THE WALL OF FACES

Dear PFC Joseph Machalica, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is Memorial Day weekend, but like none other. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Private First Class Joseph Paul Machalica, Served with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

One thing I can say about Joe is he was a genius. He was an inventor. He loved redesigning model cars. Joe and I, when we were teenagers always experimented with things. I learned a lot from him. He was fun to hang out with. He will always be missed

Dear PFC Joseph Paul MacHalica, 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, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Saint Adalbert Cemetery, Niles, IL.