Stations: ?, Sydney, 21 Division, Albury ( 1980’s – 1990’s ), Hunter Valley area
Service: From ? to ?
Awards: Nation Medal – granted 15 April 1981
Born: ?
Died on: Sunday 9 August 2015
Cause: Pancreatic Cancer
Age: 71
Funeral date: Monday 17 August 2015 @ 2pm
Funeral location: St. John’s Anglican Church, Westcott St., Cessnock
Buried at: Cremated
Bill before he became ill
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From Ken Medway: Bill GEORGE was a former member of NSW Police Force who resigned some years ago. I met him 2010 and kept irregular contact since then. He served in Sydney and 21 Division, and worked as a Detective at Albury and finally Det/Sgt in the Hunter Valley (not sure where maybe Singleton).
Bill resigned and had a milk run and then was in pubs including Gundagai and the Villawood Tavern before he retired. He had been travelling full time for many years before being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in October last year. Had treatment in Sydney but to no avail. I never worked with Bill but I found him a great bloke. Bill was a great mate of Ray Delaforce (a retired butcher) who is a brother of Harry.
I have asked his family for more details of his service and when I get those I will pass them on.
GEORGE, THOMAS WILLIAM
“BILL”
Passed away 09-08-2015
Aged 71 Years
Beloved husband of MELODY. Loving father, father-in-law and grandfather of ASHLEY, JOANNE, HENDRIX and BECKETT, ZANE and JODI. A loved member of the GEORGE, HOSKIN and REYNOLDS FAMILIES.
Relatives and Friends of BILL are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service in St. John’s Anglican Church, Westcott St., Cessnock this MONDAY, 17-08-2015 at 2.00 pm. A private cremation will follow.
C.R. SMYTH & SON
Independent & Family Owned Since 1925
4990 1425 www.crsmyth.com.au
Published in The Newcastle Herald on Aug. 14, 2015
Stations: ?, Mudgee Police Station Lockup Keeper in 1861
Service: From ? to ?
Awards: ?
Born: ? ? c1802. Born and married in Scotland
Arrived in Australia: Aboard a convict ship in 1834.
Previous employment: Soldier in the 50th Regiment Afoot
Died on: ? ? 1908 in Mudgee
Cause: ?
Age: ?
Funeral date: ?
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: ?
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You have provided a bit more info than I currently have about Henry Chadban, who is my first cousin twice removed!
I have some others in my genealogy who were also reported to be NSW Policemen, though my quick search of your site did not bring them up. I’m wondering if you have come across them?
GALLARD, Alfred – b 1870 – thought to have been in the Police in Broken Hill McBEATH, Norman – b c1802 – thought to have been in the Police in Mudgee abt 1881 MILLER, Harry Frank Turnbull – b1881 – thought to have been in the Police in Sydney after his stint in the Boer War
I would love to know if you have anything on these men!
Thank you, once again!
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Megan Tilley
18 August 2015
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McBeath, in various items, comes up with different spelling: McBeth, MacBeth McBeath but Norman was born and married in Scotland and arrived in Australia aboard a convict ship in 1834. He was a soldier in the 50th Regiment Afoot. He resigned from the army and joined the Police and was the Mudgee Lockup Keeper in 1861. He died in Mudgee in 1908.
Stations: ?, thought to have been stationed at Broken Hill
Service: From ? to ?
Awards: ?
Born: ? ? 1870
Died on: ?
Cause: ?
Age: ?
Funeral date: ?
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: ?
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Barrier Miner ( Broken Hill ) Thursday 11 February 1897 page 4 of 4
Two new policemen (probationers), Constables Robert D. Hoare and Alfred Gallard, arrived in Broken Hill this morning from Sydney as an addition to the local police force.
You have provided a bit more info than I currently have about Henry Chadban, who is my first cousin twice removed!
I have some others in my genealogy who were also reported to be NSW Policemen, though my quick search of your site did not bring them up. I’m wondering if you have come across them?
