THE WALL OF FACES

Dear Cpl Thomas Palladino, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is Lent, and today is S. Pat’s. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

I lived next door to you on Munsell road in Bellport. You would play ball with me and, I loved you so much. I was 6 years old I think. I remember hugging you tight when you left for war. I didnt want you to go. I cried. You died and to this day I think.of you and how your life has kept me and my family safe. I love you Tommy

My husband Bill Boyd Phillips were friends growing up in NY. They lived on 34th. Today we visited the Wall in Las Vegas where healing began. Bill had always wondered what happened to Thomas. Now knowing he died after Bill's tour of duty has really lifted his pain. We shall see you in heaven and know we pray for your soul as we pray for the souls of our fallen heros. Thank you for your years of service. The wife of a sad soldier

You & my brother David were killed same place, same day...leaves me wondering if same time.

Dear CPL Thomas Arthur Palladino, 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