My Grandpa Giles came from very little and became a huge success in life. He was insanely confident and didn't shy away from telling you about his accomplishments. He was a gold glove boxer, he played football at the University of Texas, he was a marine, he was very successful in business, he was an excellent fisherman and hunter, he was a great provider, Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa.
Left to right- Alan, Don and Dale Giles (they didn't catch and release in these days..)
Left to right- Alan, Don and Dale Giles (they didn't catch and release in these days..)
He pushed hard for all of his kids/grand kids to go to college. He would drill it into our heads from a young age how important college was and growing up I always knew I would go to college because that is what Grandpa preached and expected.
Grandpa and Gay Gay hanging out with Rocco.
Grandpa with a huge Salmon
He once caught a 48 lbs. steel head trout. He would have had the world record but he cut it in half so it would fit in his cooler!!!
Grandpa and Gay Gay hanging out with Rocco.
Grandpa with a huge Salmon
He once caught a 48 lbs. steel head trout. He would have had the world record but he cut it in half so it would fit in his cooler!!!
What a rich and adventurous life that took him all over the world. What a great example he set.
Thanks,
Chris Giles
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