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 sunlight 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.

Dear SFC Leon Canfield,
Thank you for your service as a Metal Working Foreman. It is another autumn, and time has passed since this war. 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 SFC Leon Canfield, 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, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Leon was a member of the 701st Maintenance Batt. and is Honored Along with the 15 other's that made the ultimate sacrifice.If anyone is interested he is on our Honor Roll on the 701 web site. www.701mb.com

I did not know your name until last week, I was assigned to research you for a school project. However, I would like to thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for this great nation, in which I enjoy freedoms, thanks to people such as you. In this society, we have begun to take war veterans for granted. We must not allow this to happen, and must continue to honor our veterans, past and present. Thank you, sir.