THE WALL OF FACES

I did not know Lt. Harris. I was assigned to the funeral detail that provided military honors at his burial. The services in the church were absolutely heart wrenching. I still remember the music. The mass of people that showed up to pay their last respects said a lot about this young hero and the impact he made on their lives. I have thought very frequently about that trip to Bluffton 53 years ago. The mourning over this warrior is still fresh in my mind... it does not go away.
The people in attendance said a lot about Lt. Harris' character and friendships.
Although I never knew him, I will never forget him.
LtCol (then A1c) Gary D. Moll

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.

First Lieutenant James Craig Harris, Served with the 8th Special Operations Squadron, 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, 7th Air Force.

We are at an A-37 Association reunion in Wichita KS and I will mention you during remembrances tomorrow night at dinner. I mourn you still, brother. Welcome home.

Dear Lt James Harris,
Thank you for your service as a Tactical Aircraft Pilot. It is Lent, which is a time of preparation. 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.