NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # DPP 17 ( Class 17 ) 290
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 40423
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 1 September 2003 ( aged 20 years, 5 months, 24 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 19 December 2003 ( aged 20 years, 9 months, 11 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? 2008 ( YES ) ( Came 2nd in her Course )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Detective Senior Constable
Stations: Cabramatta ( 34 Division )( GDs )( ProCst ), Campbelltown( 35 Division ) Commuter Crimes Unit, City Sydney Street Policing Unit, Strike Force Setter @ Riverwood, Penrith / Nepean PAC Detectives (17 April 2007 – ? ), Strike Force Nethina re murder of Mac Moon ( Sept 2020 – Aug 2021 )( with Homicide Squad ), Sex Crimes Squad – State Crime Command ( 15 August 2021 – 8 December 2023 ) – Death
Time employed with NSW Police: From: 19 December 2003 to 8 December 2023 = 19 years, 11 months, 19 days
Service: From 1 September 2003to8 December 2023 = 20 years, 9 months, 11 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 40 years, 9 months, 0 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: No Find on the Australian Honours system – however received:
Region Commanders Unit Citation – granted 2004 re Meritorious Action at the Redfern Riots of 15 / 16 February 2004
Police Officer of the Month – Cabramatta Commander – granted 2008
Region Commanders Citation – granted 1 September 2015 – work on Strike Force Orkin
Ethical and Meritorious Police Service medal – granted
NSW Police Service Medal – granted
1st Clasp to the NSW Police Service Medal – granted
National Medal – granted
National Police Service medal – granted
Commissioner of Police Emergency Commendation – granted
Premiers Bushfire Citation medal ( 2019 – 2020 Bushfires ) – granted
Born: Tuesday 8 March 1983 at Sutherland, NSW
Died on: Friday 8 December 2023 during the morning, at home, with family by her side
Age: 40 years, 9 months, 0 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: Cancer ( Type = ? )
Event location: at home with family by her side
Event / Diagnosis date: December 2022 ?
Funeral date: Tuesday 19 December 2023 @ 10am ( 20 years, to the day, from her Attestation at the Goulburn Police Academy )
Funeral location: The Under Cover Betting Arena of Hawkesbury Race Club, 1 Racecourse Road, Clarendon, NSW
Loving wife of Andrew and proud Mum of Liam and Charlie.
Daughter of Ken and Jane,
granddaughter of Roni, sister of Kel and her husband Matt.
Daughter-in-law of Barry and Liz, sister-in-law of Wes, Mark and Alison.
Aunt of Hamish, Ayla and Patrick.
Sadly missed by her Shire and Hawkesbury family and friends, and by her Police colleagues.
So Dearly Loved, So Sadly Missed
A celebration of Jo’s life will be held in its entirety at 10:00am on Tuesday 19th December 2023 in The Under Cover Betting Arena of Hawkesbury Race Club, 1 Racecourse Road, Clarendon.
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Sandra Ramos
7 days ago
Sending my deepest sympathies to all of Jo’s family and friends.
RIP sweet girl.
Such a beautiful service.
Thinking of you all.
X
Amanda Saad Kharma
7 days ago
My dear Jo… thank God for memories because they will live on forever.
One of the sweetest and kindest people I have known… what a blessing to this Earth xx you will be forever missed.
Thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends
xoxox
Lyndal and Chris Richardson
7 days ago
Rest in Peace Darling Girl.
Thanks for showing the world how to be kind. ????
Paul Rouillon
7 days ago
What an absolute privilege to have known Jo, lovely to see her remembered in such a beautiful celebration of her life.
Condolences to her family and friends who like me, will miss her every time we see her in brightness and joy in the world like…Read more
Tony and Catriona Steinborn
14 days ago
Deepest sympathies to Andrew, Liam, Charlie, Jane, Ken, Kelly, Roni, Barry, Liz and extended families on the loss of your beautiful Jo. Sending strength for the difficult days ahead. We will never forget Jo and her bubbly vibrant personality. RIP…Read more
Delina Buttigieg
14 days ago
Absolute beautiful soul indeed Miss Jo, heartbreaking news, thoughts and prayers to all xx God bless ????????????
Scott Harris
It’s no surprise a common sentiment is how bright, happy, kind and energetic you were Jo. The way you carried yourself, even when you were sick is a testament to your enduring strength of character. I don’t think anyone who has met you will ever forget. My heart goes out to Andrew, the boys, and all Jo’s family. I sincerely hope you can eventually find peace and solace with Jo’s passing.
