It is with regret that I have to inform you of the death of John Michael Neaverson, 76yrs that occurred yesterday 21st May 2020 in Devon
John joined the Nottinghamshire Police in 1963 and retired as a Superintendent in 1996, and served at West Bridgford, The Meadows, Special Branch, Regional Crime Squad, Personnel, Oxclose Lane and Traffic, he retired as a Superintendent in 1996, he leaves a widow Elaine.
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John Kennedy, Secretary, Notts NARPO
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John was one of the best superintendents I served under on my years on Traffic. So sorry to hear of his death at a relatively young age.
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I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. We worked together at Station Street, Radford Road and Traffic. He was a good boss, always approachable and friendly. He took me sailing on one occasion but I don’t think I made a good impression as I wasn’t invited back.
Enjoy sailing with the stars John and keep that main sheet tight!
Deepest condolences to all the family.
RIP John.
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So sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a good boss at Nottingham Traffic Wing, being someone who would listen. Condolences to his family, and thinking of Helen who I worked with for a few years.
RIP John
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A true gentleman and a pleasure to work for. Deepest sympathy to all of the family.
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What a shock to hear this very sad news. John and I worked closely together at Epperstone. He was a fine,intelligent gentleman, so personable and dedicated to all he did. Our thoughts to Elaine, Helen and Robert and families. Sail into the Salcombe sun and beyond my friend. Rob and Kate Lake
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So sad to read of John’s unexpected passing. He was a really nice individual. I last saw him at a senior officers mess at Stafford, just before he did the right thing and moved down to Salcombe for a life of sailing, his favourite pastime.
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RIP John. Always the gent. Always had the time for others.
Condolences to the family.
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Worked with John in a number of places. A gentleman. Condolences to family and friends. R.I.P
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Last saw John a few years back outside his beloved Salcombe Yacht Club.
He was enjoying his retirement in a beautiful location. Deepest sympathies to Helen and the family.
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So sad to hear that John has passed he was a true gentleman always had time for everyone, a lovely man.
Dave Gibbons retired DC 274
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So sad to hear that John has passed, he was a true gentleman and always had time for everyone, a lovely man
Dave Gibbons retired DC 274
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John was my boss and TD(N).
He was in post to manage the department, not to be Mr popular. I liked him. I knew where I stood with him.
I often wished I could have seen him sail. I know he was passionate about sailing and he spoke of his experiences fondly.
I have many good memories under ‘Neavo’.
My sincere condolences to Helen and the rest of the family.
Dave Saunders
Sgt 277 TD(N) Retired
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So sad to hear this news. John was my first Sgt in Nottinghamshire Constabulary, way back in 1982. Looking back, I feel sorry for him….he had his work cut out! A really nice guy, a gent, always had time for you. My deepest condolences to all the family.
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So sad to hear the news of John’s passing. Never worked with John on the job but had years of racing with John as part of the Notts Police Sailing Team, hilarious doesn’t do it justice. ‘Nav’ was always the calming voice of reason !! An absolute gentleman who had time and energy for all. Always a pleasure to spend time with John. My sincere condolences to Elaine, Helen and Rob and families.
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Rest In Peace John. A true Gentleman.
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We have very fond memories of John and for me personally it was a very good experience working for him. He was truly supportive of those who worked with him and had a great sense of humour and was very dedicated to getting the best results. Our thoughts are with his family and we send them our sincerest best wishes and support at this moment. Honour to have worked with and known John. Roy and Denise Edwards
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Such A shock to learn of John’s passing. Our paths crossed many times during our service and he was always the gentleman and a pleasure to be with.
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Sorry to hear of his passing. Great memories coastal sailing!
Thoughts are with family. RIP…
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Worked with John at Radford Road and as B Division PSU instructor when he was at Eperstone training department. A true gent condolences to family and friends. Sad loss to many.
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So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of John, he was a true gentleman and all round lovely man. My condolences to the family, my thoughts are with you, a sad loss.
Paul Wade Retired Dog Handler
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We last saw John a few years back outside his beloved Salcombe Yacht Club. He was enjoying his retirement and sailing to the full in beautiful Devon.
