THE WALL OF FACES

I very much appreciate the situational information recounted by Tom Runkle and offered by W Killian. I wish that I had seen this 10 years ago to thank them personally for giving us a reflection of that final mission. Our Uncle Bobby was quite a character. He was charismatic, fun-loving, full of life, always smiling, and had a strong, loud, laugh. I am sure that he was the life of the party in whatever gathering he attended. He was the "cool" uncle. His carefree and adventurous spirit were admired by his young nephews. I am sure our parents hoped that we would emulate the man and not his lifestyle ! Uncle Bobby started out in the Marines and then tried civilian life. Not finding himself there he joined the Army and became a Warrant Officer flying helicopters. He had finally found his true calling in life. I believe that he was on his third tour at the time of his crash. While on leave before that last deployment he made sure he stopped up to visit me. We visited and talked for a few hours. He knew that soon I would be graduating from High School and joining the Air Force. As a young man you do not soon forget that first heart-to-heart, man-to-man, talk with an adult you respect and admire. I will remember that day forever. Uncle Bobby told me that once out of the Army he and some Army buddies had plans to go to Australia to start a helicopter business. His life was finally settling down and he had firm visions of his future. His wild-days were going to be traded in for a tranquil and peaceful life. The best people leave us way too soon. He has always been my role model. Uncle Bobby and Uncle Billy are back together now and I am sure that Heaven will never be the same again ! We love and miss you both very much. Uncle Bobby, will make sure that the future generations of family remember your bravery, patriotism, sacrifice, and dedication to your country and to our family. Some of us followed in your footsteps. An impossible chore to fill your shoes. Rest in Peace and watch over all of us.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from Eilyne Lewis is touching. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever…..

Dear CWO Robert Daley,
Thank you for your service as an Attack Helicopter Pilot. Today is Palm Sunday. Easter is coming up. Happy Easter. 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 CWO Robert F Daley, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for the ultimate sacrifice that you 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. And please know that men and women like you have stepped forward to defend our country yet again, showing the same love for country and their fellow Americans that you did- you would be proud.

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

Curt Carter

CWO Robert F. Daley