THE WALL OF FACES

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

I did not know Donnie but no one wrote anything to him. I am sure he has not been forgotten, I appreciate the sacrifice each and every troop has ever made for all of us here in the United States. Thank you Donnie.

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you Donnie Ray Conner, for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribuiton, and your most holy sacrifice given to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore Marine, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!

Again, thank you LCPL Donnie Ray Conner, for a job well done!

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE MY MARINE FRIEND