Colin James Silvester has passed away peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Beloved husband of Jeanette, father and mentor to Dione and Cameron, wonderful grandfather to Julia, Philippa, May and Louis.

A lifetime supporter of the Collingwood Football Club, avid golfer and joke teller. Colin is remembered by family and friends as the 'life of the party'.

Private funeral and cremation in Hervey Bay. Donations to 'Shake It Up' for Parkinson's disease research in lieu of flowers appreciated.