THE WALL OF FACES

Philip H Holmes, Jr. was my uncle. I salute you and many others like you who made the ultimate sacrifice so that our freedom is preserved. You live in our memories and are never forgotten.

Dear Major Phillip Hease Holmes Jr, 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

Your spirit is very much alive in the midst of our family, especially your three sons and four grandchildren. We still miss you after 45 years. You are loved.

If I should die, and leave you here awhile, be not like others, sore undone, who keep long vigils by the silent dust, and weep...for MY sake, turn again to life, and smile...Nerving thy heart, and trembling had to do something to comfort other heart than thine...Complete these dear, unfinished tasks of mine...and I, perchance, may therein comfort you.

Phillip, Although we never met, I just want you to know you are not forgotten. You gave the ultimate sacrifice, your life for what you believed in. Sleep well my friend, and thank you for protecting the freedoms we have today.