GALLARD, Alfred – b 1870 – thought to have been in the Police in Broken Hill McBEATH, Norman – b c1802 – thought to have been in the Police in Mudgee abt 1881 MILLER, Harry Frank Turnbull – b1881 – thought to have been in the Police in Sydney after his stint in the Boer War
I would love to know if you have anything on these men!
Thank you, once again!
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Regards,
Megan Tilley
18 August 2015
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There is an Alfred GALLARD buried in Field of Mars Cemetery, Cressy Rd, Ryde, NSW, who died on 22 September 1950, aged 80 in Portion Mth, Row Sec 2, Plot 149.
Awards: South African Medal ( Queens ) with 3 clasps – issued 9 November 1903
King’s South Africa Medal with 2 clasps – issued 9 November 1903
Born: 5 June 1881
Died on: Thursday 22 June 1950
Place of death: ?
Cause: Suffered an illness ever since the Boer War
Age: 70 – 71?
Funeral date: ?
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial at: ?
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FURTHER INFORMATION REQUIRED ON THIS MAN
You have provided a bit more info than I currently have about Henry Chadban, who is my first cousin twice removed!
I have some others in my genealogy who were also reported to be NSW Policemen, though my quick search of your site did not bring them up. I’m wondering if you have come across them?
GALLARD, Alfred – b 1870 – thought to have been in the Police in Broken Hill McBEATH, Norman – b c1802 – thought to have been in the Police in Mudgee abt 1881 MILLER, Harry Frank Turnbull – b1881 – thought to have been in the Police in Sydney after his stint in the Boer War
I would love to know if you have anything on these men!
Thank you, once again!
—
Regards,
Megan Tilley
18 August 2015
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Birth: Harry F T Miller – born 1881. Registration # 5127/1881. Father: Harry Mother: Jane. Born in Petersham District, NSW.
Harry is believed to have been stationed at a One Man station for many years at Woodstock. He has been described as a ‘big man’ and could sing.
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Service No Surname First Name DOB Native Of Date Appointed Reel Item Remarks
8096 MILLER Harry Frank 1881 New South Wales 7 Aug 1903 3043 [8/3253]
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Henry CHADBAN
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Henry CHADBAN
( late of Stroud, NSW )
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # ?
Rank: Constable
Stations: Newcastle
Service: From ? January 1912to?
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Australian Imperial Force:
Regiment: 13th Battalion, Australian Infantry.
Enlisted: 30 April 1915
Service # 2129
Rank: Private
Embarkation: 14 June 1915 from Sydney aboard HMAT Wandilla A62
Next of kin: Son of Henry & Mary Jane Chadban
Religion: C of E
Single / Married: Single
Australian Ware Memorial Panel number: 68
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Awards: Memorial Scroll & King’s Message – received by his father on 29 August 1921
Memorial Plaque & King’s Message received by his father on 3 April 1922
Victory Medal – posthumously received by his father on 25 December 1922
Born: ? ? 1887
Event date: Saturday 7 August 1915
Event location: Hill 971, Sari Bair, Gallipoli Peninsular
Died on: Friday 13 August 1915
Place of death: Military Hospital, Malta
Cause: Died of wounds – WW I
Age: 28
Funeral date: 14 August 1915
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: Pieta Military Cemetery, Malta. Row 6B grave 3
Memorial at: ?
Harry CHADBAN aka Henry
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Newcastle Morning Herald & Miner’s Advocate Friday 14 March 1913 page 7 of 8
A Violent Customer. Olaf Anderson (21), seaman, was charged with maliciously damaging one door and two windows, the property of Cenuto Gabriel Anderson. Accused said he pleaded guilty to breaking one window, but to nothing else.
Prosecutor stated that the accused came to the Blue Bell Hotel, of which witness was lessee, somewhat the worse for liquor, shortly before eleven o’clock on the previous evening. He smashed in the panel of the door, but whether he kicked it in or struck it with a stone he did not know. He also broke two of the windows with a stone.
Constable Chadban deposed to arresting the accused, and corroborated the extent of the damage done. Accused was fined £1, and ordered to pay £3, the amount of the damage done, in default, one month’s imprisonment.
