THE WALL OF FACES

Prior to going to the moving wall today, I looked up my MIA soldier whose bracelet I have had for almost 50 years, and was glad to see he has been found and returned home. My husband is a member of In Memory, class of 2019. RIP M/Sgt Marshall Ripini.

I’ve worn your bracelet since I got it and prayed nigh and day for your safe return I see that God embraced you in his stand took you safely home with him. Rest easy solider your job here on earth has been done with honor you are my hero.!

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. I am heartened you returned home after the passage of so many years though I wish it had been under very different circumstances. May you rest in eternal peace.

I am the Curator of the POW/MIA Bracelet Display in the Vietnam Hangar of the Palm Springs Air Museum in Palm Springs, California where we now have over two thousand bracelets and would be honored to include your bracelet in our Display. If you are an immediate family member (spouse, fiancé, sibling, son, daughter or grandchild) I can order one for the Display in your name.
Dr. Dave Thompson
Palm Springs Air Museum
POW/MIA Bracelet Display Curator
Lt. Commander U.S. Navy 1964-1970
10-103 Lakeview Dr. Rancho Mirage, Ca 92270
760-328-0859 [email protected]

Master Sgt. Marshall F. Kapina, you have become an honorary Uncle, a hero in our family. A part of my youth I will never forget, & amazingly came full circle upon finding your bracelet. We are grateful to you & all who have stood for this Country time & time again. You are home, you are loved, we are PROUD!
GOD BLESS OUR VETS, & current Service Members!