Bill Silvester

We gather together in thanksgiving for the life, love and friendship of

Bill Harvey Silvester

24/12/1936 - 15/04/2025

This service is to be held at the
Ballina Anglican Church
Cnr Burnett & Norton Streets - Ballina
on Thursday 15th May 2025 at 10.30am

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the Order of Service

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