Born and raised in Manteca, Ed attended Manteca High School, class of 66’. After high school Ed enlisted in the Navy and proudly served his country on the USS Maury.  

   Once leaving the Navy, he served the citizens of California as a Traffic Officer with the California Highway Patrol for 30 years.     Ed leaves behind his loving wife, Jan, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Ed’s devotion to his family and friends was only surpassed by his love and devotion for Jesus Christ.  

   He loved teaching the teenage bible class, worshiping and spreading the Lord’s word at the Ripon Church of Christ, where he was a member of the congregation for over 40 years.  Ed’s larger-than-life presence will be missed by all who knew him. 

   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, in Ed’s name.

   P.L. Fry is honored to serve the Estes family. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 26, at 11 a.m. at Ripon Church of Christ, 13397 West Ripon Road, Ripon, CA. To leave condolences to the family please visit our website at www.plfryandson.com.  

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin

Wednesday, August 9, 2023