THE WALL OF FACES

Some may think you are forgotten
Though on earth you are no more
But in our memory you are with us
As you always were before….

Dear PFC Gerald Hiukka, Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Today is Father's Day! Watch over the USA, it still needs your strength. Rest in peace with the angels.

Gary: We had some great times in High School in Albany. I remember you as a fun loving and stand-up guy. Always up for a challenge and a party or race if one was going on. When I returned from my stint in the service I expected to find you around town and pick-up where we left off. I came home and you did not, I continued and made a good life for myself, you did not get the chance. I can only thank you and tell you that I appreciate the sacrifice that you made which has made it possible for the rest of us to live in freedom. I visited the Wall today and found your name displayed there. We miss you brother!

Dear PFC Gerald Allen Hiukka, 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

Semper Fi, Marine.