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 sun 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

I appreciate your sacrifice and I thank your son, my best friend, on Memorial Day every year for what you gave to our great nation. I wish I could could have known you Mr Ballard, your boy is fine example of what a man should be.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

Infantry Warriors 11B10
Still Remembered even after 50 years

Corporal Edward Harding Ballard, Served with Company C, 3rd Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.