Gone but, never forgotten...I have yet to meet anyone wiser than you!
Until we meet again...leave the light on for me!

Harry,

Kind of an arbitrary day to post a tribute, but I found myself thinking of you and how much I miss your mentorship.

 Continue watching over all your friends and family.

Semper Fi,
Snapper

Harry, you are missed every day. Jeanie, Brian, Kate, and Ali, prayers of comfort and peace to you. Your family is thinking of you.

So many of us are thinking of you today and every day Harry. We miss you and think of you often. Keep us on track and blessings to Jeanie, Brian, Kate, and Ali who carry on so well for you. God bless and Semper Fi, Shadow

Two years have passed and it seems like only yesterday. His loss has left a hole in our family. Sadly missed,

Harry was one of my always "at the ready" mentors and advisors. He was always ready to weigh in on any subject no matter how complex. One of the nicest, smartest and best Marines I ever knew.
Semper Fi
LtGen Dog Davis, Deputy Commandant Aviation

God bless you Harry. You and thought old and remembered as one fine human being and friend.

Loved by everyone he touched. A wonderful friend, Marine and patriot. Harry is one of my all-time heroes!! Semper Fi, Steve

When I was suffering from Bipolarism Harry was always there with an encouraging word. He is missed by all who knew him as a friend. "Sunshine" Stevens.

Harry, you are a truly great Marine and Patriot and you are sorely missed. God Bless you, Jeannie and the family. Semper Fidelis, Spider

Happy Birthday Harry......

Thinking of you today and always, Harry. Keep us all on glide slope from there and know you are in our prayers. We miss you. Semper Fi, Shadow

God Bless you Harry - we miss you. Semper Fidelis, Spider

Harry,
We miss you, your wit, your wisdom and your friendship.
Your Roomie,
Scott

Harry, just to let you know, I am still using the wisdom you shared with me in supporting the men and women flying USN and USMC aircraft. Thinking of you and the family. Respectfully, Doc

Missing the quick words of advise but I know you are looking over all of us and kicking us in the right direction.....Curt

We are thinking of Harry but also of Jeannie and the family during the holiday season. Julie and I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas. You are fortunate to have good memories of times past, and also the opportunity to create new ones for the future. From the doctor with no brain!

Harry,

You continue to be an inspiring leader for many of us. I think of you always, and many times wonder 'what would Harry do and think of this?'

God Bless and keep you Harry! You are missed. Be well!

Harry,

 It's been a year since you left us. Not a day goes by were I don't think to myself "What would Harry say or do about this or that"....and you always provide me with the answer! 

 Thanks for keeping overwatch on me and your family! You are missed.

Be well and rest easy Harry,
Snapper

The world needs you more than ever Harry, keep us out of trouble and be with us when we need help and wisdom. You are greatly missed, Semper Fi, Shadow

Harry,
You are in my prayers at daily mass. I'm sure you and "Mini" are recalling many adventures.
S/F shindog

Think of you often, classmate. Great example in so many ways. God bless you and your family.  Dan

sorely missed this past year, your leaving has left a hole in the family that cannot be filled, you are in my prayers as is your family

Miss you Harry. Think of you often.

Happy Birthday Harry, you were a great Marine.

A belated Happy Birthday to you Harry. I thank you for all your advice and wise counsel out at 3D MAW and at HQMC. I think about you often, and I try to provide the sage advice to others that you provided to me. My best wishes to Jeannie and your family this summer.

Semper Fi, Pappy

Dearest Jeanie, It was with such overwhelming sadness that I read about Harry's passing in the latest issue of Shipmate. I have such fond memories of all the countless adventures that we all shared aboard "Jubilee III" during our Academy years, along with Dick and Jane Tracy, "Wags," Clay and "Zorro." He was, without a doubt, one of the "good guys," fun-loving and full of life, a true and reliable friend, and a great sailor! One of my most memorable times at "Boat School" was when he and I co-captained one of the Luder yawls during First Class year. It was such a great time for both of us. I am beyond happy to know that the both of you went on to marry and build a life together. No one deserved each other more. He was certainly "one of a kind." And although we didn't stay in touch after graduation, which I now deeply regret, the world feels a little less brighter without him. I remember all the good times that we shared like they were yesterday. I miss those good times. And I miss him....
   Know that I will keep you, Brian, Kate and Ali in my thoughts and in my prayers. God bless...
   With much love, "Gator"

Miss giving you a call and receiving your short words of wisdom. There is a spot at the taproom for anyone that wants to talk about Harry and a toast of him daily.....

You are greatly missed on your birthday and every other day Harry. The world and all of us in it still need so much of what you gave to life. Thankfully, those of us lucky enough to know you still benefit from your wisdom, compassion, and leadership. Keep doing it from there. Semper Fi, Shadow

Happy Birthday Harry! I miss you everyday! I'll be having a double shot latte in your honor today. Rest easy my friend. Semper Fi!

While attending an Aerospace & Defense Industry event this last week, ended up chatting with another longtime friend of Harry's. We shared stories of our times with him and how much we missed his savvy in helping industry connect with USMC to ensure the best of what our industry has to offer gets into the hands of the those who need it the most. Harry and I share this passion and his credibility with those in senior leadership was second to none. We miss him and will continue this passion as long as we are able.

