Assistance with Memorial Project

[Threeofclubs]

It is not my intent to use this forum for frivolous pursuits, but I have hit a wall of sorts and can find no local or online resources that can help me in a timely manner. Please forgive me if it is an imposition and circular file this thread if it is not appropriate.

My Mother recently had one of her brothers die somewhat unexpectedly. He was a Veteran of the US Marine Corps, Vietnam era, and his siblings had expected to have a military graveside service for him. Unfortunately, nobody looked into that beforehand and it didn't happen.

To try and address some of the guilt they feel I hit upon the idea to make a burial flag display case with a space for his rank insignia and replicas of his unit patches, awards & medals. The plan was to have it finished by Memorial Day, but life got in the way.

The hitch has been finding a place that sells the replica devices/patches/medals/awards etc. that has them in stock at a price that won't break the bank. I have found that most of it can be pieced together off eBay or memorabilia websites, but the shipping from multiple sources hurts the budget. A couple of places tried to help but had incomplete stock or could not promise when it would arrive here.

I am working off a paper copy of his partial service record and discharge papers. Any input is welcome. Feel free to PM me or email if it is not something to be discussed openly.

Enjoy the weekend and the holiday. With kind regards & great respect,

-Michael