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 sunlight 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.

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

Staff Sergeant Earl William Fernandez Jr., Served with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

Dear SSgt Earl Fernandez,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman with the 1st Cavalry. Your 49th anniversary is next week, sad. It is Labor Day weekend, and we remember you 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.

I lived in Westminster since 1950, moved in 1973. Buddy Kitzmiller was a great friend who also died in Vietnam. I will honor you on Vietnam Vet Memorial Day this year. So many of our dear friends died in Vietnam. God Bless your Family also.