seckold is to be at Camden NSW to mark the 150th anniversary of their arrival in Australia.
The children of Frederick and Margaret were Christiana, Frederick, Michael, Peter, Barbara, Thomas, Margaret and Theresa.
Associated names through marriage are Cox, Peden, Maxwell, Selden, Skelton, Rootes, Cronin, Dorman, McGrath, Patterson, Perkins, Roberts, Scheerer and many more.
The Seckolds were Bounty immigrants brought to Australia by the MacArthurs of Camden Park Estate to tend their vineyards.
They arrived in Australia on April 23 1838 on the Kinnear.
Should any of your readers be related and are interested in the re-union could they please contact Mr Roy Seckold, PO Box 346, Gosford, NSW 2250.
National Archives was ‘off line’ at the time of publication – thus not military records were obtained.
Government Gazette of the State of New South Wales (Sydney, NSW : 1901 – 2001),
Friday 12 August 1955 (No.83 (SUPPLEMENT)), page 2369
SPECIAL GAZETTE UNDER THE “PUBLIC SERVICE ACT. 1902.”
APPOINTMENTS.
HIS Excellency the Governor, with the advice of the Executive Council, and upon the recommendation of the Public Service Board, has approved of the following appointments:—
Mr. Roy James Seckold, Clerk, The Housing Commission of New South Wales, Ministry of Housing, on probation, — to take effect from 27th January, 1955.
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BARRY is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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PETER is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * BUT SHOULD BE IN TIME
PETER IS mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance
PETER IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills
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On New Year’s day, ( 1 January 2023 ) the Blue Mountains Police Rescue Squad lost one of their most respected rescue operators. Sgt Stone was killed rescuing his son from a rip on the state’s far south coast.
Sergeant Stone was not only a much loved Rescue Operator with the squad but also a General Duties Sergeant with the Blue Mountains Police area Command. From coordinating large scale, multi-agency search and rescue operations to mentoring a junior staff member, he would give freely of his time even if he didn’t have the time to give.
He leaves behind a wife and a young family.
The NSW Police Legacy has set up a fundraising page to assist Sgt Stone’s family.
All funds raised will be used to help ease the financial burden on the family during this difficult time, and provide ongoing support for their future.
Any contribution that you can make is greatly appreciated.
Please click on the below link to make a donation.
The man who died while rescuing a teenager caught in a rip on the state’s south coast has been identified as a serving NSW Police officer.
Sergeant Peter Stone, aged 44, drowned after rescuing his 14-year-old son at a beach near Narooma on Sunday (1 January 2023).
Sgt Stone attested in December 2000 and was most recently performing duties at Blue Mountains Police Area Command, which included specialist rescue operations.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Commissioner Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Peter was exceptional man, a brilliant operator and will be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Supt Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
Sgt Stone’s family has requested the media continue to respect their privacy at this time.
Tragedy as off-duty police officer dies after rescuing son at Narooma beach
The police officer helped his son out of a rip before getting into trouble himself.
An off-duty police officer who died after saving his son, who got into trouble in the water at an unpatrolled beach on the NSW south coast, has been identified.
Peter Stone, 45, went to rescue his 14-year-old son after he got caught in a rip at Bogola Beach, near Narooma, on New Year’s Day.
He was able to help the boy out of the water before he became caught in the rip.
He was pulled from the water unconscious.
Paramedics were called to the beach about 1.30pm and performed CPR on him, but he could not be saved.
The family had been on holiday in the area and the man’s wife was at the beach at the time of the incident.
The man has been identified as a sergeant with the NSW Police Force, attached to the Blue Mountains Police Area Command.
Stone attested in December 2000 and his duties included specialist rescue operations.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Stone’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Stone would be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
Tragic rescue
Acting Inspector Paul Hoyer said the rip was “quite substantial”.
“This is a tragedy that will cut through to the family, his friends, his work mates,” Hoyer told reporters on Monday.
“It’s devastating at this time of the year.”
Hoyer said the South Coast, which is a popular tourist destination, was busy at this time of the year.
He warned people should be careful when heading out on the roads and going to beaches.
“If you do want to go to the beach, swim between the flags at a patrolled beach,” he said.
Local police are investigating the incident and will prepare a report for the coroner.
Any witnesses or those with information about the officer’s death are urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A New South Wales police officer — who drowned while saving his son from a rip on the state’s south coast — has been remembered as a “hero” who was skilled in rescue operations.
Key points:
Sergeant Peter Stone worked in the Blue Mountains
He was passionate about rescue operations and has been labelled a “hero” by colleagues
As his final act, Sergeant Stone, 44, saved his 14-year-old son
The 44-year-old had entered the water at a secluded beach to rescue his son, 14, from a strong rip just before 1:30pm.
He managed to push his son to safety but Sergeant Stone did not survive, despite the efforts of lifesavers, who performed CPR.
Sergeant Stone — who was off-duty at the time — joined the force in 2000 and was most recently attached to the Blue Mountains police command, where he performed specialist rescue operations.
New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb offered her condolences to Sergeant Stone’s friends and family.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” she said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the New South Wales Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains police commander Superintendent Don Faulds said Sergeant Stone was considered a mate and hero to his colleagues.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” he said.
“He was always quick — if not first — to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
On Monday, Surf Life Saving NSW chief Steven Pearce said Sergeant Stone’s actions had saved his son.
“Heroically, he was able to assist [the boy] out of danger, out of the rip, but he himself remained in the rip and submerged in front of witnesses,” Mr Pearce said.
It has been the busiest summer period for lifesavers in three years, with thousands flocking to New South Wales beaches over the holidays, free of COVID-19 restrictions.
More than 1,000 rescues have been performed so far this summer, according to Surf Life Saving NSW president George Sales.
Family and friends of Sergeant Peter Stone will farewell the fallen officer at a full police funeral in the state’s Blue Mountains today (Thursday 12 January 2023).
The highly regarded police officer drowned after rescuing his 14-year-old son at Bogola Beach, south of Narooma on Sunday 1 January 2023
A funeral procession with marching escort will travel along the College access road at the conclusion of the church service.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Commissioner Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Peter was exceptional man, a brilliant operator and will be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Supt Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
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ROSS is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
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There is a possibility that Ross saw Service in the Military – although I am unable to find corroborating evidence.
I am also unable to find any details about his funeral.
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Chris was a loving husband to Lyn, father to Jenny & Craig, Father in law to Craig & Normini, grandfather to Saarah & Yusuf, a brother, brother in law, uncle, friend, mentor & retired police officer.
He was loved by all & will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Class 105 of December 1965 Redfern Police Academy
Chris KIRKMAN with his wife Lyn KIRKMAN
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