Young Bill LANGSTON ( son ) with his father – Bill LANGSTON ( Black shirt ) – NSWPF # 12441
You were a funny bastard to know and work with at Wollongong Police Station back in the 1980’s when you were working in the Police Prosecutors Office and Wollongong Court House as the Court Constable.
I still remember to armour of your pipe all these years later mate.
Cal
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Updated 1 October 2025 with final Date of Duty and associated calculations.
Kevin Patrick BARBER
18/09/2025
Kevin Patrick BARBER
AKA ?
* Nickname: ?
Late of Horsley St, Kooringal, NSW. Formerly of Narrandera, NSW
Relations in ‘the job’?
“possible” relation in ‘the job‘:
John William BARBER, NSWPF # 4474 ?
Roy BARBER, NSWPF # 5023 ?
Colin R. BARBER, NSWPF # 9412 ?
Richard J. BARBER, NSWPF # 13824 ?
Len BARBER, NSWPF # ???? ( Redfern Academy Law Instructor )
Larry R. BARBER, NSWPF # 16584 ?
M. BARBER, NSWPF # 19585 ?
Kevin is “possibly” a Rejoinee.
I have found data with his details and Registered number 13021 – having joined the NSWPF on Monday 19 February 1968 with Class 114 who were Sworn In on 1 April 1968 and possibly becoming a Constable on Friday 28 February 1969.
That Registered number ( 13021 ) does not come up in any of my ‘ Stud Books ‘.
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 119
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 4689
Regd. # 13021
Regd. # 13736
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 12 May 1969 ( aged ? years, ? months, ? days )
Probationary Constable – appointed Monday 23 June 1969 ( aged ? years, ? months, ? days )
Passed away at Wagga Base Hospital on Wednesday 17th September 2025, of Horsley St. Kooringal and formerly Narrandera. Much loved husband of Lois. Dearly loved father and father-in-law Mark & Carolyn. Loving Grandfather of Mitchell & Caroline, Nikita & Sam and Great-Grandpa of Alex, Jack, Harrison and Leah. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Geoffrey & Marion, Adrian (dec’d), Peter & Robyn and Helen & Russell. Fond uncle of his nieces and nephews. Aged 82 years.
‘Forever in our hearts’.
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Lake Albert Rd. Kooringal, on Friday 26th September 2025, commencing at 11:00am. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Private Cremation to follow.
I’d let you know that I had received very sad information that Narrandera Former GD’s Police Officer Reg No. 13736, Riverina RFPA Member ID 77 Kevin Barber had been admitted into Wagga Base Hospital for a major operation a couple of weeks ago for brain tumors and then taken a turn for the worst after a fall & they had discovered a brain bleed & clot.
Sadly, there was nothing they could be done and he was placed in palliative care but sadly he passed away at 10.30pm last night. ( Wednesday 17 September 2025 ).
I have informed Ian Moore, as the NSW RFPA Welfare officer and also the NSW RFPA Secretary Ian Lovell and I will update when I receive any further updates in relation to service details.
Regards
Steve Turner
brisbanerfpa@retiredpolice.com.au
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Timothy John Jude THOMAS with his sister, Patricia THOMAS.
Timothy John Jude THOMAS with his sister, Patricia THOMAS.
Patricia Therese Benedict Thomas
13 September 2025 @ 4.14pm
Timothy John Jude Thomas my brother entered eternal life this morning 3.30am peacefully.
Broken-hearted.
Thanks for your prayers that allowed his defiant strong protector heart to surrender into full communion with God.
Tim’s 66th birthday this Monday 15th – Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows and there is deepest sorrow.
Jn 12: 32
When I am lifted up from the earth,
I will draw everyone to myself, says the Lord.
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Deepest condolences to Ian and their two children, Jensen & Evelyn in your loss of Rach.
Condolences are also extended to other family and friends.
* * *
From Ian – 8 September 2025
I just wanted to drop a message and thank everyone for their heart felt comments and best wishes….I have read everyone of them, and although would take me ages to like and reply to each, my family and I love all the support and generosity that has been shown to us.
Unfortunately Rachel passed away about 4:15 yesterday afternoon, and I was the lucky one to be sitting by her side and holding her hand as she took her last breath. At that time the world lost a mother, a wife, a sister, a friend, a colleague….an all round trooper and battler.
