Former Members In Memoriam & Obituaries
These pages honour the memory of all known former members of the British South Africa Police, including those who passed away after the Force was disbanded in 1980 and those recorded in obituaries published in Outpost, the Journal of the BSA Police.
The listings are made available as a record for families, for former colleagues wishing to pay tribute, and for members of the public with an interest in history or genealogy. They serve both as a memorial and as a resource preserving the legacy of service.
Local Regimental Associations welcome notifications of the passing of former members, ensuring that their names are respectfully recorded.
If you wish to report a death or correct an entry, please use the forms provided below.
Recent Deaths
In Memoriam: Clive Slowe 8544
Slowe, Clive Charles ‘Hoku’ aged 73 (8544; Patrol Officer; served from 30-Dec-1970 to 29-Dec-1973; last stationed Harare, Salisbury South; member of the Transvaal Regimental Association) passed away 9 February 2026 at Johannesburg, Gauteng Province, South Africa
In Memoriam: John Howe 5259
Howe, John Wilfred, aged 88 (5259; Constable; served from 9-May-1954 to 8-May-1957; member of the United Kingdom Regimental Associations) passed away 17-Jan-2026 at Bridgend, Wales
In Memoriam: Jack Bond 4567
Bond, Jack Edwin, aged 94 (4567; Inspector; served from 6-Feb-1950 to 14-Dec-1964; member of the United Kingdom Regimental Association) passed away 21 January 2026 at Crowborough, Sussex, England