THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from Jo Johnson is touching. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

Airman First Class Ronald Edward Forster, Served with the 408th Munitions Maintenance Squadron, 8th Tactical Fighter Wing, 7th Air Force.

Dear A1C Ronald Forester,
Thank you for your service with the 408th MM Sq. It is now fall, and as the seasons pass, it is important to remember you all. It has been too long, and it's about time 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 strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Truth is there is no way he could have known I would have ever existed. I did go on a 4th grade field trip once and saw his name on the granite wall. That was my first memory of him. That was so long ago I am almost 26 years old now. All I know is my Dad, Ronnie talked to me about him growing up and how he loved him very much. He has a special place in my heart because my Dad is named after him and not only that, but he was very important to my Dad. I have always loved the fact that my Dad was named after his father. It makes me closer to him.

Ronnie, you were my best friend when I was 10 and you were 12. We had so many adventures for two summers. That was 56 years ago. The four leaf clover "just for luck" you gave to me and a lock of your hair and your obituary I have carried in my wallet for these many years speaks to our great and lasting friendship. This is what friends do, and I think of you and Alcesta and Harry often and wonder...