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 sun 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.

My mother Lynne talks of you so often and wishes so much you were still here. I hope you are resting in peace and though I never met you, thank you for serving and I will always love you through my mom's memories.

Specialist Four Daniel Thomas Abney Jr., Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.

Specialist Four Thomas Daniel Abney Jr., Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.

DEAR SPEC 4 ABNEY,

DURING THIS INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND, IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THOSE OF YOU WHO PAID THE ULTIMATE PRICE FOR THIS NATION.

THANK YOU!

REST IN PEACE.