Gregory Lawrence Bies

He was born on May 30, 1947, to the late Richard and Helen Bies of Detroit, Michigan.

After high school, Greg enlisted and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from February 1969 to February 1970, with the 173rd Airborne Brigade at Landing Zone (LZ) Uplift and English. His military awards include, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Bronze Star Medal. Following his military service, he moved back to Michigan and retired after 30 years with Chrysler Corporation at the Warren Assembly Plant. Greg was a member of the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club and enjoyed spending time with his pets, fellow veterans, and his First Baptist Church Family.

He is survived by his sons, Richard, and Charles (Rebecca) Bies; his two sisters, Barbara Bies-Herman, and Dianne Bies; his grandchildren, Joshua (Kristen), Kaylee, Jessica; and one great grandchild, Isaiah.

A visitation will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 1:00-2:00 pm at First Baptist Church of Raeford 333 N Main St, Raeford, NC 28376.

A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Marvin Seals officiating.

Military Honors will be held at the end of the service by the United States Army.