RIP Jo. 18 December 2023
Catriona & Tony Steinborn
Deepest sympathies to Andrew, Liam, Charlie, Jane, Ken, Kelly, Roni, Barry, Liz and families on the very sad passing of your beautiful Jo. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
RIP Jo, taken way too soon.
12 December 2023
Natalie Saad
Deepest condolences to the Travers family. You will be forever loved and missed xx
12 December 2023
John and Janelle Scott
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. A life cut too short. In time Happy memories will overcome your grief.
John and Janelle
18 December 2023
Elizabeth Jackett
A beautiful soul who will be missed and loved by many.
Thank You for your 20 years of service.
You can rest easy now your duty is done.
19 December 2023
Matt Brophy
Dear Jelder,
Matt BROPHY & Joanne TRAVERS
I’ll always remember you as someone whose smile shone brightly. You were genuinely a beautiful soul. Those who were lucky enough to call you a friend were better people as a result. Thank you for making the footy club a better place with your vibrant presence. You’ll be sorely missed and never forgotten.
My heart goes out to Andrew, Liam and Charlie during this difficult time. Wrap yourselves around your loved ones and share stories of this wonderful human. Be there for each other and know that Jo will be with you every step of the way.
My thoughts and prayers to you all,
Oyster
Xoxox
14 December 2023
Billy
Your forever smile, your infectious laugh and your adoring voice of an angel will be sadly missed by so many. I don’t think any of us will truly understand why such a beautiful soul was taken way too soon. I pray for your family, your closest friends, your loving husband and your two handsome boys who you will forever embrace from the stars above and who will one day hold your hand again.
RIP little Joey xx
love Billy
18 December 2023
Shaun Cain
RIP Jo – Rest easy.
19 December 2023
Claire Hogan and Barbara Wagstaff
We will never forget Jo with her beautiful smile, rest in peace, thoughts are with the family at this time.
15 December 2023
John and Janelle Scott
Our deepest Sympathy to all the family..A life cut short..In time Happy memories will overcome your grief.
John and Janelle
18 December 2023
Rebecca Tutill and Malik Arici
Liam TRAVERS, ?, Charlie TRAVERS
It was such an honour to join your family, friends, fans and blue family today, to celebrate your life Jo.
Your three boys did you proud and held their heads high. You have given them the strength to live in your memory. Rest easy beautiful darling.
I will try to keep our boys together.
Thank you for being a part of my world, even just a little.
About 18 months ago, Jo started suffering from pains in her stomach that wouldn’t go away. Testing took place and it was discovered that Jo had bowel cancer that had already spread to her liver. Jo was found to have numerous lesions on her bowel and her liver was riddled with lesions.
Jo has been having extensive chemotherapy since this time and sadly, a recent scan has shown that her tumours have grown and the cancer has also spread to her lungs. Jo is not eligible for liver surgery, bowel surgery, or any type of transplant. It appears as though Jo’s body is no longer responding to chemotherapy. Jo has been informed that she is eligible to trial a brand new immunotherapy drug that has just been brought over from the USA. Unfortunately, this drug is not yet on our PBS and will cost $1900 per fortnight, capped at $27,000.
Regardless of this trial, Jo has been informed that her condition is completely incurable, and that the aim of any trial or medication from this point onwards is to solely prolong her life. About 18 months ago, Jo was given an estimated 3 years life expectancy. Jo has only just turned 40.
Jo is a mother of two beautiful beautiful boys ( aged 8 and 5 ), a wife to a supportive, loving husband and a friend to so many people. She has served the NSW state as a dedicated police officer and Detective over her 20-year policing career. Her shock diagnosis and cancer treatment has taken an enormous toll on her and her family. Despite all of this, Jo has remained so infectiously positive and upbeat which has been an inspiration to us all.
We recently held a fundraising event to raise money for Jo and her family to help make special memories for them. We are now trying to continue our fundraising efforts to raise enough money to cover her ongoing treatment and ease the financial pressure on Jo and her family. We would love Jo to spend as much precious, quality time with her boys as she can.
Police Chaplin – Reverend Susan AVERY leading Jo’s coffin at the completion of Jo’s Service.
* Story behind any Nickname:
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.
( 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 ( October 2022 )
JOHN IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
Absolutely 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.
( 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 ( October 2022 )
JOSEPH IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of October 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
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.
