Richard John Coombes (25 Sep 1951 - 6 Jul 2024)
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- Location
- St Mary's Church, Gissing Lower Street Gissing IP22 5UJ
- Date
- 27th Jul 2024
- Time
- 1.30pm
- Location
- The Crown Inn Gissing IP22 5UJ
- Date
- 27th Jul 2024
- Time
- 2pm
Richard John Coombes QGM
25 September 1951 - 6 July 2024.
In loving memory of Richard who sadly passed away on 6th July 2024, aged 72.
He was an extremely brave man who suffered life changing injuries as a Metropolitan Police Officer during the Broadwater Farm Riots in 1985.
For many he was a role model, a mentor, a federation rep and a friend.
Helping others around him was part of the fabric of his being & he touched so many peoples’ lives, both during his career and afterwards.
He was very much loved & will be deeply missed by his wife Pauline, his children Louise & Matt together with their families and all of their friends.
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I baby-sat when he was small. Good memories of a heroic life.
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In memory of a true gentleman.
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Sending lots of love, Maggie and Robin xx
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The word hero is used very casually these days, but Richard was a hero in the true sense of the word.
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I feel so honoured to be able to say I knew this man
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In memory of a true hero
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In memory of my hero - my wonderful Daddy & amazing Grandad. We miss you so very much. All our love Louise, Matt, Chloe, Seth & James xxxxx
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Lovely man, rest in peace now.
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I remember Dick and Pauline coming with Louise(4) and baby Matthew just after he was so cruelly injured. He sat on the lawn and sang and played his guitar for the children. Little did we know that he was destined to suffer for years.
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Remembering Dick with affection. My condolences to Pauline, Louise and Matt.
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Remember the terrible night.a young pc listening and awaiting deployment to the riot. Terrified and praying. Peace to Richard and family.
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In grateful recognition of Richard’s fellowship, friendship and support. We were honoured and privileged to know him. Rest in peace and rise in glory. Cynthia, Ros and Kirsty
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A mentor, a Colleague and a friend since my joining A relief in Feb 1977. A brave policeman and dedicated family man. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to Pauline and all his family.
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Rest in Peace , your duty done.
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One of the best.
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I have no words - they’ve all been said.
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I’m proud to have served at Hornsey with Dick and, of course, his Colleagues on Serial 502. Dick was a very good Police Officer and an excellent Man!
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A brave man, a loving family man and a highly respected police officer.
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In loving memory of the kindest and most wonderful gentleman, that Neville and I were proud to have as a friend. Xxx
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