Robert E. Ries

October 1, 1924 - January 2, 2017

Ries, Robert E. 92, of Marlton, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 2, 2017, at Virtua W. Jersey Hospital, Marlton, preceded by his loving wife of 67 years, Jane E. Ries (nee Bode), who passed away on December 18, 2016. He is survived by his dear younger brother, Gilbert P. Ries of Lesterville, Missouri; his children Michael S. Ries (Lynn), Paul R. Ries, Karen A. Ries (Soren Uhlig), and Steven T. Ries (Leslie); four grand-children, Kristin, Robert, Christian and Lindsay, and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Ries was a U.S. Army WWII Veteran, serving his country in the European Theater of Operations (ETO), Third Army. After completion of his service, Mr. Ries earned a BA/BS Degree from Washington University in St. Louis. He retired after 32 years of service as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for CE Glass, Pennsauken, NJ. Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Robert’s memory to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301; or to the Canine Companions for Independence, P.O. Box 446, Santa Rosa, CA 95402-0446. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Mathis Funeral Home, Medford, NJ.