Friends and family members of Vietnam veteran Walter (Wally) Raymond Buckland paid their last respects at Craig's Hill Chapel on Tuesday.
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The funeral service began with his platoon commander in the Battle of Long Tan, Dave Sabban, carrying medals as Nancy Sinatra's These Boots Are Made For Walking was played.
In his eulogy, Wally's close friend, Howard Bye, said he had been an "easy bloke to like".
"He brought happiness and laughter to those around him," Mr Bye said.
"Those of us who knew Wally are immensely proud of him and his service in the battle.
"I would like to thank all those who attended Wally's last parade, in particularly those with whom he served and travelled long distances to be here."
Bidding farewell to his mate, he said, "To Wally, I say rest easy, old soldier.
"You have done your duty well and we are immensely proud of you.
"We are all fortunate to have you as a mate."
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"He loved his country. He lived a good life and he did it well," Mr McCaskie said.
Family friend Vicki Jenson remembered Wally as someone who lived an extraordinary life.
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"He and my dad were best of mates and went on many fishing trips together.
"Unfortunately, when dad passed away four years ago, life wasn't the same for Wally.
"Once he lost his best mate, a part of him died also.
"They had a special bond that could never be broken.
"We will always remember Wally."
Mr Buckland was believed to be Goulburn's last surviving veteran the Battle of Long Tan.
He had a 20-year-long Army service and undertook two tours of duty in Vietnam in 1966-67 and 1971.
He was born in Young, but grew up in Goulburn.
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He attended Goulburn North Public School and Goulburn High before working in various jobs in Australia and New Zealand.
He had dementia and was a resident at the Gill Waminda Nursing Home.
Ex-servicemen, friends, family members and Major Jim Molan's wife, Anne Molan, attended the funeral service.
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