THE WALL OF FACES

We were friends. I was wounded same night you were killed. Not 50 foot away. Always remember you. Terry Van Meter

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.

Private First Class Ronald Walter Zydel, Served with Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.

Dear PFC Ronald Walter Zydel, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, Sir

Curt Carter

Ronald is buried at Saint Adalberts Roman Catholic Cemetery, Cheektowaga, Erie County, NY. BSM-OLC PH