THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. Rest in eternal peace.

My mom, Betty, was Bobby’s girlfriend. His death shook her entire world. As a child I remember the cedar box she had of all his letters, pictures and mementos. I wish Bobby knew he actually brought our family closer. We met one of his platoon mates, David Arocha, years ago and he has helped my mom piece together “Al’s” time in Vietnam. He has never been forgotten.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

Marine Corps Recruit Depot
Parris Island, SC
Second Battalion
Platoon 2046

Commenced Training:
26 July 1966
Completed Training:
15 September 1966

SGT W.L. Butterfield - Senior Drill Instructor
SGT C. Gault - Assistant Drill Instructor
SGT C.D. Kearns - Assistant Drill Instructor

Two other members of Platoon 2046 were also KIA in Viet Nam, as well as Assistant Drill Instructor, Clinton M. Gault Jr.

PFC Gary T. Marbutt - Summerville, GA
CPL Albert R. Sanford - Russellville, KY

Semper Fidelis, Marine!

The war may be forgotten but the warrior will always be remembered. All gave Some-Some gave All. Rest in peace Bobby.