THE WALL OF FACES

Staff Sergeant Vernon Walter Burgeson, Served with A Troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division.

Dear Ssgt Vernon Burgeson,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman (Instructor.) It is sad that you died near your birthday. sigh. It is important for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Dear SSGT Vernon Walter Burgeson, 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

Thank you Staff Sergeant Burgeson for your devotion, leadership, and courage.

Vernon is buried at Mountain View Memorial Park in Tacoma, WA.