THE WALL OF FACES

Billy,

I left you a letter at the wall. i will never forget you.
You told me that you would not make it back. I never thought that it could be possible...but you were right.
So much time has passed but my
heart still hurts. I have the rubbing of your name from the wall. I am looking for the picture you sent me so I can post it on this site. i will always love the beautiful young man that gave his life for his country.

Carole

William is buried at Holy Cross Cemetery, Danielson,CT.

I visited the wall once and walked right up to your name unkown to me that you served our country and made the supreme sacrifice. We both served at the same time, you as a Marine, I was Army Air Cav. I cried for you at the wall and still do old friend. You keep watch for me at the GATES Billy.

Although we never met personally, I want to thank you William F. Burdick, Jr., for your courageous and valiant service, faithful contribution, and your most holy sacrifice given to this great country of ours!

Your Spirit is alive--and strong, therefore Marine, you shall never be forgotten, nor has your death been in vain!

Again, thank you PFC W.F. Burdick, Jr., for a job well done!

REST IN ETERNAL PEACE MY MARINE FRIEND