THE WALL OF FACES

Remember to save for them a place inside of you, and save one backward glance when you are leaving, for the places they can no longer go...

Craig and I were assigned to the 25th Infantry Division, Alpha Company, about a month apart. We became very close and although it was never said everyone considered us best of friends. I have a small memorial for Craig in my office and still think about him from time to time. If anyone would like me to share the details of the day Craig lost his life please contact me.

Dear Cpl Craig Rathbun, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Independence Day just passed. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Corporal Craig Rathbun, Served with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.

I am grateful for the earlier post on where he was laid to rest, I would never have found it. I was out there earlier today paying my respects and will be in the DC area soon and will do the same at the Wall.

My thoughts are with Craig's family on this 45th anniversary of his passing and with all the families of the many thousands of others who lost their lives in this terrible conflict.

Respectfully....