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POSTED ON 2.21.2023

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Specialist Four Lawrence Robert Esser, Served with Battery B, 3rd Battalion, 34th Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 9th Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 2.21.2023

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Soldier.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace SP4. Esser, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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POSTED ON 6.22.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from fellow soldier Sal Palmieri are moving. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

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POSTED ON 5.21.2019

POSTED BY: Sal palmieri

50 years gone by

Memorial Day is here just want to say I still remember you all
The time i’ll Never forget that day I still see it like it just happened
I get chills knowing you made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Go easy bro I shall never forget you my brother. Sal

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POSTED ON 8.15.2018

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

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Dear Sp4 Lawrence Esser,
Thank you for your service as a Field Artillery Basic. It is important for us to remember all of you. 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.

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