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PETER J FILIPIAK

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POSTED ON 7.6.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your friend Mary is touching. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

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POSTED ON 9.25.2018

POSTED BY: Sel J. Wong

Face of a Hero

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Platoon 3327. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on November 28, 1966.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi.

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POSTED ON 9.5.2018

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Cpl Peter Filipiak,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Labor Day just passed, 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.

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POSTED ON 10.1.2017

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm proud of our Vietnam Veterans

Corporal Peter Jan Filipiak, Served with Company D, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

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POSTED ON 12.29.2014

POSTED BY: Mary

Remembering My Friend

Pete, you have never been forgotten. You were a wonderful friend and a true hero. I will never forget the grief when we got the news of your death. Rest in peace, my friend.

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