THE WALL OF FACES

Dear LCPL Lavall Durr, 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

In remembrance of Lavall Durr, a member of the Marine Corps who served our country during the Vietnam War. He was buried in Rosecrans National Cemetery, Lavall Durr passed away on April 12, 1966 from non-hostile casualties. He left behind a family and Rosie M. Durr, his wife, who he was married to for two years before he died. They had a son, Lavall Durr Jr. We honor what Lavall Durr did for our country. He will never be forgotten for his bravery.

It is said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for families, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. 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 sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die

Lavall is buried at Ft Rosecrans Nat Cem.