THE WALL OF FACES

Al, Here's a great photo of your '59 Galaxy 500 4 door. It's has many memories for a few of us. There's your Mom sitting in the driver's seat dong one of the engine runs you asked her to do while you were gone. And, when Carole and I got married you stood up and volunteered to be our driver in the "Limo". To me, you were a friend, a mentor, and a leader. You were the true leader that the USAF expected from its NCOs. After all of these years your still missed by those whose lives you touched.

Uncle Al, I remember the day we received the phone call that your plane had been shot down. We were all looking forward to your coming home, since this was supposed to be your last tour of duty overseas....and we were looking forward to your impending wedding. Miss you. Niece, Carol

Moments like those in the photo of Harriet and you will forever be remembered. Though lost in the flesh, your love for family and friend remains with us.

Uncle Al, you were my favorite uncle, I couldn't wait to see you every time you come home on leave. Even after all these years I still don't believe you are gone.

Picture #2 is Alfons and Tom McMahon at Bolling AFB 8/1959