( 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 ( April 2022 )
MATTHEW is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
MATTHEW IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
ABSOLUTELY NOTHING on my system about this man. No find on Australian Honours, Google or FB.
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.
( 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: Castle Hill Cemetery, Crown Rd & Gilbert Rd, Castle Hill, NSW
Grave location: Anglican Lawn Section, Plot H035
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( October 2022 )
VAUGHAN IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills ( 2022 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
Vaughan Anthony Hau
27.04.1969 ~ 19.06.2022
Will be sadly missed by his family, extended family, and many friends.A Mass of Christian Burial for the life of Vaughan will be celebrated at St Madeleine’s Sophie Barat Parish, 28 Annangrove Rd, Kenthurst NSW on Wednesday the 29th of June 2022 commencing at 10:30am.
At the conclusion of the Mass, the cortege will proceed to Castle Hill Cemetery, Gilbert Road Castle Hill 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.
( 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 ( October 2022 )
ANGELA IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
Angela was a Non Sworn civilian Support Officer within the NSW Police Force.
Her name was added to the Memorial Wall of the Sydney Police Centre, Surry Hills in October 2022.
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.
( 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 )
McDonald Jones Stadium to host funeral for fallen Port Stephens police officer and rugby league veteran Tony Townsend
Updated August 29 2022 – 4:47pm, first published 3:30pm
Foundation Newcastle Knights player and highly respected Hunter policeman Tony Townsend will be farewelled on Thursday.
The full police funeral at McDonald Jones Stadium will celebrate the life of Chief Inspector Townsend, affectionately known by fellow officers as TT, who died at his home on August 22.
The funeral, which is open to the public, will start at 10am.
NSW Deputy Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon and other members of the police executive will attend.
TOWNSEND, Chief Inspector Anthony John ”Tony”
Late of Duns Creek
Passed away 23rd August, 2022
Aged 61 Years
Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Kaitlin and Declan, Lauren and Jackson.
Loving Pa of Charlotte.
Loved son of William (Bill) and Ella, Margaret and Thomas.
Brother of Mark, Susan, Michael, Michelle, and Jason.
Brother-in-law and uncle of their families.
The family and friends of Tony are warmly invited to attend a Celebration of his life, to be held at McDonald Jones Stadium, 294 Turton Rd, Broadmeadow, NSW this Thursday 1st September, 2022. Service commencing at 10am.
Interment will follow at Dungog Cemetery, Cemetery Rd, Dungog, NSW.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be forwarded to The Leukemia Foundation or Men of League in Tony’s memory.
In his short 61 years with us, Tony made such an enormous impact, as a foundation player for the Newcastle Knights, he also played for St George Illawarra Dragons, was a soldier, worked in the timber industry and later worked with NSW Police Force as prosecutor and finished his career as Officer in Charge at Maitland.
Tony was self effacing and humble, intelligent, dedicated to keeping our community safe and always took time to engage with everyone.
This photo was taken just few months ago in May, at a community event to provide positive play spaces in one of our local neighbourhoods.
This little girl came up to Tony and they had a very in depth conversation where he demonstrated the very best example of community policing.
We have lost a great one.
Rest In Peace.
Helen Ping: Such sad news. He was a wonderful man. He gave my husband an award for his volunteer work he did with Raymond Terrace Police with cell watch. And also escorted my husbands hearse to the church and organised police cars to block the traffic for him to get through. He was a very nice man , my family and I will never forget him for what he did for my husband My thoughts go to his family , friends and work Colleagues.
Mayor Philip Penfold: Vale Chief Inspector Tony Townsend. Tony was most recently officer in charge at Maitland Police Station and passed in recent days after long battling cancer. I had the opportunity to spend time with Tony twice this year as he reached out to engage with our community. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and workmates. Rest In Peace.
Inspector Tony Townsend with Worimi elder Uncle John Ridgeway at a NAIDOC Week flag raising ceremony in Raymond Terrace in July 2022. Picture: Ellie-Marie Watts Sonia Hornery MP: · I was shocked to hear of the passing of Chief Inspector Tony Townsend. Tony was one of the first players for the Newcastle Knights, a great police officer for nearly 40 years, and a beloved community figure. My thoughts go our to his family, friends and colleagues who are so deeply affected by his loss. Rest in peace Tony. Photo credit: Newcastle Herald
1 Across: Bloody Great Bloke
Melissa Henshaw: He presented my son with his Community PBL award. Was able to have a chat with him afterwards and he was such a lovely man. Condolences & prayers of healing to his family, colleagues & friends
Kate Washington MP: · Devastating news today, with the passing of Port Stephens Hunter Police District Chief Inspector Tony Townsend. Tony was respected by all. Gone far too soon. Tony was dedicated to our community. In his own humble and genuine way, he made a difference to the lives of many. My sincerest condolences to his family, friends, loved ones and colleagues – I can only imagine how deeply this loss is being felt by all. We’ve lost a good man. Rest In Peace.
