THE WALL OF FACES

It is said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for families, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. 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 hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die

Ed, you were my hero in 8th grade. You did and said what many of us were afraid to, yet you always showed respect, albeit sometimes a bit irreverently. I remember always smiling when in your presence. Thank you for those memories and for your service to our country. You're thought about and missed. See you later, I hope.

Ed you tried to be soooo cool in junior high. You wern't about to let the penguins make you crawl. I hope you snuck past the pearly gates.