THE WALL OF FACES

I found my mother's bracelet for Capt. Robert DiTommaso
MIA 7-29-1966
also a letter & picture from his mother to mine
dated 11-14-1972
I have thought of him many times over the years.
I'll Never Forget !

I was about 7 years old when I received Captain Robert Di Tommaso’s MIA bracelet. It made an impact on my young life. Due to the internet, I’m now able to learn his story after all these years. I am grateful for his sacrifice.

Dear Robert, I long to bring you home, to put you to rest with your mother. I saved 10.00 to sponsor you/your bracelet after the war-in 1972. A young girl, fearful that my own brother would be drafted. You paid the ultimate price when your plane was shot down. Others on board were recovered and returned home… why not you? One day, we will meet in Heaven✨

My grandmother was from the Buffalo area as well. She wore his bracelet and prayed for his safe return each day. Since her passing, I have it in my possession and continue to keep his family in my thoughts.

Everyday since you left and I arrived- 29 July 1966. Once I learned of you and realized the day, my eyes witness all that you have missed. I hope every day that I honor you with my words and actions.