THE WALL OF FACES

Richard is buried at St John's cemetery in Stratford, Conn.

We were kids together and lived a few houses apart. I remember him to be a real nice guy from a family who cared. He died just before I left for Viet Nam. I'm sorry Rich.

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you Richard Edward Urban, for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribution, and your most holy sacrifice given to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore Marine, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!

Again, thank you LCPL R.E. Urban, for a job well done!

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE MY MARINE FRIEND

Richard,a day doesn't go by that I don't think of you as I put on my bracelet. We served together in Viet Nam and when duty called you responded. I remember clearly that fateful evening in July when word came through you gave your life for all of us. I was asked to identify your body and did so. For years I thought of you, unable to recall your name. Fate dealt me a precious hand when the "Travelling Wall" arrived at Holy Cross College and I was able to put a name to your face. I sit here writing this with tears in my eyes and a sense of pride for having served with you. Your friend and brother-Greg.

I played high school basketball with Rich at Stratford High School in Connecticut, graduating together in 1966. He was a nice kid! I remember hearing of his death in Viet Nam and just not being able to understand Why!
My thoughts and prayers have always been with him.
Sincerely, Bill Penders