THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. We should be forever thankful for the sacrifices of you and so many others to ensure the freedoms we so often take for granted.

To: Corporal Simpson, Alfred Franklin, & all of our Brother & Sister Marines who have served, are serving, or will serve to defend our God, Country, & Corp. I salute you & your families for your commitment, & sacrifice you have, are, or will have taken, especially those who have, or will have given the ultimate sacrifice, & died to defend our Rights, & Freedom.

I’m a Marine Veteran Sergeant, & just like my Fallen Brother Corporal Simpson, I served as a Marine Combat Engineer from 1980 -1987, during the Cold War Era. I’m currently a member of the Marine website: TogetherWeServed, & happen to come upon Corporal, Simpson Fallen webpage on our website. I was deeply moved not only by his pictures, & ultimate sacrifice, but the communality we shared as being Marine Brothers, having the same Military Occupational Specialty (M.O.S.), & being born in the same State of New York.

I have volunteered to take on the responsibility as Page Administrator for our Fallen Brother Corporal Simpson webpage. I’m reaching out to any family members, or friends who knew, or served with him in the Marine Corps, & might have stories, letters, or pictures they wouldn’t mind sharing. As Page Administrator I would be able to post, any accurate updated information onto his webpage as to be keep his memory alive, & to always honor our Fallen Veterans, & their Families for their service to Our Blessed Country.

Semper Fidelis
Marine Veteran
John Gerena
Email: [email protected]

Dear Cpl Alfred Simpson, Thank you for your service as a Combat Engineer. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Happy Presidents' Day. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Just found this sight, I have been to the wall and have a rubbing of your name! I was 13 years old when you sacrificed your life to keep this Great country free. You where always my hero as a child and now you are a National hero. I posted pictures of you and an unknown Marine, I have always wondered who this Marine is? If anyone knows please post it here and how to contact him. See ya on the other side one day. Your Nephew Chauncey Gatterdum

Al and I were best friends. We were stationed together and I was the best man at his and Gloria's wedding Also, when he was KIA I along with other Marines notified Gloria of Al being KIA while serving with the 7th EngBn. I have lost touch with Gloria over the years but I hope she is well and I think of her often. I still miss my friend.