The Newcastle News: · Stoic, courageous and one of nature’s gentlemen. Tributes have begun pouring in for one of the Newcastle Knights foundation players – highly respected police officer Tony Townsend – after he died on Tuesday night.
Lloyd Stanimirovic: Shocked and deeply saddened by the passing of Tony Townsend. I first met Tony when I worked at Newcastle Court and he was a police prosecutor. At that time (about 30 years ago) I found Tony to be such a humble man. Even when I spoke to Tony about his rugby league career, he passed it off with modesty and integrity. Last year I met Tony again after many years at the Maitland Anzac Day service. He was still humble. Earlier this year, I was helping youth at a Police operation, when some officers spoke so well of Tony. They described him as someone they could speak to about anything and trust. At this year’s Anzac Day service, Tony spent time speaking to my daughter about her interest in the Police Force. Not surprisingly, when I thanked him for speaking to Gracie and how much he was appreciated by others, Tony just smiled and passed off with humility. From what I saw, heard and experienced, Tony had a positive impact on others, something we all need. Thoughts and prayer with Tony’s family and friends.????
https://police.freom.com/vira-helen-dew/ Vira Helen DEW nee JENKINS Widow of Retired Superintendent Eric DEW # *** Local Caption *** NSW Police Legacy 7 April 2021 Congratulations to NSW Police Legatee Vira Dew, who last week turned 103! Vira was one of the first policewomen to work in the Newcastle area. After retiring at the age of 56, she lived on a farm in Maitland with her husband, retired Superintendent Eric Dew, for several years. Vira is pictured here with Chief Inspector Tony Townsend, Snr St Alyssa Willetts, and Det Snr Sgt Maree Maynard, who all visited to wish her well. Happy birthday Vira!
Pat JARVIS # 18416, Tony TOWNSEND # 20978 & Craig YOUNG # 17746. The Front Row of Police of Illawarra Dragons
The nib Newcastle Knights extend our sincere condolences to friends and family of the late Tony Townsend, who passed away overnight.
Townsend, Knights Old Boy No.11, played hooker in the first ever team in 1988 and continued a strong association with the club through the Once a Knight Old Boys and his work in the NSW Police Force where he rose through the ranks to Chief Inspector.
Tough, resilient and one of the nicest blokes you could meet. Tony epitomised the Knights early culture, which set a standard for unparalleled later success.
He didn’t complain, despite his various health battles over many years, he just smiled and got on with life.
Rest In Peace TT, Once A Knights Old Boy. Always a Knights Old Boy.
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.
Wife to Retired Detective Inspector Mick REES, NSWPF # 15095
“possible” relation in ‘the job’: ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 137 ( Christina WALLACE )
NSW Police Training Centre – Goulburn – Class # 252 or 253 ( Christina REES )
New South Wales Police Force
Regd # Police Woman 0188
Rejoinee Regd. # 28273
Service 1: Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday ? November 1973 white Class # 137
Probationary Constable- appointed 17 December 1973 ( aged 21 years, 4 months, 12 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 17 December 1978
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Service 1 Stations: ?, PP Court Unit,
Service 1: From? November 1973 to? ? ? = ? years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Service 2: Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 26 October 1992 with Class 252 or 253 ( aged 40 years, 2 months, 21 days )
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 ? ? ?
Final Rank: = ?
Service 2 Stations: ?, Legal Services South West ( Liverpool )( 22 Division )( 1996 )( Sgt ), Prosecutor at Bankstown ( 19 Division ), Campbelltown ( 35 Division ), Police Prosecution Command
Service 2: From26 October 1992 to? ? ? = ? years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system under either surname
( 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 2022 )
CHRISTINA is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
CHRISTINA IS Mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills as of 2022
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
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.
