Our friend Ed Buice has passed away. Ed started in Chattanooga radio as a news reporter in the late 70s, at various radio stations including WDXB, WGOW, KZ-106, WDOD, and most prominently at US-101 where he was longtime news director. He also later worked at Channel 9 news, and for WSB Radio in Atlanta. He was an excellent PIO for the Chattanooga Police Department, and for the past 18 years he was in Virginia as Public Affairs Officer at NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service). He and his wife Trisha are survived by two adult children and five grandchildren. He was 64 years old.
Above is Ed with Garry Mac back in the 80s when they worked together at WGOW. He and Garry were great friends. They really enjoyed each other’s company, and always looked forward to seeing each other, which didn’t happen often enough in recent years. We lost Garry in February of this year.
Ed visited a few of our VRW lunches, maybe every 5 years or so, and always took the best pictures. Ed was smart, talented, funny, and set a great example with his hard work, and love of family. We sure will miss him.
Ed during his US-101 days in the 1990s
Ed was Chattanooga Police Department Public Information Officer in the early 2000s.
With Ed Buice in 2010
Here is the Facebook announcement from Ed’s family:
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Ed Buice, a cherished husband, devoted father, and adored grandfather. Ed left us on June 3, 2023, due to a sudden heart attack. His departure has left an immense void in the lives of his loved ones and the community.
Ed was a pillar of strength and a beacon of love, always ready with a smile and a helping hand. His dedication to his family was unmatched, and his love for his wife, Tricia Buice was evident in every moment they shared. Ed was a source of unwavering support, guidance, and warmth for his children, Patrick Buice and Allie Newton and their spouses, Callie Buice and Josh Newton who will forever cherish his memory.
As a loving grandfather, Ed was adored by his grandchildren, Isaac Newton, Jayden Buice, Isabelle Newton, Ethan Newton, and Noah Newton. He created lasting memories with them and instilled values that will be carried on for generations to come.
Ed Buice’s untimely departure serves as a poignant reminder to treasure each moment with our loved ones. His passing has left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him, and his presence will be deeply missed.
The family kindly requests privacy during this difficult time as they mourn the loss of a remarkable man. They extend their gratitude for the outpouring of love, condolences, and support they have received from friends, family, and the community.
A memorial service will be held at a later date to celebrate the life of Ed Buice and honor the legacy he leaves behind.
Ed Buice will forever remain in our hearts, and his legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire us all. May he rest in eternal peace.
First Garry…now Ed. Doesn’t seem possible. What his family wrote: “Ed Buice’s untimely departure serves as a poignant reminder to treasure each moment with our loved ones.” And to that, I say Amen.
WGOW is where I first met ‘Ned News’ (a nickname I assume Garry Mac pinned on Ed, because several in the News Department got nicknames from him). Ned was my boss at US-101 and had a lot of grace when it was needed. But he always had high expectations for his News Department. His career stands as a testament of his integrity.
God rest his soul.
As chaplain for the Chattanooga Police Department, I worked with Ed when he was PIO. I still remember the look on his face on 9/11 when we both sat in the CPD War Room watching the horror transpiring in NYC at the World Trade Center. Whether events concerned folks here in Chattanooga or across the nation, as that day, he always was concerned for the lives of those involved. He was a kind and caring man, and a pleasure to know during my time with CPD.