THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. We should be forever thankful for the sacrifices of you and so many others to ensure the freedoms we so often take for granted.

Dear Cpl John Murphy, Thank you for your service as a Medical Corpsman. Thank you for the lives you saved. I researched you on the 53rd anniversary of the start of your tour, which was your 78th birthday, happy birthday.. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is the 6th Day of Christmas, Merry Christmas. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Corporal John William Murphy III, Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

Dear CPL John William Murphy III, 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

Just today we visited the grave where you rest with your mom and dad. We looked through the box your mom kept of your time in military. I saw the last pictures of you and touched your Bronze Star and Purple Heart. I wish I had gotten the chance to know you, but I am very proud that you died for something you believed in. Thank you Uncle Jack, we love you very much.