THE WALL OF FACES

than that man lay down his life for a friend."

Never forgotten.

Jim Haas, historian, former teacher and current substitute teacher of North Ridgeville Schools, in North Ridgeville, Ohio, prepped our 8th grade students just prior to entry into and along the black granite facade of the revered Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, in Washington DC, on Thursday, May 12, 2022. He told of Maya Lin, of Athens, Ohio, and how her design of The Wall, was selected to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War.
He went on to tell the story of Airman 1st Class William H. Pitsenbarger, fellow Buckeye of Piqua, who had offered his life so that others may live. Mr. Haas helped us locate William H. Pitsensbarger’s name. We made a rubbing. By Memorial Day, 2022, we pledge to locate, and mail a sympathy card to members of “Bill’s” Gold Star Family. We plan to learn about his
Pitsenbarger’s young valorous life by viewing the film that Mr. Haas had recommended, The Last Full Measure. In addition, we will read articles and books, about his bravery, and hope to view his exhibit displayed at The National Air Force Museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, in Dayton. Perhaps, one day, we may present in person, an Honor and Remember Flag to Bill’s beloved family, and offer a prayer and our “Thank You,” at his gravesite in Covington, Ohio.
Barb Smith
retired teacher and chaperone
Friday, 5/13/2022

On the remembrance of your 77th birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

"Greater love hath no man, than that man lay down his life for a friend."

HOOAH

Dear SSgt William Pitsenbarger, Thank you for your service as an Aeromedical Specialist with Air Rescue. Thank you for the lives you saved, and for your MEDAL OF HONOR. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Memorial Day is next week when the nation remembers all our lost. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Thank you William for your commitment to your fellow man. You are the epitome of unselfishness. Your love for your fellow soldiers is unyielding. You died that others might live. I am so glad your parents lived to see you receive the Medal Of Honor that you so richly deserved. You are a True American Hero!