Newcastle Morning Herald & Miner’s Advocate Thursday 6 November 1913 page 7 of 8
William Craig was charged with having been drunk and disorderly in a railway carriage on October 26. Defendant, who was represented by Mr. A. H. James, pleaded not guilty.
Constable Chadban said he was a passenger on the train which left Toronto for Newcastle at 6p.m. on October 26. Defendant got in the train at Cockle Creek. He was very much under the influence of drink, and went into the guard’s compartment. He sat on the guard’s seat, and when asked to go into the other part of the compartment refused to do so. He stopped arguing with the guard for five minutes. Witness told the defendant he was a constable, and took his name and address.
To Mr. James: The guard’s compartment was the end portion of a long American car. Defendant could walk straight, and board the train. Defendant denied that he was drunk, or in any way disorderly. He was not aware that the compartment was reserved for the guard. He had been to Speers’ Point to see some friends, and had spent an hour and a half watching White law training. He had five medium-sized glasses of beer, but was by no means drunk. He put his foot on the guard’s tucker tin, and apologised for doing so. He had not travelled in such carriages before.
Thomas Gould said that the defendant was not drank. There were other people drinking beer out of bottles in the carriage, and they were pretty jolly. Neither defendant nor witness took any part with them. Evidence was given by E. Hunter, and the case was dismissed.
The Sydney Morning Herald Saturday 18 September 1915 page 20 of 26
PRIVATE H. CHADBAN.
Private Henry Chadban (died of wounds) was 28 years of age, and a son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Chadban, of Stroud. He was educated at the Stroud Public School and afterwards worked in the Gloucester and Bellinger River districts as a timber-getter gaining a reputation as a wood chopper.
Deceased was a prominent member of the East Raleigh Football Club and was also a good cyclist, and the holder of several gold medals won at those sports. In 1912 he joined the police force and was stationed at Newcastle until war broke out when he enlisted with the 13th Battalion. Private Chadban was in 1913 awarded the Royal Humane Society’s certificate for life saving.
The Gloucester Advocate ( NSW ) Saturday 18 September 1915 page 2 of 4
PRIVATE HENRY CHADBAN
The late Private Henry Chadban, reported killed at the Dardanelles, was 28 years of age, and a son of Mr. and Mars. H. Chadban, of Stroud. In his youthful days, Private Chadban was working about Gloucester, and afterwards went to the Belinger River, where he was engaged in the timber industry.
In January, 1912, he joined the Police force in Sydney, and later went to Newcastle. He was a prominent footballer and sportsman generally, and held the certificate of the Royal Live Saving Society. Private Herbert Chadban, a brother, is in hospital in Malta.
Newcastle Morning Herald & Miners’ Advocate (NSW) Saturday 2 October 1915 page 5 of 16
A.N.A. SOLDIERS
Constable Harry Chadban, who, enlisted from Newcastle, where he was stationed for some months, died on August 13th of wounds received at the Dardanelles. His parents live at Stroud, and he was the first member of the Newcastle branch of the Australian Natives Association to be killed, although about thirty members have enlisted, a great many of whom are already at the front. At a meeting of the branch this week a special minute was passed appreciatively recording Mr. Chadban’s services, and the mortuary allowance of £20 was passed for payment to his next-of-kin.
Mr. C. H. Tonkin, the secretary of the branch, has formulated a scheme, which is to be considered at next meeting, whereby the members who are remaining at home will by special contribution keep those who have gone to the front financially good on the books during their absence. This scheme, which appears to be generally approved, will have the twofold effect of avoiding the need for the branch calling upon the ‘headquarters’ funds for the purpose, and of ensuring to members’ relatives the mortuary allowance of £20 in the event of them being killed or ensuring to members, in the event of injury, the full benefit of £1 1s per week for 52 weeks, and 5s per week for life should they be permanently incapacitated.
Dungong Chronicle ( NSW ) Tuesday 2 May 1916 page 2 of 6
Whilst in Newcastle last week, the writer observed opposite the post office, in Hunter Street, a marble monument, erected in memory of the fallen of Newcastle. On ‘ Anzac Day ‘ the stone was covered with most beautiful wreaths; on looking over them, I discovered a magnificent wreath from the police of Newcastle to the late Pte. Chadban, of Stroud, who was in the police force at Newcastle at the time of enlisting. I was pleased to note that the police of Newcastle did not forget their comrade on that memorable day, who was so brave to give his life for King and country.
