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ROBERT “BOB” J. RIES
October 4, 1942 ˜ January 9, 2021
“Beam Me Up Scotty”
Born in Everett, WA, to Carl and Alice Ries, Bob spent his childhood finding a love and passion for all things science! Graduating from Eastern Washington University with a bachelor’s degree in geology, Bob’s fascination with geology, space and nature blossomed into a life spent exploring and experiencing all aspects of his passions.
Serving in the United States Air Force, Bob earned two medals of honor during his time served and then became a power industry operator for the federal government for 37 years. Bob still found time to enjoy life; a member of the Bergefunde Ski Club, an avid hiker and ice cream lover, he found his truest love in 1997 when he met his beloved Mae. They spent their years together traveling all over, exploring national parks and watching their family grow.
Bob is survived by his wife, Mae; children, Randy, Teresa (Joe), Rob (Paula); and his six granddaughters, Emily (Mark), Kelly, Jenna, Ava, AllyJean and Emery.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, please make a donation to Autism Research at the University of Washington in honor of Bob; www.acceleratemed.org/Ries
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Bob was my cousin by marriage and we reunited after many years in Bergfreunde Ski Club. He and I had many fun times skiing at Mt. Hood (although he usually retired to the lodge after lunch). I will miss his calling my husband and I "You kids." He had a great sense of humor and liked to tell funny jokes and stories. I will miss him a lot. Thank you Mae and your family for sharing Bob with me .
Chery Weir
Chery Weir
Family
January 18, 2021
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