THE WALL OF FACES

Dear Cap. Russell Slough, Thank you for your service as a Field Artillery Unit Commander. The 53rd anniversary of the start of your tour is soon. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Winter will end soon, and Lent has begun. Time moves quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

I recently discovered through my ancestyy research that you are my 7th Cousin 1x removed. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

Russel-- we were fraternity brothers at WTSU in Canyon, Texas. You left for the military about the time I pledged. I remember the loss our fraternity felt upon learning of your fate. Thank you for your service and for representing our school and fraternity so well. I am forever grateful.

Dear Captain Russell Eugene Slough, 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

Russell is buried at Westlawn Memorial Park, Dimmitt,TX.