THE WALL OF FACES

SP5 Thomas M. Barr is buried in Shishmaref Lutheran Church Cemetery in Shishmaref, Nome, AK.

Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

HOOAH

Please excuse if this is a duplicate message. I was in contact with his family years ago. We were together that night and I escorted his body to graves registration. I would be happy to communicate with any questions I might be able to answer. It’s hard to believe it’s been 52 years. We met as strangers and served as brothers. Rest easy my friend, see you on the other side.

Wow, it’s been a long time since I communicated with the family. I was proud to serve with Thomas, and escorted his body to graves registration. Please feel free to write me and maybe I can answer some questions. I remember him standing in top of a bunker singing, out of tune, “We Gotta Get Out Of This Place. See you on the other side my brother.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.

I'm very proud and humbled by my Uncle's sacrifices. Although I wasn't able to meet him, my Mom, Mary Ann, tells me of his courage, strength, and humble spirit. I will carry his spirit and the memories passed along by his comrade in arms!! As a retired veteran myself, I'm proud to have served the greatest nation in this world in the United States Army. Thank you, Uncle Thomas, for your service, selfless sacrifice, and your love to keeping the United States of America the best country in the world!!! #InupiaqWarrior #USArmy #UncleThomasOurHero