THE WALL OF FACES

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.

As long as you are remembered you will never die....

Just read about your sacrifice is "The Magnificent Bastards." You died protecting your men.

"Greater love hath no man, than that man lay down his life for a friend."

Semper Fi, Sgt. Abshire.

Sergeant Richard Franklin Abshire, Served with Company G, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

Thank you for serving our country and laying down your life for others. You truly earned respect.

Your friends and classmates back home still think of you with love and respect.