The Newcastle Sun ( NSW ) Thursday 18 July 1918 page 5 of 6
POLICE HONOR ROLL
Unveiling Next Wednesday
A beautiful marble honor roll, one of the finest of its kind, will be unveiled at the city police station on Wednesday night. The names are inscribed in gold lettering on a black marble scroll, and this is set on a white marble tablet. The roll faces the public entrance to the station, and at present it is draped with the Southern Cross. The words: ” Our Heroes, ” surrounded by a wreath of laurel in bas-relief, with the words ” Newcastle District Police Roll of Honor ” beneath the wreath, are chiselled into the head of the white tablet. At the bottom of the same tablet is chiselled the inscription, ” The Great War, 1914-19. ” So the police apparently believe that the war will conclude next year.
Eight constables‘ names appear on the scroll: — H. Chadban ( of Newcastle, killed ), F. M. Doonan ( of Lambton, killed ), H. W. Hancock ( of Newcastle Water Police, killed ), T. Connell ( of Minmi, killed ), C. W. J. Grant ( of Newcastle Water Police, returned wounded ), D. J. Long ( of Newcastle, still on active service ), V. Digre ( of Newcastle, who served with the naval bridging train and is now in the artillery ) and S. Pender ( who has re-enlisted ). Constable Connell served with the Imperial Forces, being called up as an Irish Reservist.
Newcastle Morning Herald & Miners’ Advocate Thursday 25 July 1918 page 5 of 8
NEWCASTLE POLICE. ROLL OF HONOUR UNVEILED. A roll of honour to the members of the Newcastle police who have gone to the war was unveiled at the police station last night, in the presence of a very large muster of members of the force.
The officers present were: Superintendent Goulder, who has entered on leave of absence prior to retirement; Superintendent Childs, his successor; Inspectors Cook, Buzacott, Hood, and Hojel. There were more than 40 police present.
Alderman Kilgour, the Mayor of Newcastle, Mr. C. F. Butler, S.M., and Mr. W. G. Chiplin, chamber magistrate at Newcastle, were also present.
There are eight names on the roll– H. Chadban, F.M. Doonan, H. W. Hancock,T. Connell, C. W. J. Grant, D. J Long, V Digre, and S Pender. The first four have made the supreme sacrifice. The last mentioned, as Superintendent Childs said, was mentioned in despatches for meritorious work at the Dardanelles. ( S. Pender )
On his return he rejoined the force, but had felt the call so strong that he had again resigned and enlisted. The names are inscribed on a scroll of black marble, which is mounted on a white polished panel, and surmounted with a white marble pediment richly carved, with a laurel wreath and the flags of the Empire and Australia. At the top is inscribed ” Our Heroes, ” and immediately below ” Newcastle District Police. ” Below the names are the words, ” For King and Country, ” and lower down, ” The Great War, 1914-19, ” space being left to fill in the year in which the war ends.
Superintendent Childs. who unveiled the roll, said it was with feelings of pleasure mingled with regret that he performed that function, pleasure because he felt proud of belonging to the same force as the men whose names were inscribed on the roll, and regret that four of them had laid down their lives, two in Gallipoli and two in France. When the Empire was in danger these men did not hesitate, but freely and voluntarily gave their services to their King and country. They had the satisfaction of knowing that the Empire was fighting for a righteous and just cause. He took that opportunity of mentioning that since the war began 158 members of the police force had enlisted, 40 had died on active service, 32 had returned, and 81 were still on military service. In addition, six clerks, who were attached to the Inspector-General’s Office, had enlisted. One of them died on the way to the front, another was invalided home, and the four others were still on active service. The Mayor briefly supported the remarks of Superintendent Childs, and paid a warm tribute to the patriotism of the men who had enlisted. He expressed his appreciation at being invited to take part in the function.
