THE WALL OF FACES

PFC Melvin E. Newlin, USMC

From: http://hqinet001.hqmc.usmc.mil/HD/Historical/Whos_Who.htm

Semper Fidelis, Marine!

As a fellow Buckeye, and although we never met personally, I want to thank you Melvin Earl Newlin, for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribution, and most holy sacrifice, given to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!

Again, thank you M.E. Newlin, for an exceptional job well done!

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE MY MARINE FRIEND

In an act of heroism above and beyond the call of duty, this American gave his life so that others might live. We honor his memory and sacrifice by preserving the torch of liberty that has been passed to us.

Melvin and I got in and out of trouble mostly together,usually where you seen one you seen the other! We were always adventurous-either swinging over the mountain near Chief Logans head, or doing something totally whacky! I was the older one (June 18,1946 DOB)but not usually the wiser one! I wish I had known that he was in country as I would have arranged to see him somehow! He will grow no older,he will grow no dimmer in our hearts as we remember him,we lost a brave young man that showed no fear thru his short life! I will always remember my friend,my buddy, and most of all my hero! Rest in peace my friend and Nam brother and guide me to heaven when my time is up!