THE WALL OF FACES

Dear SGT Russell Laverne Bishop, 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

I finally made it to the wall in D.C. to see your name I made it my mission to visit. I make copies for all of your grandchildren you never had the opportunity to meet. Your memory and life live on through all the family and loved ones that remain. Your son Dennis.

You were my friend Terri's father. I remember how sad I was for her when I found out you had died. She was a great girl in school and always a lot of fun. She was very pretty and she has your eyes. She really loved you a lot and missed you.

It is said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for families, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die

Russell is buried at Ft Rosecrans Nat Cem.