The family of MSgt Kimbley “Dale” Giles, 66, USMC(Ret), has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to attend the military honors of their loved one as he makes his final journey. It will be our honor to do so.
Dale enlisted in the US Marine Corps on 30 September 1975 and reported to active duty on 23 June 1976. He was assigned to a multitude of duty stations and commands in California, North Carolina, Panama, Georgia, Virginia, Japan, and Korea. His job specialties included Motor Vehicle Operator, Motor Transport Operations Chief, Drill Instructor, and Hazardous Waste Specialist. He attained the rank of Master Sergeant (E8) in 1991, and retired from the USMC 31 January, 2000. His awards included the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Certificate of Commendation, the Navy Unit Commendation, and Good Conduct Medal.
After Dale’s military service, he worked for the VA, and retired in 2021. His hobbies included basketball, barbecuing, and he loved to sing.
Dale is survived by his wife Arnella, sons Chip and Nicholas, daughters Danielle Armstrong and Alexis Giles, grandchildren Nevaeh, Joseph, Jacob, and Wyatt Armstrong.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero. For those interested, and all PGR members are welcome, we will be accompanying the Hero and his family from the chapel to the cemetery, approx 24 miles. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery, we will meet you there.
Weather is forecasted to be hot, so please stay hydrated and don't forget to eat. It can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat.
Timetable for Wednesday, 14 August 20241030 - Stage at the Salvation Arm Chapel, 1301 Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA 92026
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7gcapk9G4ZjaF9AU91045 - Mission Briefing
1100 - Flagline as Hero is moved to coach
1115 - KSU to Miramar National Cemetery, 5785 Nobel Dr., San Diego, CA 92122
https://maps.app.goo.gl/hsL1dhirpkFwLvsp71315 - KSU to assigned Shelter for flagline, service, and military honors
Steve “Taz” George
SoCal PGR Ride Captainsghdbeast@gmail.com
714-931-3950
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All PGR members are welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
Please remember that our mission is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for our Heroes. No talking, smoking, or cell phone use during the flag line or service. Please keep radios off and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed limit. Remember, cemeteries are hallowed ground. Show respect to all who are there, not just the ones we are honoring.
