THE WALL OF FACES

Just to say I remember when we were kids on Mary St. in the ROX. We were in country at the same time but never together.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your classmate Susan Dudak is touching and reflects her admiration and respect for you. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever….

Bobby sat behind me in our homeroom in highschool. He was always tapping me on the back and telling me funny jokes. He always had a beautiful smile on his face. Just loved him; they didn't come nicer than Bobby. My heart broke when I heard he was killed in Viet Nam. I still get tears when I think of him and the short life that was given to him. God bless you, Bobby. I look forward to the day when I see you again. You were a blessing to go to school with and I will never forget you.

I was with Bobby the day he was killed. At the beginning of the assault on Hill 881 South, Bobby led the way. He suffered a grievous injury for his effort. I was the first to get out to him. He was in an exposed position and we couldn't stand to get purchase and drag him out. But it was not for want of trying. Staff Sergeant Karol Bauer gave his life trying on our second try to rescue Bobby. Tomorrow is Memorial Day, but for me, every day is Memorial Day and every day I remember my friend, Lance Corporal Robert Kotik.

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.