THE WALL OF FACES

After so much searching, I finally found you!
My grandmother fell in love with you when you visited Arizona. You kept in contact for some time before leaving to Vietnam right before Christmas. Whenever you left, you said you would get married upon your return. She didn't find out about your passing until months later due to her abusive mother. She thinks of you every single day and feels you have been reaching out to her lately.
I am currently serving as a Sergeant of Marines and I think of you fondly as I wear this uniform with pride. I hope that one day I am able to shake your hand in heaven. Rest in peace, Patrick.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. May you rest in eternal peace.

Private First Class Patrick Michael Ryan Bierlein, Served with Company A, 1st Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

As your 72nd birthday approaches, and as the 53rd anniversary of your death approaches, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine

Patrick, my mom Virginia Dedovitch (Drexler) knew you growing up. You are not forgotten, Fearless. God bless