WELCOME Ex "Z" TRAFFIC PATROL CLUB

Hi All,

I am sorry to inform you all that Harry Waterson Ex PC 384TD/Wt No 18/140862, aged 86 years passed away at his home address on Tuesday 20th June 2017. Harry had a kidney condition for a number of years and had been in Hospital in Brighton but was allowed home in the end.

Harry served in the RAF 1050-1952 before joining the Met. Born in Lambeth 24.1.31. Served at TDB from 1.4.68 until 29.7.68 then he arrived at TDZ. Retired 16.12.1984.

I spoke to Kim this morning and passed on condolences from all.

FUNERAL Friday 30th June - at 12.30pm.

At: Payne and Son's - funeral directors 143 Seaside, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 7NN
There is on street parking but can be a bit tricky at times so please leave enough time. There is a church nearby and I am hoping they will let us use their car park so I will let you know nearer time if we can use that along with details.

Funeral will be followed by drinks/refreshments at: Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club, 3 Harbour Quay, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 5QF

(Loads of parking available)

We would kindly request that if you wish bring a single white rose to service and no other flowers necessary please. Instead Dad requested you plant something in your own garden in memory of him 😇. Dad also requested bright colours to be worn please, so no black.

Please can you let me know if you require any more details on dads passing for any newsletters etc as I am more than willing to write a few words if required - it would be lovely to hear from any surviving colleagues of dads if they wish to share any stories (that dad hadn't told me).

I know mum mentioned trying to get hold of a met traffic cap with white cover - if you know any way we can get hold of one I would be grateful.

Jack enjoying some down-time at Epsom Races

Message received regarding the passing on of Alexander John (Jack) Frost Ex TDZ 575TD, Wt No34/141945, DOB 11.4.1935 aged 82 years. Served at TDZ from 1975 until retiring 31.8.1987. Served at ED/CB/TDB/TDZ. Also in the RAF 25.5.53/19.6.55.
I worked with Jack occasionally and it my memory serves me right he did not have a lot of time for the clergy!!!

The funeral is on 4th April 2017 at 3.30pm, at Randalls Park Crematorium, Leatherhead. Family flowers only but donations if desired to St Catherine's Hospice, Macmillan or the Dogs' Trust.

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Hi All,
Below message from Ray Sutton with info regarding Tom & Elsie Cowper moving down-under. On behalf of all Ex Z Club members we wish them all the best in their new home.
Regards Dickie

From: Raymond Sutton Sent: Monday, January 30, 2017 10:52 PM A call today from Tom Cowper in forming us that as from 14 – 02 – 2017 his new address will be:-

C/O 112 Barden Ridge Road, Reedy Creek, Queensland, Australia. QLD 4227. His email address will be:- tom.cowper@outward.com

They are very much looking forward to this venture and we wish them all the best. Regards. Ray.
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The funeral of Janet Knott Ex Ch Insp TDZ was on Friday 3rd March 2017 and the turn out was good with many retired officers from other garages.
Our garage (TDZ) was represented by myself, Tony and Mary Larlham, Jackie Lover, Carol Baker, Barry and Mary Turner, Bob Grady, Mick Ashbrook,
Dave Whitehead and Stuart Care. The Met Police Traffic Div carried out the escort and Traffic Officers lined the route around the Crematorium.
They did the Funeral proud.

The three Motor cycle outriders were all Traffic Sgts a site to behold and in our day would have been worth an entry in the Guinness Book of records!!!
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Mr Brian Smith "Mr Pastry" died Sunday 27th November 2016

The funeral arrangements for Dad are as follows: Tuesday 13th December, 12.15pm
St Leonard's Church, Leverington, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. PE13 5AS
Followed by refreshments at Mendi's, Old Market, Wisbech. PE13 1NB.
I know it is a busy time of year for everyone and we are a long way away from most but I would be eternally grateful to anyone who can spare the time to ensure Dad has a good turn out to see him off on his final journey.
If anyone knows for certain they can make it I would be grateful if they could e mail me at juliejlambert@yahoo.co.uk or phone me on 01406 362061 just to assist with catering but it doesn't matter if people just turn up - all are welcome.
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