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Markham Gartley

As one of the first POW's released and the returning face of many American POW's by appearing on the cover of Newsweek, Lt. Markham Gartley deserves addition to this list. After coming home he continued to serve the state of Maine as Secretary of State. I remember my friend appearing at my front door in California with the Newsweek Magazine with such excitement that the fellow on my POW bracelet had come home alive. It was a moment of hope for all the boys over in Southeast Asia that they too may come home alive.

Marie Parent

I am paying this tribute to my mother who served along with her biological brothers during World War II, she was born in Presque Isle. I possess a photo of her and her brothers in uniform.

Marcellini A. Cusano

A little over a year has passed since God called you home, but yet I still feel your presence as if you were right here with me. I remember growing up as a kid, the stories you would tell me about the places you had been and seen, and the stories you would tell me about your time in Europe. I didn't get the chance to say I love you before you left us, but if you could hear me now, please know how dearly you are missed. You were the one who came home, and laid the foundation for our family, and helped mold it into what we are today.

Major Joshua D. Sparling

Tribute to my brother and best friend, Major Joshua D. Sparling MD, in support of my brother, who has proudly served his country in the 10th Mountain Division with distinction, honor, and bravery, thank you for all you have done. We are all so proud of you, and thankful to God you are home safe. It is because of soldiers like you that we live in this free country, you have made the world a better, safer place. Thank you ? your loving brother

Major Cheryl Esty

So very proud of you Cher for all you did serving in the U.S. Air Force. We miss you so and will never forget you. Keeping you close to our hearts and honoring you to your children Jake and Lauren that will always love you as their mom.

Maj. Ronald Alley

"Major Alley served his country with distinction in the Army Field Arty. He was captured by the North Koreans and held for three years. He was the Ranking individual in the POW camp in North Korea. He was eventually released and hospitalized for two years."

Mabel E. (Utecht) Delcourt

My mom was a Navy Radio Operator, RM3C. She served at the USN Radio Activities, Fort Blakely, Washington, USN Radio Station, Skaggs Island, California, and the Radio Station in Boston, Massachusetts. She had a short career in the Navy, but she served with dignity and professionalism.

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