THE WALL OF FACES

"The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions and spends himself in a great worthy cause; who at the best, knows in the end triumph of high achievement and, at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while caring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold, timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat." Theodore Roosevelt

Dear Sp4 William Martz, Thank you for your service as an Indirect Fire Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Independence Day is tomorrow. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

That night has lived with me for years. I was the only one with you that night. I always ask, why you, not me. I pray everyday that we will meet again in heaven. Until then, I will remember. Brothers Forever!

Dear SP4 William Henry Martz Jr, 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, Sir

Curt Carter

He loved us so.
Every day, in a hundred ways, he told us so.
In honesty, in affection, he told us so.
He loved us so.
Every day, in a hundred ways, he showed us so.
With loyalty and bravery, he showed us so.
He was our defender, and he kept us free!
He took an oath to guard us, and fought for liberty!
He loved us so, and we should know.
For we loved him so.
Specialist Martiz, your service to our country will be remembered---always! sacrifice was NOT in vain. America is still a free Nation and strong. Our flag still flies high over all the land. I honestly believe that Avonmore's own Jill Corey, whom I admire as one of my three top songbirds of all time, along with Julie Andrews and Dusty Springfield, would be proud of your service to our great country. You have given all that mortality can give. And you have lived up to the creed of DUTY! HONOR! and COUNTRY! Well done, Soldier. Be thou at peace.