THE WALL OF FACES

A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam
And for a brief moment its glory
and beauty belong to our world
But then it flies again
And though we wish it could have stayed...
We feel lucky to have seen it.

Lance Corporal Gregory Eugene Hankins, Served with the Headquarters and Service Company, 3rd Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

We had some good times dr during the Pineville days.
RIP fellow Nam Vet.

Dear Lcpl Gregory Hankins,
Thank you for your service as an Antitank Assaultman. The war was years ago, but we all need 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.

Dear LCPL Gregory Eugene Hankins, 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