THE WALL OF FACES

Dear sir,
My name is Jake Foor, and I am doing a project that is part of the Gridley High School Posting Project. Thank you for doing what you did. It takes great courage and I greatly admire that. You have done a thing that not many people have the courage to do. I just wanted to say thanks and god bless.

It is said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for families, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die

Bob Ed. in '68 your graciousness to invite a Pfc into your home proved not only your standing as an Officer and a Gentleman, but taught a young Marine what being a Marine meant. You will always be honored in my life, and in the people I come in contact with. I look forward to serving with you again to guard the streets of heaven.

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you Robert Edward Lavender, for your courageous and valiant service, years of faithfully contributing, and most holy sacrifice, given to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore Sir, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!

Again, thank you Lieutenant Lavender, for a job well done!

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE MY MARINE FRIEND