THE WALL OF FACES

A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam
And for a brief moment its glory
and beauty belong to our world
But then it flies again
And though we wish it could have stayed...
We feel lucky to have seen it.

Dear PFC Richard Parker, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is Lent, the Annunciation and it’s spring. 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 Richard.

Thanks for your service cousin. I did not know your real name just "Dickey"...I am sure this is you. I Remember when you all would visit Grandma Parker (Lily) and we would argue who got to sit by you. Your Mom and Dad are gone now too; but they sure missed and loved you. Hopefully you all are together now along with many other family members. My mom (Fleeta) there with your Mom too. Love you ....Your cousin Nancy Graham Scott

Dear PFC Richard Anthony Parker, 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