THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. While all deaths in Vietnam are tragic that you died just four days after your 33rd birthday is especially so. May you rest in eternal peace.

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

My father, Ron Arbaugh, served with Eddie and trained with Eddie. Many years ago I was at the wall and as a gift I got name rubbings of several guys my father mentioned a lot when he talked about the war. Eddie was the first name I got from the wall and it's really powerful to come across this wall-of-faces to SEE this great man my father spoke of. My dad described Eddie as an intelligent and talented man who he admired greatly. Sounds like the world lost a great man back then. Thank you for your sacrifice Eddie. I pray your family continues to heal.

Jenny (Arbaugh) Korotko--Chicago, IL December 2020

Dear Lt Eddie Kitchen, Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is the 6th Day of Christmas, Merry Christmas and happy New Year in heaven. The time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

I'll never forget Eddie. Were it not for him, I would not have graduated from OCS. His gracious intervention challenged 'the way things are done' and added perspective to chaos. I have never forgotten and will not. God Bless Him-always.Thanks, Eddie.