Happy Birthday Skipper, saw a lot of the Bengals in P-Cola at the Intruder Association Reunion in early April. Told some lies and raised our glasses to you old friend.

Missing you dearly, Harry!!

Happy Birthday Harry. If you keep pressing everyone there for answers to questions they may kick you out - and then where will you go?

Very sorry to hear of the loss of my nephew Harry. We were sorry to lose contact with him after his father's death. Harry did send us an email when my husband Eugene passed.

My children Gary, Glenn and Janet and myself pray for your family. 

Madeline Spies

Harry was a friend and a mentor, and one of those select "inner circle" folks who I went to for advice. He always took time, and always listened. I am a better person for having known him. Rest in peace Harry - you are missed by many.

A friend and mentor whose unique style will be profoundly missed.

Harry was such a bright light with a huge heart – he was a “force” and was very smart. It was a joy to be in his presence, to listen to his stories or just talk. It was always a great day when Harry came to our office; his voice boomed throughout and I loved hearing it. The thought that we never hear his voice again is very sad. His wife and children were so lucky to have him for a husband and father; it must have been a great ride.

Harry was like a brother to me. Having first met him in 1985 working in Naval aviation, our paths kept crossing throughout the remaining years of his military career. Harry was a visionary leader, a great friend, and a true warrior. Love and light until we meet again, dear friend.

What a force to be reckoned with in all categories of life: husband, father, Marine, and mentor. You will be missed and surely remembered by many. I stand at attention and salute you as you stand forever At Ease. S/F.

I first met Harry when he was a Major and I was Captain working for Gen Hearney as his Aide at 2dMAW. Harry was a great mentor to me since, both professionally and personally. Rest in peace my friend. You will be sorely missed by many, but will never be forgotten.

I was privileged to meet Harry at the Power Ten Christmas parties with my husband. He was so down to earth and kind...a truly inspiring individual. I feel blessed to have met Harry and thankful that my husband ended up working for such an incredible company. Many blessings and sincere prayers to the Spies Family.

I only met Harry through the mark he left at many of my shipmates lives here at Power Ten, and those of our clients. Regrets we never met in person.

To the Spies Family I wish you Peace during this difficult time.

To Harry, Thanks for your service to our nation, your mentorship of my colleagues, and I wish you Fair Winds and Following Seas.

Semper Fi~

I first met Harry as he was making the transition from an organization that was highly organized, disciplined and efficient (USMC) to one that abounded in creative chaos and was utterly resistant to centralized direction (the Pacific Council). It was a learning process for us all. In his first weeks at PCIP, he would send email containing the acronym "NLT" that mystified the rest of the staff. In time, we became a more focused group due to his leadership.

Harry was much liked and well respected by his PCIP colleagues. He was a fair-minded boss who impressed us with his concern for staff morale. I recall him telling me several times that "you have to take care of your people." I learned several big life lessons from him, but this is the one that struck me the most.

I hope the sadness of the Spies family will be relieved a bit by knowing a great many people regarded Harry as a good man and a good friend.

Condolences to you Jeannie and family.A great guy,but you knew that already.Classmate,track harrier and another Greenbrook friend from across the brook that divded our towns.Harrry was that kind of spirit that greeted one with a smile that made you think,"what a great shit eating smile/grin".Many memories from our school days together.he will be missed by many.Another vetern who served to keep our country free.I salute you Col.Harry Spies.Another guardian at post,you may now relax soldier.Peace.

I met Harry through Russ Stromberg, and within the first hour at lunch, knew he was one of the rare people who shared our same feelings of honor and integrity. All of us who worked with Harry knew we were getting the straight scoop, and his motives were for the genuine good of all. He was brilliant in his insights for nearly any subject, and someone I felt honored to be considered his friend. People like Harry come along in our lives only a few times, and I will always be better with the perspective he gave me. What would Harry do, will serve me well, and all of us that spent our too small time with him.

Harry was one of those rare forces of nature who knew how to have a good time, and bring everybody else along with him. One couldn’t help but admire his unmatched zest for life, keen intellect, quick wit, mischievous smile and the perpetual twinkle in his eyes. As has been said of another great man, Harry "had every gift but the gift of time."

It’s been years since I last saw Harry in the Pentagon, but like many others I treasured every moment we shared together, particularly two Midshipmen summers spent on the slopes of Mt McKinley. His legacy of service, commitment and caring for his Marines, friends and family serve as a beacon to us all.

Perhaps Winston Churchill described Harry best when he once said: “You make a living by what you get, you make a life by what you give.” My life, like so many others, was deeply enriched by knowing Harry. He made the world a special place, and I will miss him.

God Bless you and your family Jeannie, and we hope you can take comfort in knowing that on embarking on his final High Flight, Harry has “slipped the surly bonds of earth… and touched the face of God”

Semper Fi, Harry.      Tim

A great man and our heartfelt prayers go out to Harry's family and all who knew him.
Brock & Diana Gibson

My condolences to Jeanie and the family. Harry was a prince of a man which is underscored by the many he touched and have paid him tribute. When he was the Commanding Officer of MACG-38, Harry took the time from his busy schedule to meet and provide me some guidance. We had never met previously, and I was not a member of his command. I have never forgotten his support.  Our friendship continued from that time and after the Corps. I always valued his advice and mentorship. His legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of many. Semper Fi.