THE WALL OF FACES

Thomas is buried at Resurrection Cemetery in Coraopolis, PA. PH

I served with Tom at Maringe Barracks, Cecil Field, Fla. I was discharged in July and Tom deployed and was KIA in Sept. He was and outstanding Marine and friend.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Semper Fi

It's said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for family, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers.
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 sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush of
quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.

CPL Shanks was my first fire team leader in Vietnam. I remember him as a courageous marine who died in a firefight during Operation Swift. I will never forget his bravery and leadership. Semper Fi, Sgt Joe Klinger, USMC I 3/5 and CDR, USNR.