THE WALL OF FACES

I just returned from a visit to Beartown State Park in West Virginia, a spectacular natural area on the GreenbrierPocahontas county lines. The land for the park was donated by Ronald Neal's mother in honor of her son. It is a lasting memorial to her son's legacy. There is a small plaque at the entrance to the boardwalk that winds through this beautiful natural area denoting Ronald Neal's sacrifice for his country.

Ronald is buried at Arlington Nat Cem.

As a fellow Radioman, I say "THANK YOU"

As a Veteran, I say "JOB WELL DONE, MATE"

As an American, "YOUR DEATH WAS NOT IN VAIN"

And as a Believer, "YOUR SPIRIT IS ALIVE--AND STRONG"

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you Ronald Keith Neal, for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribution, and most holy sacrifice, given to this great country of ours!

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FAIR WINDS, AND ETERNAL PEACE MY FRIEND

Ronnie Neal attended Florida Military School, DeLand FL, from 1960-1963. He graduated with the rank of Cadet Lieutenant. He was a platoon leader and the lead drummer in the school band. At the time he attended FMS, his family lived in Sebastian FL. Ronnie was a competitive swimmer and diver on the school swim team, wrote for the school newspaper, the "Lance", and was an honor student. He also played a mean guitar. A great all-around guy. We miss you, buddy.