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RALPH MARTIN

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POSTED ON 4.11.2024

POSTED BY: Britney Criswell Moore

Remembering a soldier I never knew

Seeing my cousins name on the wall was so important to me! I have heard many stories and know he was special to so many! Thank you for your sacrifice…you will never be forgotten!

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POSTED ON 7.21.2023

POSTED BY: john fabris

honoring you.....

Say not in grief he is no more, but live in thankfulness that he was.

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POSTED ON 1.12.2021

POSTED BY: Jerry Sandwisch Wood Cty. Ohio Nam Vet 1969-70 Army 173rd Abn Bde

You are not forgotten

The war may be forgotten but the warrior will always be remembered. All gave Some-Some gave All. Rest in peace Sky Soldier.

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POSTED ON 6.28.2020

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Cpl Ralph Martin, Thank you for your service as an Airborne Qualified Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Independence Day is this weekend, but an usual one. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

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POSTED ON 4.18.2019

POSTED BY: Lori Smith Calicott Artrip

Not forgotten

I remember as a young girl the last time I saw Ralph alive. We had a church pot luck at Retta Baptist Church. Today is your moms 96th birthday and I couldn't help but remember you.

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