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Dean Hobart
October 19, 2019
Bill was one of the greatest boat racers ever... And he was a really nice guy.
We all miss him.
Dick and Joanne Connell
November 5, 2015
We have many wonderful memories of Bill, always with a big smile. Our hearts go out to Brenda and his family.
November 3, 2015
Brenda, I'm so very sorry to hear of Bill's untimely passing. He was a great man, both on and off the race course. May he rest in peace and may his memory be eternal.
Much love,
Angie Good
Steve and Jen Martin
October 28, 2015
We have had the pleasure of being Bill and Brenda's neighbors for the last 10 years. Bill was always happy and helpful. He would always lend a helping hand with snow removal, call us when we would accidentally leave our basement light on for days and leave us his travel magazines when he was done with them so we can could plan our next trip. He was one of a kind and will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Giles family.
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Chuck Webster
October 27, 2015
My condolences to Brenda and family. The photo I posted yesterday was of the boat Bill built for me in 1985, still used. He was a legend who will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Annie Stewart
October 27, 2015
Bill will be remembered for his wonderful smile and great attitude about life. Heaven just got a bit more entertaining with his presence. He will be missed.
Bill overtaking Dick Fickett Beloit Wisconsin 1970
Tom Williams
October 26, 2015
Bill ("East Coast") will be missed by friends all over the country ("West Coast").
Williams of Washington State - now - Texas
1985 Giles hydro
Chuck Webster
October 26, 2015
John McCaul
October 26, 2015
My prays and thoughts go out to the Giles family.
Dean Hobart
October 26, 2015
Bill was everybody's friend.
Bill Hogan
October 26, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Giles family, especially DR classmate (1966) Brenda. When we moved into 314 Lincoln Ave, bought from Betty Place, we found many boat racing trophies upstairs in the barn. Apparently Bill had so many, he did not have room for all! Though we have long since moved on, I believe some of the trophies may still be there.
Bill Hogan
Marilyn Sikorski
October 26, 2015
Dear Giles Family,
This comes to let you know that understanding thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you in your loss.
Sincere condolences,
Marilyn Sikorski
Mary-Ann "Ms Tajon" Paiva
October 26, 2015
Sending my condolences to the Giles family--Bill was the greatest guy I ever met, always smiling and having a pleasant word to say. When I had my first dress shoppe across the street on Bay St, Bill would always help me with stuff I needed to paint my shoppe or work projects at home and greet me with Good Day Ms Tajon and ask what kind of dress was I making today. I'm sorry for your loss Bill will be greatly missed by my family and I.
Jack Brewster
October 25, 2015
In 1968 while racing in the CSH finals - Bill Giles and another boat racer had to dump their rigs in order to miss my head in the water at Green Lake in Seattle, WA. After we all got to shore the one driver was yelling at me for dumping on front of him; Bill Giles on the other hand was apologizing profusely for almost hitting me. Bill had tears in his eyes and expressed his sadness for what might have happened. That was our Billy...will love and miss you more then you'll ever know. R.i.p. Bill 3-B.
Jack Brewster, Ravenna Twp., OH.
Jim Molloy
October 25, 2015
A sad day to lose a great boat racer and a better person. Peace and love to Bill s family. He leaves happy memories for everyone who knew him.
Manny & Tammy Dias
October 25, 2015
To The Giles Family,
So Sorry to hear the News about Bill. Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to each of You!
Claudia Therrien-Brown
October 25, 2015
My prays and thoughts go out to the Giles family.
Dave Frizzell
October 25, 2015
Our condolences to the Giles family.
Bill was not only a great boat racer, but a wonderful human being. He will be missed by all.
Howie Nichols
October 25, 2015
Race in peace 3-B. You will always be remembered. The Nichols
Dave Fryklund
October 25, 2015
Great racer, great friend.
Going into the first turn with Bill no matter how close, we never had a single incident in my 30 years of racing. Bill was truly one of the greatest drivers in the APBA
Bob Palmer
October 25, 2015
Bill and my dad were good friends, i remember when i was a kid the two of them building and racing boats, always a gentleman!
October 25, 2015
A very nice man and friend to many. He will be missed.
Nancy Zilch
October 25, 2015
May he rest in peace. My condolences to all his family and friends.
Sam Cullis
October 25, 2015
Rarely have I met anyone of such great spirit and achievement with such a kind and humble demeanor. Bill touched everyone he met with both his greatness and humility.
The world is a better place for his time with us. There is sadness in his passing, but there will always be joy in my heart for having known him.
Chip & Maggie Loheed
October 25, 2015
We have fond memories of Bill during the days of racing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family, Brenda.
October 25, 2015
Our hearts are saddened by the tragic loss of our great friend.We have so many fond memories of racing and socializing with Bill and it is those memories that will sustain us through this. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Sending prayers,love, and hugs to you
all! The Froehlichs
David Sr,Linda,David Jr. Cathy, David III and Meg
Ralph King
October 25, 2015
Dear Ms. Brenda, So sorry for your loss. I am sure he will be dearly missed by his family. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with you all.
Ralph
Shelly Pearl
October 25, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, Bill and my Dad (Bob Palmer Sr.) were friends for many years.
RIP Bill, I will never forget you.
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