THE WALL OF FACES

Rich and I went to Jr. and HS together.
Today I'll be going to a memorial service on the Battleship Massachusetts in which his name will be read and a single red rose will dropped into the water in his memory.
On a side note, I don't remember anyone in HS who could beat Rich in arm wrestling.
Semper fi ,
Ed Klek

Richard is buried at Notre Dame Cemetery, Fall River, Bristol County, MA. Grave 1770

Dear LCPL Richard Henry Almeida, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for the ultimate sacrifice that you 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. And please know that men and women like you have stepped forward to defend our country yet again, showing the same love for country and their fellow Americans that you did- you would be proud.

With respect, and the best salute that a civilian can muster for you.

Curt Carter

Richard graduated with the Durfee High School Class of 1965. He was one of the best liked guys in his neighborhood. LCpl Richard Henry Almeida was serving in the Marine Reserves prior to going on active duty. When he arrived in Vietnam, he was assigned to 1st Platoon, Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division. LCpl Almeida was killed by small arms fire during an NVA night attack against Echo Company, Hill 881N, Khe Sanh, Quang Tri Province, S Vietnam. He served his country in active duty for one year. He was 21 years old. Rest in peace with the warriors.