She fought this disease with everything she had and not once showed the toll it was taking on her; she smiled, worked and just got on with it. A true testament to the world.
She will be forever be missed, loved and cherished
Hi I’m Sarah, And I’m raising funds to show our support to Rachel, Ian and their 2 kids Jensen (13) and Evelyn (9).
3 years ago Rachel was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer, she has fought hard these last 3 years with treatments and trials, but sadly was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Rachel has done everything to continue to fight for more time.. but sadly last Wednesday night, Rachel was taken to hospital with internal bleeding. Rachel was flown to RPA in Sydney on Thursday for life saving treatment, Sadly Ian has now been told that his beautiful wife Rachel is unlikely to survive through this. Ian will continue to stay in Sydney by his wife’s side in the ICU. We prayer they are able to make Rachel stable enough to be transported back to Dubbo hospital, to be surrounded by her loved ones.
I know times are tough for everyone, but if you have the means to donate any amount. I know Ian and the kids would be very appreciative to take the financial burden off them, while they go through this very sad time.
UPDATE
3rd September 2025
by Sarah Wilkinson, Organiser
Thank you so much to everyone who has kindly donated. I know how much this means to Ian and Rachel.
With permission from Ian, we share an update with you all.
Sadly there is no positive news to bring you, Rachel is still in the ICU at RPA, with Ian by her side.
Her immediate family has now been and visited, her 2 beautiful children Jensen and Evelyn have been and spent some time with their mum.
Rachel has been taken off all treatment and made to be comfortable…
Please keep Rachel, Ian, Jensen and Evelyn in your prayers.
Please also keep Rachel’s Family in your thoughts as they go through this unimaginable pain. Rachel’s mum Kay, Rachel’s sister Ali, Rachel’s brothers Ben, Nick, Matt, Nathan and their partners and kids..
UPDATE 7th SEPTEMBER
By Sarah Wilkinson
It is with heavy hearts and tears in my eyes that I share the news that Rachel has sadly passed away.
She left this world peacefully, with her loving husband Ian by her side as she took her final breaths.
Rachel was deeply loved by all who knew her — her kindness, strength, and warmth touched so many lives. Her presence will be missed more than words can express.
Rachel will be welcomed to heaven with her dad waiting with open arms for his beloved daughter, and her two dogs at her feet..
Ian thanks everyone for their love, support, and prayers during this time.
Please keep Ian, Jensen & Evelyn in your thoughts. As well as all of Rachel & Ian’s family as they go through difficult time.
Update:7 September 2025 by Ian Hobden, Beneficiary.
I just want to post a quick message to say how grateful and humbled I am by everyone’s support and generosity during what has been and will continue to be a very tough time for me, my two beautiful kids and the rest of my family.
As expected Rachel took her last breath this afternoon, alongside me while we watched some TV….she was aware of this fundraiser and was blown away each day when I told her of the generosity of everyone.
These funds will go straight to our children for their future and will help them navigate life as it goes on without their mother by their side but knowing she will always be there to keep them safe and look after them.
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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 128
NSW Police Cadet # 2098
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 4403
Regd. # 14793
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 21 February 1966 ( aged 16 years, 10 months, 16 days ) – Resigned 1 June 1967.
Recommenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 9 August 1971 ( aged 22 years, 4 months, 4 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 20 September 1971 ( aged 22 years, 5 months, 15 days )
Constable – appointed 20 September 1972
Constable 1st Class – appointed 20 September 1976
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 20 September 1980
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 9 August 1971 to 17 January 2003 = 31 years, 5months, 8days Service
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From 9 August 1971 to 17 January 2003 = 31 years, 5 months, 8 days Service
Time in Retirement from Police: 22 years, 8 months, 12 days
Age at Retirement / Leaving: = 55 years, 9 months, 12 days
Awards: National Medal – granted2 November 1988 ( SenCon )
Commended for Good Police Work during the arrest of two offenders – granted 9 January 1990 ( Sgt )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 6 June 1997 ( Sgt )
NSW Police Medal – granted 4 June 2003 ( Former Sgt )
4th Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 4 June 2003 ( Former Sgt )
Born: Tuesday 5 April 1949 in Goppingen, West Germany
Died on: Friday 29 August 2025
Age: 76 years, 4 months, 24 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: Dementia
Event location: Baulkham Hills, NSW
Event / Diagnosis date: ?
