THE WALL OF FACES

We we’re young

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. While all deaths in Vietnam are tragic that you died just four days after your 22nd birthday is especially so. May you rest in eternal peace.

We took my dad to visit the wall. He served with you. He kept insisting he did not want to look up a name. However, we could tell he was searching for someone. With hesitation on his heart and a heaviness in his voice, he managed to say your name aloud. We quickly located your memorial.
I am hopeful my dad found some healing. He cried today.
Thank you both for your service!

Dear Sgt Juan Cortes-Castillo,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. It is so important for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Dear SGT Juan Cortes-Castillo, 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