Edward Shames Cause of Death and Net Worth Revealed
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Colonel Edward Shames has peacefully died at the age of 99 on December 3, 2021. Edward Shames was born on June 13, 1992, in Norfolk, Virginia in the U.S. He was just five years old when his father died. Shames married Ida Aframe in 1946. His wife died at the age of 96 on February 21, 2019. Shames has two sons Douglas and Steven. He has 4 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
During World War II, Shames was the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division. He was the oldest surviving member of East Company. Shames also served in the United States Army Reserve. After the war, Shames worked as an expert on Middle East Affairs for the National Security Agency. In 2017, a biography of Shames was published by Gardner titled, ‘Airborne: The Combat Story of Ed Shames of East Company.’ In 2001, the Band of Brothers was produced and the series featured Edward, portrayed by Joseph May in the episode. Twelve years after the series, In 2013, a book was published named The Untold Story of Third Battalion 506 Parachute Infantry Regiment.
How Did Edward Shames Die?
Edward Shames has left the world at the age of 99 on December 3rd, 2021. There is no foul play leading to his death. Shames has peacefully died at his home. Many people have reacted to the death of Shames. On the Hollomon- Brown website, the people have been leaving tributes to the late veteran, Edward.
The users gave tributes in their way. Such as one user send condolences to his friends and family. He added, “The men of the East company personify decency, service, and honor. May they rest in peace!”
Another user wrote, that he personally doesn’t know Colonel Edward but read in ‘Band of Brothers’ book. They continued by thanking Shames for the services he gave to the United States of America. May he rest in peace!. Edward Shames was the last surviving officer from the East Company.
What Was Edward Shames Net Worth?
Late Colonel Edward Shames seems to have a net worth of $600,000 to $1-2 million, as per the multiple publications. In his 31 years of service from 1942 to 1973, he earned a significant portion of the net worth. In 1973, after his retirement, Shames also received a pension which added value to his wealth.
The late Colonel Edward Shames lived in the same house where he used to live with his wife. He used to stay in his hometown of Virginia Beach.