Superintendent Goulder said he felt it a great privilege to say a few words regarding their honoured comrades who had offered their lives on the altar of duty and patriotism. He always felt a thrill when he saw two or three soldiers who were voluntarily prepared to give their lives without any advantage whatever to themselves, apart from the satisfaction of knowing they had done their duty in the highest and fullest degree. ” I have always said ” added Superintendent Goulder, ” that military offenders who are going to the war, or have been, should not be treated in the same category as civilians guilty of similar minor offences. I would ask, as a special personal favour, if you have occasion to interfere with soldiers, do it as kindly and as charitably as you can, remembering the sacrifices they have made and the hardships they have suffered “.
In unveiling the roll, Superintendent Childs said he would apply words used by the Governor-General recently in unveiling a roll of honour, ” I unveil this roll to the honour of those connected with the Newcastle Police Force. I dedicate it to the glory of God, to the memory of those who have fallen, who have been wounded, who are returning to us, and who are about to serve in our renowned Australian Divisions. ” Inspector Cook paid a tribute to Constable J. Chandler, from whom the idea of having the memorial emanted, and who, once the superintendent’s permission was obtained, pushed the matter ahead with great energy. Constable Chandler expressed his pleasure at seeing such a large muster, and said when the movement was started the money was rapidly subscribed.
Dungong Chronicle Tuesday 22 August 1916 page 2 of 6
ROLL OF HONOR. CHADBAN. —
In loving memory of our dear Son and Brother, Private Henry Chadban, No. 1292, 6th of 13 Batt., 4th Aus. Inf. Brigade, who died of wounds at Malta, on 13th Aug., received at Lone Pine Aug. 7th, 1915. Aged 29
He rose responsive to his country’s Call
And gave for her his best, his life, his all.
He fell a hero in the deadly strife,
For, King and Country he laid down his life.
Inserted by his loving Mother and Father, Sisters and Brothers.
The Newcastle Sun ( NSW) Friday 10 January 1919 page 3 of 6
POLICE HONOR ROLL
From ‘The Sydney Sun”
Newcastle Police Honour Roll
The names on the roll are H. Chadban, F. M. Doonan, H. W. Hancock, T. Connell, all of whom have made the supreme sacrifice, and C. W. J. Grant, D. J. Long, V. Dicre and S. Pender. Many other Newcastle policemen volunteered for active service, but were rejected.
Gold Coast RPA Newsletter – September 2015, Issue # 16
The life of June Anne HUGHES was commemorated on the 19 August last when she was bid farewell by so many that knew and loved her throughout her lifetime. Father John ECHEWODO, of the St Marys Catholic Church, Beaudesert, officiated at the service in celebration of the life of June Anne Hughes.
Funeral arrangements were most professionally conducted and attended to under the auspices of ‘A Gentle Touch Funerals’ of Mudgeeraba.
A large gathering of family and friends ensured that June received a most splendid farewell. Her husband (our Treasurer Garry Hughes) presented a most solemn and touching eulogy – which was followed by number of family members and other friends who spoke glowingly of a truly endeared person, a fine woman and a wonderful, caring mother.
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With regret I advise the death of June HUGHES, the wife of Garry Hughes, of the Gold Coast Branch of the RPA.
June passed away on 10/08/2015 and her funeral is proposed to be held at 1pm on Wednesday 19th Instant at the Nerang-Beaudesert Catholic Church, Bromelton Road, BEAUDESERT.
Service: From pre 21 December 2001 to Friday 14 August 2015
Awards: No find on It’s An Honour
Born: Saturday 12 September 1970
Died on: Friday 14 August 2015 during the morning
Cause: Cancer
Age: 44 years, 11 months, 2 days
Funeral date: Friday 21 August 2015 @ 2pm ( wear blue jeans & AC/DC t-shirt )
Funeral location: St John’s Anglican Church, 98 Kendall St, Cowra
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial 1: NSW Police force Service Memorial Wall, Sydney Police Centre, Surry Hills, A8 ( right wall )
Memorial 2: Police Memorial Wall at the new Deniliquin police station, Charlotte St ( February 2018 )
the Thin Blue Line Rose
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I regret to advise the death of Serving member, Senior Constable Jennifer Louise EDGERTON, this morning – Friday 14 August 2015.