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy as a Student Police Officer ( SPO ) on Monday ? ? 2018
Probationary Constable- appointed 7 December 2018
Constable – appointed 7 December 2019
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed – NO
Final Rank: = Constable 1st Class
Stations: Sutherland GDs ( 24 Division )( 7 December 2018 – August 2021 ), Seconded to Operation ‘ Wick ‘ in 2020 – July 2020 – Street Policing Team – City of Sydney Police Area Command, Project ‘ Servatore ‘, Deployed to Albury re Operation Boarder Closure ( July 2020 ), Central Metropolitan Region HVP ( High Visibility Policing ) Unit – The Rocks ( 15 August 2021 – Death )
Service: From? ? 2018 to 14 February 2022 = 3 years Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = N/A
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system – however:
NSW Premiers Bushfire Emergency citation for Service in the 2019 – 2020 fires
NSW Police Force Commissioners Emergency Commendation in recognition of the extraordinary commitment to duty and professionalism demonstrated during disasters and emergency deployments from 1 July 2019 – 31 December 2020
Born: Friday 24 July 1998
Died on: Monday 14 February 2022
Age: 23 years, 6 months, 21 days
Cause: Depression – Suicide
Event location: Home
Event date: Monday 14 February 2021
Funeral date: Wednesday 2 March 2022 @ 11am
Funeral location: South Chapel, Woronora Memorial Park, 121 Linden St, Sutherland, NSW
For those in the Bankstown area: See below Note re funeral service.
any Future Wake location: ??? TBA
any Future Wake date: ??? TBA
( 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 )
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
It is with the deepest regret that I inform those Retired, Former, Serving Police and friends that James O’TOOLE succumbed to the ‘ Black Dog ‘ at the very young age of 23 whilst Serving with NSW Police Force.
May you Forever Rest In Peace mate and may your parents and brother know that you were respected and loved by those who Served alongside of you.
Bruins would like extend a warm welcome to all community members who would like gather to celebrate and share memories in remembrance of James O’Toole.
The Bruins family will live stream the service, at the stadium with doors opening from 10.30am, followed by light refreshments.
Over the coming days, we please ask members to send an email to caitlin@bruinsbasketball.com.au and please RSVP if you would like to attend the service as well as any photos and memories of James to be shared at the service.
It is with a very heavy heart that Bankstown Basketball Association mourns the loss of referee James O’Toole.
James has long been part of the Bruins family, and has represented the Bruins as an exceptional referee, supervisor, and player. He is known for his cheeky smile, witty conversations, and extraordinary dedication and passion for the education, support and ongoing development of Bruins Junior referees.
Over James’s many years of basketball service, James was awarded numerous prestigious Steve Well’s Junior Referee of the Year Awards as recognition for his hard work to his craft. James represented Bankstown Bruins at both New South Wales State Championships and Senior Finals Weekends, his efforts also took him interstate as a referee for New South Wales at many Australian Junior Championships, at which he always did the association proud.
In more recent years James sought out a professional career as part of the New South Wales Police Force, however, always continued to find time to be part of and support the Bruins family.
We are honoured to have had such an exceptional gentleman as part of the Bruins Family and James’s legacy will continue to live on in the people who he inspired and worked so closely with.
As a tribute to James, we invite the entire Bruins community to wear a blue ribbon on their uniform to signify the amazing life that he lived.
Rest In Peace James, we will continue to honor you with Bruins Pride and Dignity.
Never did I expect to say a funeral was beautiful but yours certainly was, James.
You were so obviously loved and cared about by so many including our family.
You certainly made a huge impression during your short life.
With you all today in my thoughts and prayers.
Aunty Kathy and Kevin. ????
Genevieve Mole
9 hours ago
Such a beautiful touching ceremony, celebrating James.
Loved by so many.
You were all in thoughts and prayers today.
Forever in our hearts.
Love the Mole and Lynch families.
Jill Kerr
10 hours ago
Rest in peace James
Helen & George
11 hours ago
“Only the good die young” our hearts are heavy ????
Jenny Chisholm (Dao)
12 hours ago
Thinking of you and your family today.
I was fortunate enough to have James in my Year 6 class and recall how helpful he was with computers and how he brought so much laughter to our class.
May you Rest in Peace James, you will be dearly missed.
Pat minz
12 hours ago
Rest in peace James. Beautiful farewell service
Joanne Mellars
12 hours ago
We remember you fondly James… rest easy.
Joanne & Jessie Mellars
Richard Bai
12 hours ago
Your smile will be in our hearts forever, Jimmy.
Virginia Pedler
12 hours ago
Rest east James. You will be missed x
Alex V
12 hours ago
RIP James! You were loved by many. I also remember from 5 years of age, always having some keys around your neck. You will be missed. Big love to Darcy.