Memorial Service Funeral date: Monday 3 November 2025 @ 11am
Funeral location: Toongabbie Sports Club, 12 Station Rd, Toongabbie, NSW
At the family’s request a public funeral will not be held however a celebration of Ed’s life will be held on a date to be confirmed at the Toongabbie Bowling Club..
LIVE STREAM?
Wake location: ?
Wake date: ???
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Grave Location: Section: Row: ?Plot: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( September 2025 )
EDWARD 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.
It is with great sadness that I inform friends and colleagues of the passing of my dear friend of 46 years, Edward (Ed) Kramer, aged 76 who passed away on Friday 29th August 2025, at Baulkham Hills, surrounded by his family.
His passing was the result of a his long battle with dementia.
Ed served the people of NSW from 1971 to his retirement (HOD) in 2003. He was an outstanding leader, mentor, a hard and strong man well respected by those who worked with him. He was my buddy when I joined the NSWPF in 1979 and we’ve been close mates ever since.
Ed was a husband, father and grandfather and is survived by his dear wife, Barbara, daughters Joanne and Karen and their families.
I am sure that all who knew Ed will join me in sending condolences to his family and friends.
Ed did not want a funeral, following his wishes private arrangements will be made by his family.
It is anticipated that at some point ( to be advised ) there will be a memorial get together.
Kind regards
Paul Jacob
# 18752
Upon joining the NSW Police Cadets – Edward was described as:
Name
as per notes
Born
05-Apr-49
Joined
21-Feb-66
Height
6′-0¼”
Weight
13 st -8 lb
Eyes
Brown
Hair
Brown
Complexion
Olive
Birth place
Germany
Religion
Roman Catholic
Qualifications
School Certificate
As a Cadet – sent to:
20 Division ( H.Q. )
Note
Resigned 1/6/67
?, Edward KRAMER being presented with a plaque by Inspector Bev LAWSON at a ceremony at Parramatta, NSW.
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L. C. Bennett; D. W. Stolle # 9460; M. W. Kirk # 9512; R. C. Landers; B. Symons; A. Southall # 9527; John C. Dunbar # 9482; Peter J. Martin # 9528; B. K. Leaney # 9533; D. W. McLaughlin; J. R. Dorsett # 9498; P. W. Medway # 9444; J. McGregor # 9518; F. J. Ryder # 9506; Ray. N. Morris # 9517; P. R. Clemson # 9523; J. O. Parry; P. J. Woodward # 9478; D. C. Newton # 9480; Rod. L. Power # 9477; A. W. McDonald # 9510; B. A. Kearns; P. R. Leembruggen # 9530; R. G. Dunn.
J. J. McNamara # 9465; T. J. Webber # 9504; B. A. Bennett # 9453; J. F. Bostock # 9535; R. N. Thornett; W. A. Allan; K. J. Hall; Mick R. Hay # 9452; Ken. Waters # 9494 or 9505; Keith Waters # 9494 or 9505; G. N. Crouch # 9532; R. C. Rogerson # 9536; D. S. McAfee # 9459; G. A. Wilson # 9470; B. Garland # 9511; J. Peterlin # 9503; Thom. C. Coleman # 9496; R. J. Canning # 9473; Victor A. Schweikert # 9458; R. Pearson; B. Kerrison # 9485; J. G. Kinnane; L. R. Kriss # 9483.
Front row – seated- ( l to r ):
Sergeant 3/c. Ben Hall; C. C. Greenham; G. R. Gibb # 9445; R. C. Jenner # 9486; J. C. McGingley; Darcy W. Cluff # 9463; R. J. Graham # 9467; David E. Nelson # 9481; F. B. McGoldrick; Ernest G. Mercer # 9515; E. W. Kelly; J. Kelly # 9531; Sergeant 1/c. Sligar # 8146; Sergeant 1/c. Barber # 4474; Sergeant 3/c. Porch; Miss. Sylvia W. Paull # P/W 0038; Mrs. Eileen. M. McLean # P/W 0037; Miss. June W. Fielding # P/W 0039; S. Favot # 9493; J. P. Boon # 9519; L. E. Ervine # 9497; R. T. Milligan # 9479; Denis W. Wardrobe # 9456; D. C. Rugers; H. V. Clarke.
