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 truly die....

You were one of the brave that answered the call. You honored us by your service and sacrifice. We now honor you each time we stand and sing the words “THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE”. Rest in Peace and Honor Dave.

DEAR SERGEANT 1ST CLASS ASHFORD,
I HOPE SOMEONE WILL PUT YOUR PHOTO HERE BECAUSE A WALL OF FACES NEEDS YOUR FACE.
THANK YOU FOR SERVICE AS AN ARMY GRUNT. I HATE THE TERM FRIENDLY FIRE. MY MOM PASSED ON YOUR ANNIVERSARY. IT WAS ALSO MY HUSBAND'S BIRTHDAY. REST IN PEACE. AND SAY HI TO ROSE AND MIKE.

Dear SFC Dave Edward Ashford, 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, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Dave is buried at The New Grace Hill Cemetery at Birmingham, AL.