Michelle Hutchinson
12 hours ago
Hope you have found peace James. May your light shine brightly in the night sky.
Paul Edward Cooper
12 hours ago
Rest in peace brother, prayers to you and your family. Hope you are now in peace and we will see you behind heavens golden gates in time.
Tisharna Eckford
12 hours ago
Rest In Peace Jimmy. You will be forever greatly missed by all your family, friends, colleagues and all of #335. Gone far too soon ????
Jodie Bergan
13 hours ago
RIP James, may you fly high!
Matt Hall
13 hours ago
Rest in peace James. My heart goes out to family and friends, it is heartwarming to see and hear their outpouring of love for you.
Leanne Peryman
13 hours ago
What an outstanding young man and a great loss to all who knew him. May he now be at peace and his family know that the strength of the community is behind them xxx
Kerry McGall
14 hours ago
Thinking of you guys Terry, Kylie and Darcy xx
Emily Kate Adams
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace James ????
Trish Murray
14 hours ago
From my heart to yours James , rest well in the arms of those who love you unconditionally. I was lucky to have you as my neighbour next door, sharing lots of chats about all sorts, inviting me in as we met at our unit doors to see your new lounge etc that you had purchased and was so proud of having.
Missing you
Trish
Maria Pace (Pelle)
14 hours ago
Rest in Peace beautiful boy. I will always remember your gorgeous smile and how much you loved holding your dad’s keys.
Lynda Sexton
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace young man. I enjoyed being your baseball coach all those years ago. On behalf of your school mates Erin, Morgan and older brother Liam. Lynda.
Richard Dee leon
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace my good friend.Will sadly miss all of the chats we had.
Chris Shade
14 hours ago
Rest In Peace James, I will miss your smile.
Diane Lowe
14 hours ago
RIP Mate, you will always been remembered. You are at peace now.
Belinda Peters & family
15 hours ago
May James Rest In Peace.
Zarif, Violet & family
a day ago
We will miss you James but rest in peace with Joy in heaven with the Lord .
Greg Callander
7 days ago
May Jimmy O’Toole ( NSWPF # 53092 ) Forever Rest In Peace.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this young man at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
17 February 2022
Anthony Graham BACKHOUSE
| 11/12/2023
Anthony Graham BACKHOUSE
AKA Abs, Tone, Tony, The Wookie
Late of Gibson St, Goulburn, NSW
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 246A
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 27696
Service: From29 July 1990 to? August 2020 = 30 years Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 30 July 1990 ( aged 31 years, 8 months, 26 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 25 January 1991 ( aged 32 years, 2 months, 22 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? 2004
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Final Rank = Senior Sergeant
Stations: ( 1991 – ) Rockdale GDs, Hurstville, St George, Kogarah GDs ( – 1997 ), Sutherland District Anti Theft Squad ( DATS ), Liverpool GDs & Beats Unit & Brief Handling Manager ( 22 Division )( 1997 – 2004 ), Burwood ( 2004 )( Sgt ), Education & Training ( Leadership & Capability Unit )( 2007 ), NSW Police Academy – Goulburn ( 2010 ) ( Constable Education Program CEP )( Policing Practices ) for the Associate Degree in Policing – NSW Police College – Goulburn ( Sgt ) – Retirement – August 2020
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system – however
National Medal – granted
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted
National Police Medal – granted
NSW Police Medal – granted
1st Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted
2nd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted
3rd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted
Commissioners Emergency Service Commendation – granted posthumously
Born: Monday 3 November 1958 in Leeds, Yorkshire, England
Emigrated to Sydney, NSW, Au in 1983
Died on: Thursday 2 December 2021
Age: 63 years, 0 months, 29 days
Cause: Kidney disease?
Event location: Canberra Hospital, ACT
Event date: illness since 2015 & had been in Canberra Hospital for the past 10 months. He was on Dialysis and Chemo Therapy.
( 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: R J Sidney Craig, Goulburn, NSW
Buried at: Cremation at Craig’s Hill Crematorium, 63 Middle Arm Rd, Goulburn, NSW
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( December 2021 )
TONY is mentioned on the NSW Police Wall of Remembrance, SPC ( 2022 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
This afternoon, in a quiet and deeply-felt ceremony at the Sydney Police Centre, another thirteen names were added, and the memories of another thirteen dedicated NSW Police Force employees were honoured, at the NSW Police Force Service Memorial:
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.
