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.

Dear uncle bill, we never got to officially meet, for you were already with God before I was even born. But I feel as though I knew you in a way.. your sister, "Kat" and your mom, "naggy" spoke so fond of you and so often telling me stories. I want to thank you for your service and your sacrifice... And only ask that you give both naggy and Kat a hug for me.. I pray that you all have found each other and are watching over mom and I. I love you, uncle bill....

Bill, we lost your younger sis Kathy recently. She and I were so close in high school and I remember the dates you and I had before your deployment. I, too will rest in peace at Blue Bonnet Hills. Rest in peace my friend.

Dear Cpl William Vaden, Thank you for your service as an Engine Equipment Operator. I researched you on your 75th birthday, happy birthday. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. It is the anniversary of 9/11. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it still needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Corporal William Kenneth Vaden Jr., Served with Support Company, 1st Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.