Burwood Detectives C 1997 Back Row ( L – R ) P.C. Cst 1/c A.J. LOXLEY, P.C. Cst 1/c G.J. FLUKE, Det Cst 1/c B.E. LYONS, Det SenCon W.A. COLE, Det SenCon B.L. FITZGIBBON, Det SenCon R.J. HANLON, P.C. Cst 1/c J.R.W. HANDEL Front Row Det Sgt 3/c J. TURNER, Det Sgt 3/c G.C. LLOWARCH, Det Sgt 1/c Francis Leo PURCELL, Det Sgt 3/c Barry Alexander MELOUNEY # 9492, Det Sgt 3/c T.C. COLEMAN, Det SenCon G.F. HYDE
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Just a big thank you for all those who sent me birthday wishes yesterday. Seeing the names of my former police mates brought back good memories – a real blast from the past. Thanks to all my family and relos also.
My wife and I are still living in Corrimal in the house we brought 44 years ago. In 2013 by pure chance I found out I had kidney cancer. Not many complications – no kemo – just a key hole operation to remove the kidney and I was back in business. I really dodged a bullet though.
I am still playing competition squash twice a week. Even I can’t believe I am still playing 52 years after I started in 1964. I walk 5ks every day of the year and surf at Towradgi Beach every good day in the summer. I have been blessed with good health. Life’s good.
For those former cops who remember my daughters ( a few lifts home in the PD after a late night) they are all going well and all three are Flight Attendants with Qantas. Not the cops for them.
To Terry Gilchrist : the pink bats are still working fine.
Thanks again and I hope to see you at the one of the RPA meetings.
Cheers. Bruce
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Jaimie McLEOD, NSWPF # 53435 with Police Commissioner Michael FULLER.
Constable Education Program C.E.P. medallion
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Our deepest condolences to Paul’s wife, Karen, family and friends.
2018
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It is with extreme sadness that I announce the passing of our much valued club member Nicole Noal nee Boyce.
This post is a bit of a personal one as I have know Nicole for more the 3 quarters of my life.
Nicole was a much valued member of Cambridge Park Netball Club for many many years from juniors right through to seniors even when moving away while studying to become a police office and even travelling from Camden every week the past couple of years to still play for Cambridge Park.
Nicole was such a fighter. Even when life threw her every curve ball, she still took on the challenge head on. Even right till the end.
She was the most kind heart gentle selfless person I have ever met. So much so that when she was diagnosed the 2nd time round she apologised to me because it meant I was going to lose a 2nd childhood friend in less then 2 years. But that summed up Nic. Always thinking of others first.
Nicole your determination, kind heart, loving soul and every other word that one can describe you will be missed truly and deeply. The world has lost another beautiful soul and will never be the same.
You will always be remembered and will always be missed.
Much love, thoughts and prayers to the Boyce and Noal family during this time. Not only myself but also the club will always be there for you.
At the end of last year we launched Senior Constable Nicole Noal‘s fundraising page.
There was an enormous and heartfelt outpouring of support for this strong and generous individual going through such a momentous time, and we thank you all for that
Her colleagues and friends have now organised a Fundraising Dinner for Friday 28 March at The Cube in Campbelltown, and everyone is invited.
In June 2021, Nicole was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. She commenced medical treatment and underwent several medical procedures including invasive surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
In March 2022, Nicole responded positively to surgery by entering remission.
Unfortunately, on 27th November 2024, Nicole received the devastating news that bowel cancer returned. This cancer is incurable. She was informed her life expectancy is 12 months. Nicole will be undergoing chemotherapy in the coming months. It will hopefully extend her life expectancy and assist with pain management.
All profits will go towards Nicole and her family with the mounting medical bills.
Dress for this special night is Cocktail / Semi Formal.
It’s never a good time for bad news, but it hits even harder at such a family time of the year.
Senior Constable Nicole Noal has been a serving NSW Police Force officer for 13 years, and with her husband (also a NSWPF officer), is raising two young daughters.
Having faced bowel cancer several years ago, Nicole was recently given the news that it had returned, in an inoperable fashion.
She has been given 12 months to live.
Her colleagues have organised a fundraiser to help with the medical financial burden, as Nicole remains determined to create lasting memories with her family while she is able to.
Nathan NOAL & Nicole NOAL with their two daughters. AKA Nic NOAL, Nikky, Noally
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