THE WALL OF FACES

I never knew you, but I want you to know that your life's sacrifice was not in vain. Offering my respect and gratitude as I touch your name on the Vietnam Wall of Southwest Florida, in Punta Gorda, I now hope that you and your loved ones rest well.

Dear CWO Elmer Lauck, Thank you for your service as an Utility & Light Cargo Single Rotor Helicopter Pilot. Your 52nd anniversary just passed, sad. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. For many of us, we have begun Lent. 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 CWO Lauck for your skill and courage under fire.

Dear CWO Elmer Dale Lauck, 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.

With respect, Sir

Curt Carter

On March 11, 1968, this aircraft from the 189th Assault Helicopter Company in Pleiku suffered an engine failure while operating near Kontum. The aircraft autorotated downwind, striking the ground with forward speed. A post-crash fire destroyed the aircraft. The cause of the engine failure was unknown. One of the pilots, CW2 Elmer D. Lauck, and the crew chief, PFC William A. Andrews, suffered fatal injuries in the crash. The co-pilot and gunner survived their injuries. [Taken from vhpa.org]