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VITALIO VELA JR

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HONORED ON PANEL 39E, LINE 41 OF THE WALL

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POSTED ON 4.5.2024

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you.....

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. While all deaths in Vietnam are tragic that you died just one day after your 24th birthday is especially so. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 10.15.2023

POSTED BY: Luis Cirilo

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My best friend and Comrade
In Vietnam.
We used to talk about Our cotton picking days and Cotton ball pear fights, Our
Hometown Football games in Alice Stadium and girlfriends.
Our constant Ambush Patrols
In the Jungles. I still shed tears for my buddy.
Rest in Peace my Brother
You have your Men who went with you in heaven.

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POSTED ON 9.27.2022

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Sgt Vitalio Vela, Thank you for your service as an Armor Reconnaissance Specialist. I hate that you passed the day after your birthday. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart . Autumn has begun. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it still needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

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POSTED ON 9.20.2022

POSTED BY: Olivia Villarreal

My dad

My name is Olivia Villarreal
I never met my dad.
I have heard so much on him.
He gave his life.
What a strong man.
I was adopted at 4 yrs
I wish I known him.
Till we met
Keep me safe

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POSTED ON 2.12.2022

POSTED BY: Donna Moore

Happy Heavenly Birthday

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

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