The Retirees Association has been advised of the passing of
retired Senior Firefighter Milan HRA'DEL (4897)
on 31st October 2026.
Milan joined the NSWFB in 1973 and retired on 08/06/1993.
Milan's funeral will be held at
Manning's Funeral Home
81, Victoria Road ROZELLE
on Friday 20th November 2026
commencing at 11:30 hours.
The family have requested attendance by FRNSW at Milan's funeral and have agreed
to the posting of this notice on FRNSW and NSWFB Retirees Association websites.
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
Firefighter Patrick MORGAN (910402)
formerly of 219 Bega Fire Station.
Patrick was tragically killed on 2nd November 2026.
Patrick commenced service with Fire and Rescue NSW on 25th October 2024
and continued to serve with commitment and professionalism until his passing.
Funeral details to be advised.
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
Deputy Captain Desmond ANNABEL (301003),
formerly of 301 Glenbrook Fire Station.
Desmond sadly passed away on Tuesday, 27th October 2026.
Desmond joined the New South Wales Fire Brigades on 15th August 1969
and retired 1st March 1995 serving for 26 years.
A ‘Celebration of Life’ for Des will be held on Wednesday 4th November 2026 at 10:00hrs
at Lower Mountains Anglican Church, Glenbrook.
1 Wascoe Street, Glenbrook NSW 2773
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
retired Station Officer David George FISHER (7354)
formerly of 98 Cranebrook Fire Station.
David passed away on 27th October 2026.
David commenced with NSW Fire Brigades on 9th December 1994
and retired on 24th February 2020 serving for 26 years.
David served at various fire stations including 27 Parramatta, 86 Penrith,
78 Dunheved, 102 Regentville, 67 Northmead, and 32 Mount Druitt.
David is the father of Senior Firefighter Mark Fisher,
who is actively serving in Alexandria Communications Centre.
Funeral Details:
Wednesday 4th November 2026 commencing at 10:30hrs
Corpus Christi Catholic Parish Church
86-94 Andromeda Drive
Cranebrook NSW 2749
A 'Guard of Honour' will be formed after the completion of the service.
A private burial will be conducted following the service for family members.
Ceremonial dress uniform to be worn – Peak cap, tie and medals
(Galateas are to be worn).
It is with deep regret that I have been informed by Bonnie West of the sad passing of her husband,
Retired Senior Firefighter 4628 John WEST.
John passed away suddenly on Sunday 25th October 2026.
John joined the NSW Fire Brigades on 3rd October 1971, retiring on 12th December 2005
having served 34 years of dedicated service.
Details of John's Funeral Service will be supplied when available.
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
retired Station Officer Wayne NICHOLS
on 24th October 2026 after a long illness.
Whilst Wayne joined and retired from the NSWFB, he also served for a period with the ACTFB
returning to the NSWFB when responsibility for the ACTFB was transferred to Canberra.
Wayne served at various fire stations including 24 Manly, 36 Crows Nest, 50 Hornsby,
01 City of Sydney, 23 Drummoyne, 28 Marrickville, and 05 Newtown.
Funeral details will be made available when received.
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
retired Captain Robert HAWKINS AFSM (401006),
formerly of 401 Narromine Fire Station.
Robert passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 17th October 2026.
For over four decades, Robert served the Narromine community with exceptional dedication
and pride through his membership at 401 Narromine Fire Station.
As Captain for 25 years, he provided steadfast leadership and selfless service,
culminating in his retirement in 2009 after an extraordinary 40-year contribution.
For generations, the Hawkins family has been an integral part of 401 Narromine Fire Station,
exemplifying a proud tradition of service, commitment and community spirit.
Robert carried this legacy forward with great dedication.
Today, that proud family tradition continues through his grandson,
Captain Lucas Walsh who serves at 401 Narromine Fire Station.
In recognition of his outstanding service and dedication, Robert was awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal January 2010.
Funeral details as follows:
Tuesday, 10th November 2026 commencing at 10:30hrs
Graveside Service at Narromine Cemetery
Corner of Nellie Vale and Tomingley Roads
94 Tomingley Road
Narromine NSW 2821
A 'Guard of Honour' will be formed.
Ceremonial Dress Uniform: Peak cap, tie and medals
(Galateas to be worn)
The Retirees Association has been advised of the passing of
retired Station Officer Brian PETER (5080)
on 12th April 2026.
Brian joined the NSWFB on 20/09/1974 and retired on 22/09/2001 serving for 27 years.
Brian retired from the State Communication Centre on B Platoon.
The Commissioner regrets to advise the passing of
retired Station Officer Gordon H WHEATLEY (3778)
formerly of 65 Rydalmere Fire Station.
Gordon passed away on 30th September 2026.
Gordon commenced with NSW Fire Brigades on 7th April 1967
and retired on 10th January 2002, completing 35 years of
distinguished and dedicated service.
Gordon served at various fire stations across Sydney including
01 City of Sydney, 55 Guildford, 04 Darlinghurst, 18 Glebe, 57 Wentworthville,
32 Mt Druitt, 30 Lidcombe, and 67 the old Northmead Fire Station.
Between 1973 and 1975 Gordon served in Canberra Fire Brigades
at Forrest and Belconnen Fire Stations.
Gordon is the father of Inspector Cameron Wheatley,
who is currently serving with the Fire Safety Compliance Unit.
A ‘Celebration of Life’ for Gordon H WHEATLEY (3778) will be held on:
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Time 18:00hrs – 22:00hrs The Edinburgh Castle – 294 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000
Dusk Bar & Bistro (upstairs)
The Commissioner regrets to advise the recent passing of
retired Senior Firefighter Peter
JOHNSTON (3598 & 4608)
formerly of 040 Willoughby Fire Station.
Peter commenced with NSW Fire Brigades on 13th May 1966, resigned on 15th April 1970
before recommencing on 10th September 1971 at Lane Cove Fire Station.
Peter served a collective 14 years before retiring on 6th November 1981.
No funeral will be held.
