THE WALL OF FACES

Dear LCPL Donnie Ray Conner, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Semper Fi, Marine.

"An God said who shall we send.I answered I am here,send me."

Isaiah 6:8

Ar dheis De go raibh a anam

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

Mary Frye – 1932

My Big Brother Died on Valentines Day. He was 19, I was 12. I will never forget. It's still a sad day. He joined his little brother in heaven that day. He left a Loving mother and 3 beautiful sisters that loved and appreciated him. He is never forgotten in our LIVES. Since 1973 Our Mother, His Mother has had a parade in his honor every fourth-of-July. His Picture is Brought out. And Flags go up. Children from all over the neighborhood decorate their bikes and wagons, strollers some kids wear rollerblades. They come as Uncle Sam, Marines, Nurses, Navy Guys, the statue of Liberty anything with the spirit. They line up and ride around the block and thru the fire station. This is all done in HONOR OF MY BIG BROTHER. Mom did it in Rohnert Park and now in Yuba City. It is a Great Tradition. To Remember My Big Brother Donnie Ray. Mom and Dad, when they bought their new home about 18 years ago the reason they bought it what really sold it was the big giant flag pole in the back. Donnie your flag is flown Proudly On all your Holidays and Half mast on Valentines Day. It may be 30 years since you left this earth. BUT I'm here to let everyone know, that you never left our hearts. You Donnie are here today and everyday with us. We Love You. Robin Lynn