THE WALL OF FACES

Mi nombre es: Josefina Oquendo Gutierrez, hermana de Ramon Oquendo Gutierrez. Envio a la Sra. Hanna Hoehn 2 fotos de mi hermano, agradiceria me enviaran la que no usan. Mi reconocimiento a la Sr. Hanna por su labor, y gracias por su interés. Siento que es muy justo ese reconocimiento ya que dio su vida. Siempre estará en mi corazón.

Translation:

My name is Josefina Oquendo Gutierrez, sister of Ramon Oquendo Gutierrez. I am sending two photographs of my brother to Mrs. Janna Hoehn (sic), and will appreciate their return when you are no longer using them. I appreciate the work of Mrs. Janna Hoehn, and thank you for your interest. I feel that this recognition is very fair, as he gave his life. He will always be in my heart.

Dear Sp4 Ramon Oquendo-Gutierrez, I hope your photo is put here because this wall of faces needs yours. Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Lent has begun. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

You were one of the brave that answered the call. You honored us by your service and sacrifice. We now honor you each time we stand and sing the words “THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE”. Rest in Peace and Honor Ramon.

Dear SP4 Ramon Oquendo-Gutierrez, 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

Ramon is buried at Municipal Cemetery in Jayuya, PR. PH