It is with sadness that I report the death of Retired Assistant Chief Constable John CULLEY 85yrs who sadly passed away on the 8th June 2024 at his Granby home after a long illness.
John joined the Police service in October 1957 and retired in the Rank of Assistant Chief Constable in September 1992. He leaves his wife Gillian Patience and two sons, Robert and John Stephen.
Retired Assistant Chief Constable John Frederick CULLEY sadly passed away on the 8th June 2024.
His funeral arrangements are as follows:
A Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 26th June 2024 at 1.30pm at All Saints Church, Sutton Road, Granby, Notts NG13 9PX.
The family would welcome friends and former colleagues to attend and pay their respects should they wish to do so.
The undertakers are A.W LYMN
Our thoughts and condolences are extended to the family at this very sad time.
Bob THOMPSON (Assistant Secretary) Notts NARPO
Email: nottinghamshire2@narpo.org Tel: 07989139143
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I knew John from childhood when we lived in Arnold. I met him years later again in 1984 when we met during the miners strike.
He was always a true gentleman and very genuine.
A very sad loss. My condolences to his family.
John Thouless, North Devon.
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A very nice man indeed, a hard but fair taskmaster and a very good boss. His grit and determination and the love of his wife and family saw him through some very serious health challenges in the early 90s. He recovered well to resume work. RIP to John and sincere condolences to his family.
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I had great respect for John when I worked with him. He was always supportive and helpful. Whenever Sandra and I met John and Gillian in a social setting he was always very friendly and good company. He will be sadly missed and I send condolences to the Gillian and the family.
Bob Jackson
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A good friend and respected colleague. Got on well with everyone. Had some laughs when we were both Inspectors in the old control room at Epperstone Manor. A sad loss. My condolences to the family.
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John was ACC at a very challenging time of change for the Police Service and his approach to the issues of the time suited his strength of character and determination which were later required to fight his serious health problems.He was well respected by his staff and they were motivated to respond to his high standards by their regard for him. He leaves behind a legacy of memories to be shared by his friends and colleagues My sincere condolences to Gillian and family
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RIP Sir. I recall meeting you in 1987 when you confirmed my successful application to become a Police Officer. Your kind words and advice really helped and encouraged me. Best wishes to your family.
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I didn’t know John until I was posted to Headquarters in the late 70’s but only then at a distance. I really got to know him when he was Ass Chief Constable and I worked in Personnel. He had high standards and was firm but fair. The Force went through a difficult period in respect of “Equal Opportunities” and needed to undertake a “Cultural change.” John was very supportive and forward thinking. At that time he suffered a serious illness and the way he tackled and overcame it was an inspiration. Since his retirement my wife and I have kept in touch with Gill and John – particularly through his recent illness. Condolences from us both to Gill and family.
RIP
Norman Mees
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