THE WALL OF FACES

Great sadness fills our hearts today
As pipes and drums, in slow march play.
A comrade’s fallen by the way,
And now we say goodbye.

This hero to the very end
Was more than just a casual friend,
Who would a stranger’s life defend,
And now we say goodbye

But we shall cherish, all our days,
The character this life portrayed
With sacrifice so freely made,
And now we say goodbye.

The hand salute, o’er Stars and Stripes,
And distant skirl of highland pipes,
Bid last farewell with hero’s rights,
And now we say goodbye.

While here on Earth, you gave your best.
Now in the Master’s arms you rest.
T’is by your memory we are blessed.
And now we say goodbye.

Dear Sp4 Fred Secrist, Thank you for your service as a Flight Qualified UH-1 Helicopter Repairer. Your 54th anniversary just passed, sad. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Happy New Year. Time moves quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Fred, You are remembered.

I may not know you and you may not know me. But I want you to know, thank you for everything that you have done for this country. It must have been hard for you and your loved ones. Thank you for all your sacrifices it has done great for many.

On October 22, 2016; I went on the Purple Heart Honor Flight out of Columbus, Ohio. I visited the Vietnam Wall, placed a small American Flag at the base of your panel; along with WO Phipps, WO Ramos and Newton with my name. Also placed one on Louis Bradley and Consavage.
Fred I will never forget you or the others; Rest In Peace.