Capt. Edward Grant Ries, Jr.
San Diego, CA
Sept 12, 1939 – March 29, 2016
Captain Edward Grant Ries, USMC passed away, Tuesday, March 29th, after a valiant battle against cancer.
Ed was known to many in the Southern California Scottish Community, and served as the convener for Clan Wallace for many years. For several years, he served as part of the Color Guard in the Salute to Veterans at Scottish Fest USA, over Memorial Day weekend, at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, where he will be accorded honors this year.
Ed wrote several excellent historical novels over the past few years, all of which are available through Amazon. He held a PhD in engineering, and taught at university level, as well as working in the private sector.
His first book was entitled ‘Legacy of Honor’; a fitting one, for such a gallant gentleman.
Ed was a devoted husband, father, and friend.
A church service was held Saturday, and a funeral internment ceremony took take place Thursday, April 7th at 1:00 PM at Miramar National Cemetery, section 9 site 561.
Semper Fi Skipper! Your duty here is completed. Your next and final duty station, will be at the Gates of Heaven.
Fair Winds and Following Seas!