One of the servicemen on the wall Is Charles Hilton Chapple known as Hilton.

This year Hilton will be joined on the wall by three members of the McColl family - Robert Henry McColl WW1, Ross Archibald McColl WW2 and John Maxwell McColl WW2.

The Greenethorpe Anzac service will be held at 7.30am.

The legacy of the late Charles Hilton Chapple lives on in the hearts of Grenfell residents, honouring his bravery and sacrifice in service of his country as a courageous soldier who served in World War II.

Born on March 23, 1922, Hilton attended Greenethorpe Primary School and Grenfell High School before answering the call of duty.

Leaving behind his beloved family farm, Hilton enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) on April 24, 1942.

He underwent rigorous training in navigation, gunnery, and photography before being assigned to No. 30 Beaufighter Squadron, affectionately known as Whispering Death.

Tragedy struck on November 25, 1942, during a mission over Rabual when his plane was hit by enemy fire and crashed into dense jungle terrain.

For over half a century, the wreckage remained hidden until a local airline pilot spotted it.

In a collaborative effort between the RAAF and the War Wreck Commission, a team was dispatched to the crash site where they discovered the skeletal remains of Hilton and his fellow airman, still strapped to their seats.

Their identities were confirmed through dog tags and dental records.

Years later, a touching gesture brought closure to Hilton's family.

A fellow veteran of No. 30 squadron, upon revisiting the crash site, retrieved Hilton's camera.

In a heartwarming exchange, the camera was sent to Hilton's family. The camera will be on display during Anzac Day.

Memories of his selflessness endure, as revealed in a letter from his friend Pat Sweeney.

Mr Sweeney, who shared a tent with Hilton, found his watch and expressed a desire to meet Hilton's parents after the war.

Sadly, communication ceased thereafter, leaving the promise unfulfilled.