Rodney Bruce Wies

Rodney Bruce Wies
March 9, 1948 – April 9, 2025

Rodney Bruce Wies, 77, passed away peacefully at his home in Port Hadlock, Washington, on April 9, 2025.

Born on March 9, 1948, in Yakima, Washington, to the late Conley Doan Wies and Dorothy Fay Clark, he led a life characterized by a strong character, a deep love for his family, and a steadfast commitment to those he cared about.

A proud U.S. Navy veteran, he enlisted in June 1966 and retired in July 1988 as a Master Chief (ETCM, E9). After his military service, he continued his career as an Electronics Technician at NUWC Keyport, WA, from 1988 to 1997, followed by work at Altus AFB in Oklahoma from 1997 to 2002.

He married his beloved wife, Malena McKee, on March 9, 1976, at NAS Whidbey Island, WA, beginning a partnership that would last a lifetime.

Survived by his wife, Malena, and their three children: Lila (Wies) Edwards and her husband Damon of Blackwater, VA; Dodie (Wies) McBride and her husband Stephen of Quilcene, WA; and James Wies and his wife Suzy of Port Ludlow, WA. He also leaves behind a legacy of love in his grandchildren: Scarlett McBride of Chimacum, WA; Dalen, Savannah, and Lila McBride of Quilcene, WA; and Conley and Morrighan Edwards of Blackwater, VA. He was also blessed with a great-granddaughter, Mia Mae Mack.

He is also survived by his siblings: Renee Ollie and her husband Jerry of Cowiche, WA; Mike Wies and his wife Carrie of Lynnwood, WA. His sisters-in-law: Nancy Chapman and Sarah Young of San Antonio, TX; Brenda McKee of Lindsay, OK; Debra McKee of Alex, OK; and his brother-in-law Henry McKee of Alex, OK.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents: Conley Doan Wies and Dorothy Fay Clark; His parents-in-law: William Henry McKee and Lena Fae Fleming; brothers-in-law: Ken McKee of Lindsay, OK; Dan Chapman of Glen Rose, TX; and his sister-in-law Henrietta McKee of Alex, OK.

From Malena:
He was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild in his final days. His only bucket list items involved food, and the kids made sure he enjoyed every last item. We are blessed that our children and their families have lived nearby for most of their lives, and our frequent, joyful family gatherings will remain a cherished memory. He passed knowing he was deeply loved and will be missed, but his memory will live on forever in our hearts.

As his wife, I am comforted knowing he was a Christian and that we will be reunited again. Thank you to our family and friends for their constant prayers and loving support. Those prayers gave us strength in this difficult time.

A private memorial will be held by the family at a later date.

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