Sgt. Sgt Dale was temporarily in The Cheyenne VA hospital last year and early this year. While he was there I had an opportunity to visit with him. He had reverted to his native Navajo language, but he did say a few words in English.
We first met outdoors. I saw him being pushed in a wheel chair. i saw his red hat with Marines and Code talker on it. I immediately squatted down where he could see my Marine hat, and when he did, he sat up straighter and smiled and saluted! No doubt he was proud to be one of us. Next day at VFW breakfast I just happened to sit with Virginia and his grandson. She gave me two of his autographed business cards. So these will definitely become a keepsake!
I was saddened to read of his passing in the recent news letter. My condolences go out to his entire family!
Semper Fi
Choo Choo
1968 – 1974
Rvn 70-71