THE WALL OF FACES

I believe it was around 1969 about 43 years ago I received my MIA bracelet..the bracelet's was engraved with Lt. Gordon S. Perisho's name. I wore that bracelet and never took it off for years, I continue to remember his name and his service and sacrifice for our country. As I had opportunity for remembrance this Memorial Day it occurred to me that I could possibly find him somewhere listed at a memorial wall. When I searched for his name I found him here and his picture for the very first time. Lt. Gordon Perisho will continue to be remembered and honored in my heart as one who paid the ultimate sacrifice for sake of Freedom for me and for all. With grateful thanks I salute you. You were in my prayers for many years and your family will continue to remain there. I still have my bracelet tucked safely in my remembrance box.

You gave your life for your country and for this we Salute You.

Gordon has a military marker in his memory at Arlington National Cemetery.

If I should die, and leave you here awhile, be not like others, sore undone, who keep long vigils by the silent dust, and weep...for MY sake, turn again to life, and smile...Nerving thy heart, and trembling hand to do something to comfort other hearts than thine...Complete these dear, unfinished tasks of mine...and I, perchance, may therein comfort you.

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you Gordon Samuel Perisho, for your continued vigilant and faithful service, to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore, you shall never be forgotten!

Again, thank you LCDR Perisho, for a job well done!

MAYBE ONE DAY SOON.....UNTIL THEN....HEAVENLY PEACE MY FRIEND