This note and memorable photo was received from Reg.#13498, retired S/Sgt. Thomas William Sefton Band.
Tom says: Dear Joe; 'My son, Reg.#28935, Cst. James Thomas Sefton Band died on September 8, 1974 in Vancouver, BC of cancer. He had been posted to Powell River BC.
James Band was born April 13, 1951 and he joined the Force in 1971. He was married with no children.
James' ashes were scattered over the grave of his grandfather, Reg.#6412, Arthur Sefton Band in Lethbridge, Alberta'.
Tom adds: 'In the photo taken in 1971, I am presenting my son, James Band with his official badge. The 'Depot' Div. Sergeant Major oversees the protocol'.
Yours truly,
Tom Band
S/Sgt., Retired
'Maintain Our Memories'
