Edward E. Sox

Edward E. Sox, 74 OCEANSIDE -- Edward E. Sox passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2010. He was born March 14, 1936 in Portland, Oregon, the son of Edward Sox, Sr., and Nancy Mae Sox. Ed received a Bachelors of Science degree and a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. He became an Electrical Engineer and Vice- President of California Microwave in San Jose, Calif. Ed was a member of the Rotary Club and the Ocean Hills Portofino Board. He enjoyed biking, skiing, reading, hiking, back-packing and traveling. His favorite pastime was being with his family. He was a gentleman-intelligent, kind, and patient, who enjoyed helping young people learn. Ed was preceded in death by his mother and father; and his brother, Carl L. Sox. He is survived by his wife, Jo; daughter, Lisa Mae Smith of Vista; son, Stephen Edward Sox of La Canada, Calif.; son-in-law, Mark A. Smith of Vista; daughter-in-law, Diane Sox; and two grandsons, Matthew and Ethan Sox, both of La Canada. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, October 31, at the Clubhouse at Ocean Hills Country Club, Oceanside. Burial will be held at sea. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Hospice or North County Hospice. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com