War Casualties

Congratulations on a moving and emotionally stirring article (“Grieving Begins for Marines Killed in Gulf,” Feb. 1). You have brought pride and purpose to this most personal tragedy. I grieve for these Marines and their families. We all fear that some of our friends will not return from Saudi Arabia. However, each of them are heroes who love their country. Thank you for bringing me the words and the love expressed by Mrs. Carol Bentzlin, wife of Marine Cpl. Stephen E. Bentzlin.

BILL PEREZ, San Diego