THE WALL OF FACES

Dear PFC Jeffrey David Schumacher, 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, Sir

Curt Carter

I only remember Jeff from my older sister, so 43 years later, he stands for a most genuine character. I even remember where he lived in Fairport because he stood out. Wish he had more time, so others could have been impacted.

My first friend when I moved to Fairport when I was 12. Taught me to swing like Tarzan in the woods. Best treehouse builder ever !

Photo from the Rochester Public Library

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.

Mary Frye – 1932