THE WALL OF FACES

War drew us from our homeland
In the sunlit springtime of our youth.
Those who did not come back alive remain
in perpetual springtime -- forever young --
And a part of them is with us always.

I was a year older than Dale. I was a good friend with his older sister, Mary Lou when I went to Johnstown Grade School for 2 years in 1955-56. I remembered Dale Roy because of his sister who is my age. I remember hearing about Dale’s horrific accident & death & was saddened to know such a young man had passed away! My heart always went out to Mary Lou & the Koch family.

Dear PFC Dale Koch , Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. 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.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. You gave everything you had to give. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

Dear PFC Dale Roy Koch, 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, Sir

Curt Carter