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Leroy Charles Howe
Corporal
F CO, 2ND BN, 9TH MARINES, 3RD MARDIV, III MAF United States Marine Corps Holland Patent, New York March 22, 1948 to May 13, 1967 LEROY C HOWE is on the Wall at Panel 19E, Line 107 |
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Corporal Leroy Charles Howe, nicknamed "HOWIE", will always be in my mind and in my heart. My friend, it has been 35 years since that day you paid the ultimate price. It will always be printed in my mind as I ran up only to see you fall protecting your Gunner. I finally got in touch with your brother Paul. He still had the letter I wrote your Mom after your death. He also told me your Mother has joined you at rest and peace. I told him how we shared our 19th birthday together. Every time I celebrate my birthday I remember us on that bunker enjoying that jar of peanut butter. Rest well, my friend, may we meet again. Semper Fi
Lloyd ( Joe ) Moore |
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Though I was born the year after your untimely death, I remember your face well from the photos and articles my parents kept. I am truly sorry to never have known you personally, but you will always hold a big place in my heart. Your courage lives strong in me and helps carry me through difficult times. Your photo on my wall gives me constant strength and lifts me up when I am down. Somehow, I feel you with me.
From his niece, |
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My wife was talking to our cousin Paulie in New York today (Mother's Day) and Paulie realized that today was also your death day. Remembering you and your service to our county. Forever in our hearts.
From his cousins, |
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I happened to find your fine memorial while remembering you as a very good childhood friend. You sat in front of me in school and always had a pencil for me whenever I needed one (often). I missed you after you left home to enter the service and was deeply saddened when I heard of your brave sacrifice. I still think of you often and go to the wall to physically touch your name. Thank you and the millions like you for the freedoms I have today.
From a high school friend, |
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