EDGERTON Jennifer “Jenny”
Passed away 14th August 2015, aged 44 years.
Late of Cowra & formerly of Moama.
Beloved partner of Klint & loving mother of Connor & Cooper.
Beloved daughter of Ross Edgerton & Lois Camps (Dec) & sister of Suzanne & Daniel (Dec).
Jenny’s family & friends are respectfully invited to attend her funeral to be held at St John’s Anglican Church, Cowra, commencing at 2.00pm on Friday 21st August 2015.
Thence for private cremation.
By request, please attend wearing blue jeans & AC/DC t-shirt, if possible.
2/1/2019, Deniliquin Times.
Eight honoured on police memorial wall’ –
Seven former local police officers and a former police chaplain were honoured during a police reunion in Deniliquin.
They were the first to be added to the police memorial wall at the new Deniliquin police station.
Enjoy car racing with dad and uncle Robert. Reggie Renault was the go.
You chose a job that I chose too.
I left Cowra when you were a child to pursue my dream.
You left many years later to pursue your dream.
Your life was cut short far too early.
I knew you as a princess a small child.
I never saw you in uniform but knowing your parents they were both immensely proud of you.
I speak not only as a former Cowra resident, and we both shared childhoods there, I also speak as a member of which you too belonged the NSW Police Force.. Rest In Peace Jennifer your duty has been done.
I hope you find peace.
I think Cowra has lost a cherished daughter.
My heart goes out to your parents and close relatives that I personally knew.
Hodder was attached to the Brigade Head Quarters and was hit about the end of June by a shell when in his dug out which blew off both his legs. His mate, Gordon Farnham, dressed his wounds and passed him on to the Dressing Station.
Informant heard that he was in Egypt and still alive.
Ref. Pte. G. A. Sergent, 1064,
10 A.I.F.
1st A. G. Hospital, Heliopolis, Cairo ( 6. 12. 15 )
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Ref: Pte. A. R. Perry, 525,
10 A.I.F. C. Co. Gezira Hospital, CAIRO 5.1.16
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Whilst Hodder was doing police duty on the beach at Anzac during July, a shell exploded in the dug-out almost severing both legs and arms from body. Was sent back to Egypt and believed to have died in Alexandria.
Ref: Pte. Tanner, 25,
3rd Bgde. H. Q. Al liayat Convalescent Home, Helouan, Cairo. 3.12.15
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About 5ft 10 or 11, fair, clean shave, enlisted in South Australia, stout build, about 12 or 13 stone.
Pte. A. A. Smith 1040 A Coy, 10, A.I.F., Malta 6.1.16
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He died in the dressing station on the beach. Informant received the above account of Hodder’s death from J. Thomas, Stretcher-bearer, 10 A.I.F.
Ref: Sgt. Neave, 131, Sporting Club Hospital, Heliopolis, Cairo 10.1.16
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Lawrance Birrell McNAB
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Lawrance Birrell McNAB
aka Larry
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 8516
Commonwealth Police Force
Regd. # ?
Rank: ?
Stations: ?
Service: NSW Police: From ? to ? pre 1968
Service: Commonwealth Police: From ?pre 1968 to ?
Awards: ?
Born: ?
Died on: Saturday 1 August 2015
Cause: ?
Age: 86
Funeral date: ?
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: Cremated
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McNAB Lawrance Birrell (Larry)
Died 1st August 2015
Beloved Husband of Margaret (deceased). Loved Father of Duncan, Jane, Libby and James. Cherished Pop to Lucy, Trudi, Jess, Laura and Justin and Cherished Great Pop to Taylor.
Larry was an old traffic man in his day.
He retired to the Gold Coast Hinterland and formed the Gold Coast Branch of the Retired Police Association about 10 years ago when over 150 members turned up.
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In 1968 he was doing a ‘course’ at the Australian Police College on North Head, Manly, NSW, whilst a member of the Commonwealth Police.
