THE WALL OF FACES

The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions and spends himself in a great worthy cause; who at the best, knows in the end triumph of high achievement and, at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while caring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold, timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat. Theodore Roosevelt

Never forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine

We were cousins growing up in south Florida. You were the oldest and we just like to hang. As your girl cousin we got to visit often with Uncle Bill, Kenny, and Chester.You were always so well mannered and thats because your mom brought you up in the church.I remember getting the horrible news about you, it was a rough couple of days .Watching the planes fly over in the sky , I will never forget, nor you. I know one day I will see you and hug you in love and thanksgiving .You gave the ultimate sacrifice and I thank you! Love Linda

Dear Sgt Billie Strickland, Thank you for your service as an Antitank Assaultman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is Memorial Day weekend , and we honor you. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Platoon 122. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on May 13, 1964.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi.