THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. You died at 18 years of age. I am 73 and have lived a long and fulfilling life. It is tragic you never had that same opportunity. May you rest in eternal peace.

On the remembrance of your 70th birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Forever 18.

Semper Fi, Marine.

Dear PFC John Lestelle, Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Happy Spring! Today is Palm Sunday. The time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

I met and worked with John at a Gulf Gas Station in Reseda. We had some great times working together. I will never forget John's lively banter, he was really one of those people who you never forget. I have visited him on a couple of occasions at the National Cemetery in Westwood and remembered old times. It is said you are not really gone if you are remembered and I carry great memories. RIP my friend....

Private First Class John Andrew Lestelle II, Served with the 3rd Platoon, Company H, 2nd Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.