THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your sister Patty is moving and reflects the anguish experienced by so many families that lost loved ones in this war. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever….

Sergeant Denton Joseph Hasdorff, Served with the 6250th Support Squadron, 6250th Combat Support Group, 13th Air Force.

Dear Sgt Denton Hasdorff,
Thank you for your service with the 6250 Support Squadron. It is Holy Week. 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.

Tan Son Nhut Air Base was a Republic of Vietnam Air Force (RVNAF) facility. It was located near the city of Saigon in southern Vietnam. The United States used it as a major base during the Vietnam War, stationing Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine units there. Before dawn on June 12, 1968, the Viet Cong fired ten 122mm rockets at the base, destroying two USAF aircraft and killing one airman, A1C Denton J. Hasdorff. A second American was wounded. Hasdorff died at the U.S. Army hospital at Long Binh while being treated for fragmentation wounds. He was posthumously promoted to Sergeant. [Taken from coffeltdatabase.org, wikipedia.org, and “Tan Son Nhut Air Base New Target in Continued Cong Rocket Attack.” The Times Reporter (Dover OH), June 12, 1968]

Joe, we miss you. We always have! Now we know you're with Mom and Dad! Mom & Dad never got over losing you, none of us did, we find comfort now knowing that you are with them and with Paul, Susie and Dominic. Rest In Peace! Will see you on the other side some day - but will need your prayers to make sure I get there??! Love, Patty