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POSTED ON 4.7.2025

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Private First Class Gene Edward Chepely, Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 2.7.2022

POSTED BY: Frannie Chepely

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56 years ago tomorrow!! Time goes on and your name still runs off my tongue. Alot has changed during this time. But not the love in my heart for you and the promises made that I will ALWAYS keep you alive to the best of my abilty. Gods glory your name was added to the beautiful site in Pontoon Beach IL Randall D. Dalton Park a few years back. Mom was smiling I am certain !! My love forever.

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POSTED ON 12.16.2021

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from your sister Frances are moving. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us....

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POSTED ON 5.31.2021

POSTED BY: Frances D Chepely

Another year

Another year of you protecting us from the other side! I know you are always with us. With my entire being your name will remain alive.
I love you

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POSTED ON 11.12.2017

POSTED BY: Lucy Conte Micik

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Dear PFC Gene Chepely,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Yesterday was Veterans' Day. Thank you for your service. This is the month that we remember all those who have passed-on. We remember you. It is so 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 strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

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