Major Steve Beck and another Marine approach the family home of 2nd Lt. James Cathey, preparing to escort the Catheys to the airport to receive their son's body. Five days earlier, the shadows of Casualty Assistance Call Officers followed the same path, carrying the news no military family ever wants to hear. "I'll never forget Major Beck's profile." Said Bob Burns of the night he was notified of his son's death. The gold star flag in the window signifies the death of a loved one oversees.