THE WALL OF FACES

We can tell Memorial Day is coming with the wreaths that hang on front doors, and the small red, white, and blue American flags that line the grass covered graves of the Veterans’ cemeteries all acrosse America. One of those graves is yours, and we honor your life and your memory on this Memorial day.

May we never forget your example and the true cost of our freedoms. You with those who love you paid that cost, and America will be forever indebted.

With respect, always.

Alan remember the good times you spent with Bill Bodeker and myself back in the 60's as you grew up in Rolla? I am old man now, a luxury denied you, but I think of you often. Most of us boys went into the service, right out of high school, and I can remember vividly the pride you had in your Marine Corps uniform. Now, you get to wear it forever, my friend. Your death was honorable, my friend and you will never be forgotten. I know you are with God I'll see you again in no time.

This year, as every year for many, my wife finishes the wreaths she makes for every Memorial Day and our American flag is raised in remembrance, as we observe this somber national holiday. You and our loved ones whose names also are inscribed on the Vietnam Memorial are in our hearts. My family and I will never forget the cost of our freedoms, and the men and women who have and continue to step forward to keep America safe.
With respect, always.
Curt Carter

Dear PFC Alan Prentice, Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

On the remembrance of your 70th birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Forever 18.

Semper Fi, Marine.