THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country. And the sacrifices that you made across the sea.

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 sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

As long as you are remembered you will never die...

Corporal Joseph Robert Ajster, Served with Company D, 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace CPL. Ajster, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Joe lived 2 doors west of my childhood home. We went fishing and bike riding all over Peru together. Joe played the accordion and me the drums. He was my best friend.