Blaine David Ries, age 64, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at his Oak Harbor home, surrounded by his loving family.

Blaine was born on December 11, 1952 in Barberton, Ohio to David and Dorothy Ries. Blaine was raised in Akron, Ohio and graduated from Kenmore High School. Blaine fell in love at first sight with Flora Anas and married her on June 21, 1973. He retired as AMH1 in 1994 after serving 20 years in the US Navy. He had an entrepreneurial spirit with his businesses known as Ries Distributors, Ries Computer Repair, Ries Financial and Tax Service, and Island Hydraulic Repair. He enjoyed taking pictures of his grandchildren, flowers, and birds.

He is survived by his wife, Flora; his brother Regan Ries; daughter Chastity Webster, son-in-law Lamont Webster; son, David Ries; daughter, Lauralee Mahoney, son-in-law, Tommy Mahoney (Mahonster); daughter, Christina McLaughlin, son-in-law, Sam McLaughlin; granddaughter, Ashley Kutzley; grandson, Fred Webster; grandson Jamacio Webster; grandson, Justin Ries; grandson, Kendrick Ries; granddaughter Kaila Mahoney; granddaughter, Jaslin Webster; granddaughter, Lilianna Oldenhof; granddaughter, Abby Ries; granddaughter, Gloria Mahoney; grandson, Jaiden Oldenhof; granddaughter, Lola Mahoney; grandson, Thomas Mahoney; grandson, Javaun Webster; granddaughter, Arrianna McLaughlin; granddaughter, Bella Mahoney.

Family and friends, a website has been setup with pictures and memories of Blaine and family. You are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com.