THE WALL OF FACES

A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam
And for a brief moment its glory
and beauty belong to our world
But then it flies again
And though we wish it could have stayed...
We feel lucky to have seen it.

Specialist Five Lyle Eugene Drown, Served with the 140th Maintenance Company, 185th Maintenance Battalion, 29th General Support Group, United States Army Support Command (Saigon), 1st Logistical Command, United States Army Vietnam.

I didn't know you, but have known your loving sister for whom your death remains a deep sorrow even as it brings out her love for you. My heart hurts for the emptiness your death left, but I thank you for doing it all, and, for giving your all.

Dear Sp5 Lyle Drown,
Thank you for your service as a Small Arms/Artillery Repairer. Independence Day is approaching, and we remember your sacrifice. We remember all you who gave their all. It has been too long, and it's about time 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 SP5 Lyle Eugene Drown, 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, Sir

Curt Carter