Memories of our son Frank Ruiz Jr

Frankie,
We went to Camp Geiger this past weekend. If you only knew how many people loved and respected you. The memorial was so moving. Andrew Beard wept through the entire service. He sang through tears along from the ranks when Rich sang The Minstrel Boy....
Later, after the service, he cried so hard on Robins shoulder, he snotted up her shawl...It was so sad and cute at the same time. He really loved you, as did so many....
I was told later that there was not a dry eye in the ranks. The Chaplain spoke, and a few men spoke.....beautiful words. Your Dad spoke eloquently, and your Jackie Boy came up behind him and stood there a little to his left during his speech. Your Pops didnt know he was there. Then he walked back to us behind Pops. It was like you were there, through Jackie.
They dubbed the trenched "Fort Ruiz", and presented us with a sign, which I will post. Your trench digs were left empty in honor of you.
So many people loved/love you Frankie. You were a mentor to so many up and coming kids, older newbies, and just anyone who needed help.....Your little bits of encouragement during all those years, a pat on the back, a smile, and an "ATTABOY" were all mentioned over and over by people who came by to see us during the weekend. Your tireless work to help the UV become realized was a topic that was repeated again and again. There were funny stories about your antics, and shenanigans! It all made me proud of and amazed at you! I always told you how proud you made us, but THIS! This was over the top, and we can only say how this just confirmed what we ALREADY KNEW you were made of.....Huzzah, my son...Huzzah!
I love you to the Moon and Back.
Mama