Dear Members,
I have just received the following sad news regarding the passing of Billy Collins, one of our First and Second Tour Vietnam Veterans, deepest condolences to his family and friends,. May you Rest In Peace, thank you for your service .
Andrew Clinkaberry
Secretary
1 RAR Association
Sadly I report the passing of 29500 William (Billy) John Collins yesterday in Melbourne.
He survived both tours of Vietnam with 1RAR to finally succumb to lung cancer.
Billy was our 2 Section commander on his 2nd tour with 1 Pl A Coy.
Billy will be farewelled at Denliquin RSL Tuesday 18 June at 11:00
RIP Billy.
Regards,
Mick Bayley