Deepest sympathies to Helen and the family.
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Really sorry to hear of Johns passing. We crossed paths many times over the years and John was always the same and a pleasure to know and work with.
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So sorry to hear this sad news, my condolences to the family
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Such very sad news. I had the privilege of working on Traffic when John was Superintendent. He was always a gentleman, supportive and always had time for a chat. One of the best gaffers I worked for. My condolences to the family.
“Seas were meant to be sailed by those with salt in their veins, and love in their heart.”
― Anthony T.Hincks
R.I.P John.
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I had the privilege of knowing John from when he was a Detective Constable to eventually my boss on Nottingham Traffic. We often used to enjoy a pint at the ‘Top House’ Bramcote. The best boss I ever worked with. My condolences to his family.
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Sad to hear of John’s passing.
He was a good boss, approachable and always had time. Remember well his passion for sailing. RIP John.
Paul Martin
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A long time sailing friend Neavo has sailed on to new waters.
Greatly missed by all my family. And many sailing friends.
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Very sad news, John was a friend and colleague who was great fun to work with during my time with Nottinghamshire Police, a good man and he will be missed. My thoughts are with his family.
Chris Fox
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Such sad News, he was such a nice man, a real Gent and showed he cared for his staff. He personally contacted me when I had dealt with a difficult sudden death of an infant to ensure that I was OK. He wasn’t even my Superintendent at the time and it was in an era when there was no counselling. His show of concern for my welfare was of itself a great help and stays with me to this day. Rest in peace Sir.
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One of the best bosses I ever worked for, supportive, humorous, a true gentleman!
Taken too soon. RIP John. Condolences to his family.
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A reliable and respected colleague who will be sadly missed. I wish to add my condolences.
Michael Farrell.
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A real gent, one of the best. RIP John
Tony de-Vos
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Rest in peace John. You always cared for your officers. One of the best. Sincere condolences to the family. John Hammond
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So sorry to hear this very sad news. John was a much valued member of the team when I was Chief Constable – a true gentleman, respected by all who knew and served with him. Sincere condolences to all his family – I know that he will be greatly missed.
Colin Bailey
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Extremely sad news. First met John as I was an Aid to CID at Hucknall Div. CID around 1970. His good advice and guidance then served me well as a detective until retirement 30 years later.
Met him a few times since, usually in John Lewis for coffee. He never changed, a smile, a memory, a laugh, always with a twinkle in his eye. Lovely man.
Condolences to all of Johns’ family, a great loss.
Ralph Osborne.
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So sorry to learn of John’s passing. Worked with John at Arnold sub division when we set up the Special Projects Team. A true gentleman who always looked after his staff. My sincere sympathies to all of his family.
Chris Boden
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I echo previous comments which reflect the extremely high esteem in which John was held. One of the best ‘bosses’ I had the privilege of working with. Also had many meetings with him post retirement when he worked for ‘Tracker’ – he always found a way to get the Traffic Dept kit for no cost! Many condolences to the family. He will be missed by us all.
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My condolences to all of John’s family and friends on his passing. I remember John from my time at Radford Road and Oxclose Lane, he was an approachable and helpful boss who will be missed.
Jim HORNE ex Pc 111
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I spent many happy days sailing with John & colleagues on behalf of the Force. My working memory of John is him being absolutely appalled when I told him once that SOCO didnt bother attending burglaries routinely any more! A real gent.
My thoughts are with his loving family.
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I’ve had the privilege of knowing John for over 50 years since we were on CID together. He has always been a fantastic friend, as over the years we watched our families flourish. We have enjoyed holidays together with my family and John’s lovely wife Elaine ,and children Helen and Robert ,who is my godson. John’s policing and management talents were rightly recognised and he had a stellar career. He always treated friends and colleagues with understanding and humour and was always great company. The morning I was telephoned by Robert and received the devastating news of John’s death was one of the saddest days of my life ,and has been a great blow. Fortunately, Elaine has the loving support of Helen and Robert and son-in-law Andy. I know that they all have been comforted by all the kind comments of condolence contained in these pages. We will greatly miss John but the close bonds of our families will remain to comfort us.
Jim and Valerie Quinn and family.
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