THE WALL OF FACES

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

As long as you are remembered you will never die...

On the remembrance of your 70th birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

HOOAH

I happened to buy an obscure record album by a band called Coldwater Army. It's a pretty obscure set, but carries a dedication to their friend - "Dedicated to David M. Allen - Killed in Vietnam, October 10, 1970."

Just thought someone might like to know.

The next time I visit the wall, I will pay my respects to this American hero.

DEAR WARRANT OFFICER ALLEN,
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AS A UTILITY./OBSERVATION HELICOPTER PILOT.
REST IN PEACE.

Warrant Officer David Martin Allen, Served with A Troop, 2nd Squadron, 17th Calvary Regiment, 101st Airborne Division.