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Garland Dale Floyd
Corporal
D CO, 2ND BN, 60TH INFANTRY, 9TH INF DIV, USARV Army of the United States El Sobrante, California March 13, 1949 to July 03, 1969 GARLAND D FLOYD is on the Wall at Panel W21, Line 52 |
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He chose to go,
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I never knew him, but I have the honor of sharing his name. I was born nearly 4 years after Dale Floyd died. His sacrifice allowed me to be born free. I never knew him, but he is my uncle. I never knew him, but I feel he is a part of me, watching over me ... just as if I knew him all my life.
From his nephew, |
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Dale Floyd, fondly known to his brothers in combat as "Little John". Dale and I were together in Vietnam. What an honor to have fought alongside such a brave soldier. But the greatest honor comes from knowing that Dale was my friend.
Tony Brown |
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You demonstrated leadership and bravery in your daily patrols with us, you lived life with a smile and good cheer with us and the day you made the supreme sacrifice - we all lost a part of ourselves but gained the lifetime lasting memory of you - our fellow soldier and friend. May God bless you and your lovely family we have had the pleasure of meeting.
From a fellow soldier and medic, |
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I served with "Little John" Floyd and was with him on the day he died from small arms fire. What can one say except that he died in the service of his country hopefully for a good cause, but too young. It shouldn't have happended.
From a friend, |
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Garland D. "Little John" Floyd was the first man I remember meeting when I arrived at 2nd Platoon and like myself everyone who met him liked him. He was a good soldier, friend and a bit of a prankster based on the tricks he played on me. I am proud to have known him and served with him.
From a friend, |
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Dale and I grew up together and had many adventures with his brother Gary. He was a great friend to many. He was a talented musician, and had a sense of humor that would'nt stop. I know that he had to go and serve our country, he would not have had it any other way. I have no doubt that he was brave and protective of his brothers in arms. I only wish his Uncle Paul (who I grew up to marry) and I had had a chance to say GoodBye and let him know that we loved him. In my heart of hearts I know he knew it anyway, but still we can't help but wish we could have had a few more minutes of his life. In closing, I just want to say that Dale had many people who loved him and miss him still, and always will, his Mom and Dad, his brother Gary, his sisters Roxanne and Debra, uncles Paul and Doug and all the nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that Dale was a part of. Thank you for letting me put a few of my feelings down on this page, it really helps sometimes.
Love to you always, Dale,
From his uncle and wife, |
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I just wanted to say I never met you but I have married into your family and see the love they have had for you for 27 years. I married your cousin Rickie Brown, who always says wonderful things about you. I know you were a good brother, son, cousin, nephew and friend and soldier. I love your family and am sorry I have never had the chance to met you in person. I just wanted to let you know your family will always love you. I will met you one day and look forward to listening to your music.
Love, Debbie Brown |
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Growing up I loved you, cousin, and always looked forward to visits with you, Gary, Roxanne, Debbie, and Mom and Dad... Whether it was jumpin' in the neighborhood swimmin' hole or waterskiing at Sly Park ... My happy fond memories abound ... I've missed ya ...
Steve Stoner
Stephen Floyd Stoner |
A Note from The Virtual WallOn 03 July 1969 D Company, 2/60th Infantry, was engaged northeast of the Ben Luc Bridge in Long An Province. Five Americans died in the fight:
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