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WAYNE R KLOESE

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POSTED ON 5.27.2024

POSTED BY: Linda Gacsko

You'll never be forgotten.

Dear Wayne. I never knew about you until I met Steve. He told me about Cue Viet. I've been to Cue Viet with Steve many times to poor beer and say a prayer for you and Charlie, cuz thats what you do there. I got to meet your sister, and she is lovely and kind. She got to meet some of the guys you served with. The visit was a beautiful day hearing stories about you and paying tribute to you. I was so proud to be witnessing these men giving your sister the attention and love she needed to hear. Thank you Wayne for your service.

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POSTED ON 2.12.2023

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever….

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POSTED ON 4.21.2022

POSTED BY: Joe Richardson

I was there

I was just outside the bunker when that shell hit. It was an ugly night in Vietnam. Peace, brother. Semper Fi

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POSTED ON 1.5.2020

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Lcpl Wayne Kloese, Thank you for your service as an Assault Amphibious Vehicle Crewman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is the 12th 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.

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POSTED ON 9.2.2018

POSTED BY: Janice Current

An American Hero

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

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