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Book of Condolence – Retired Officer – Malcolm Poole

Notification of the death of a retired Police Officer

Malcolm James Poole

It is with sadness that we have to inform you of the death of Malcolm James Poole, aged 83 years, a retired Police Officer.    Malcolm died on Wednesday 3 February 2021.    Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.

Due to the restrictions on the number of people allowed at funeral however members can contact wife Jennifer on 0115 9333819

Malcolm joined the Birmingham Police in 1959 and whilst there he volunteered to go to Rhodesia for three years as an Inspector in the Police Force.   On returning home he transferred to the Nottingham City Police and served on the Traffic Department in both patrol and Driver Training.    He also served at Canning Circus.    He retired in 1987.

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35 thoughts on “Book of Condolence – Retired Officer – Malcolm Poole”

  3. On March 11th 1981 Malcolm transferred from Epperstone Driving School to Canning Circus. It was a night shift and it was my first night as a newly promoted sergeant. Both of us were ‘quite’ nervous and Malcolm had his Baker and Wilkie books on his desk!. However, as my wife had gone into labour that night and was in The Firs due to give birth in the coming few hours to our first child I think I had the better excuse! Pete Pearson (on evenings) came to the rescue when Malc wasn’t too keen to be left on his own! Anyway fond memories of that very challenging time period with a great section.of people . Looking back with a smile on my face Malc. RIP

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  4. Never had the privilege of working with Malc when we were both coppers but in retirement I appreciated his friendship. Will remember him fondly as a creature of habit walking to the newsagents every morning for his newspaper. Always had time for a chat. Will miss him.

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  5. Fond memories of Malcolm taking rough necks like myself Ivor Pennington and Harry shepherd on our advance driving course

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  6. I had the pleasure of working with Malc at Canning Circus, both in uniform, and whist on the CID there. We live in the same village, my wife and I were regular visitors to the Black Lion, when it was a pub, spending many happy hours with him. When he married Jenny, he asked me to be his best man, an honour I was proud to do. Again we spent many happy hours with Malc and Jenny, accompanied them on holiday to South Africa, on one occasion. He was a true gent, who liked perfection, and didn’t suffer fools. Rest in peace our friend. Kindest regards to Jenny and family in your sad loss.
    Andree and Richard Poole

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  7. It’s with great sadness I learned of the passing of Malc Poole, my condolences to his wife and family.
    He was my Insp at Canning – where he was always a very professional leader. I also used to see him after his retirement at the Courts, where he worked as an usher – he was always friendly and ready for a chat about the old days at ‘The Circus’ and I concur with the comments made by Bob Lake and Dick Poole.The fond memories of those great times are all brought back and put a smile on our faces, and surely that’s a great legacy to leave………..RIP

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  8. Malcolm was instructor on my Panda course in 1969. Since then, he had a great impact on my career path. As a result, I have a good deal to be grateful to him for. He was a man for whom I had a great respect.

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  9. I first met Malcolm in 1969 and he had a great deal of influence on my career over the years. As a result, I have a great deal to be thankful for to him. He was a lovely bloke who I had a great deal of respect for.

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  10. I worked with Malcolm at Canning and when on my driving course.
    Also saw him regularly in Morrison’s Gamston with Wife
    RIP
    Bryce

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  11. Malcolm was instructor on my panda course in 1969 and from then he had much influence on my career path. As a result, I have a great deal to be grateful to him for. He was a lovely bloke except when he was losing at volleyball for who I had a great deal of respect .

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  12. Worked alongside Malcolm at Force Training Epperstone. A gentleman and a respected colleague. Sincere condolences to his family

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  13. Despite Malcolm downgrading me from Grade 1 to 2 l respected his decision and learnt a Big Lesson from it.
    Well known to me and Very Much Respected.
    Phil P

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  14. Remember Malc from advanced driving refreshers. Was a hard task master when examining but fair. Think we all sighed with relief after one officer spun the car on a bend and put him backwards into a ditch at high speed. He would always smile when we took the bends slow after that.
    RIP Malc.

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  15. RIP Malc. Worked with him as Constables at TD(N) and later at The Driving School, out of Epperstone when I was a Sgt and he my Inspector. As already said didn’t suffer fools gladly but always fair and a good colleague. I remember well our days out on Instructors Refreshers always to Scarborough so he could visit his mother!!!
    Great memories. Regards to the famil

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  17. I knew Malcolm when we were both stationed at Epperstone Training School. Malcolm actually did me for driving without due care. I don’t blame him, I was responsible.
    I liked him very much. RIP Malcolm

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  20. I had the pleasure of working with Mac at HE Training. Always the Gent Always professional and helpful. Another good man gone. Condolences to the family. RIP

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  22. First met Malcolm 63/64 when he joined the City Police from Birmingham and attachment to Rhodesia in the days when apartheid there was intense and frequently very violent. Never worked together but remained friends throughout our service. Occasionally during retirement at social functions in Radcliffe on Trent. He always remained the same, a very kind, friendly and thoughtful man, in and out of service. A fine brave police officer.
    Sympathy to your family Malcolm you will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace.

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  25. Remember his driving lessons very well and still subconciously give myself a’ running commentary’ whilst driving Taught driving to a very high standard and pleasant with it,RIP Malc and regards to his wife and family

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  27. I first met Malc in the mid sixties, classic traffic man of the era , ‘Pegged cap with slashed peak complete with riding boots and britches – bandbox smart . I have come across him many times since then . Always pleasant with time to chat . A gentleman . I could really get along with him. I have seen him several times since we both retired . Nothing changes .Still plenty of time for a chat and to re tell old stories. Sadly missed.
    Brian Morley

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  28. As a Police Cadet I met Malcom who was a City Police motorcyclist in the late 1960’s. A very sound and professional Policeman who inspired me throughout my own career. Always had a smile, smart in appearance and had the time of day for you. A credit to Nottinghamshire Police. Malcolm was my instructor on my Panda course on 1969 and later on my advanced driving refreshers. Taught me to drive to a very high standard. Condolences to his wife Jenny and family.
    RIP Malcolm.
    Paul Woodward

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  29. Worked with Malcolm at Canning Circus for a few years, fond memories, a gentleman and brilliant colleague. We had a great time running Canning Circus between us during the miners strike. Will be sadly missed.

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  30. Malcolm -warm, interesting lovely man. He was married to my cousin Jenny for some 30 years. They were very happy together and will be missed so much. RIP Malcolm, we will try to take care of Jenny for you. God Bless. Irene

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  31. Fond memories of working at Canning Circus in Uniform with Malc. I was a young Pc on his shift when he arrived and a few years later a Sergeant. He was a pleasure to work with, an honest straightforward man The section was made of young Pc,s who had great respect for him.
    Remember a shift day trip to France when Malc drove the mini bus. You could have made a film about it. Malc said never again following the drunken antics of his passengers.

    Very sad to hear of his passing. Thoughts with Jenny and family.
    Tony and Debra Webster.

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  32. Pete Pearson

    I worked with many Inspectors during my career, including Malc at Canning Circus in the 1980’s.
    He was “Top Draw” respecting the Job and caring for the guys under him.
    I have particularly fond memories of the France trip when he managed to get one of the Section into and out of France without a Passport! Then he drove the Merry Section safely home to Nottingham.

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