Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Special Constable Patricia Fraser was not only the longest serving member of the Wingham Police Service but the only officer to receive a 40 year service award presented by the Women in Law Enforcement organization. She started as a secretary/receptionist in 1977 but her dedication and abilities soon led to her being sworn in as a Special Constable.
She wore her uniform proudly every day and not only looked after all administration duties, but was responsible for processing all Provincial Offences tickets, typing all criminal code informations and search warrants. She was a bylaw enforcement officer, court officer, was called in to guard prisoners, search females and was the first person you met upon entering the office.
Pat was the one constant with the Wingham Police working with (and training) three Police Chiefs and dozens of officers over her 40 plus years.
She was a strong advocate for the Wingham Police Service and small forces in general and became an inspiration for many females entering policing.
Pat was the go to person in the District in regards to administration and office management and it was common knowledge that if you didn’t know you just asked Pat.
It was my privilege to work with Pat for 10 plus years and my thoughts are with her family at this time and want to thank them for her service and sharing her not only with the Town of Wingham but with the Province.
I salute you Special Constable Fraser for a job well done and a career well served.
Jim Dore
Retired Chief of Police
