Church Hill - Roger Gale Frye, Sr., 64 of Church Hill passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at this home following a brief illness.
He was born and raised in Kingsport, attended Lynn View High School, and received a Bachelors Degree from East Tennessee State University. He served a tour of duty in Vietnam with the 3rd Marine Division and was a proud veteran. He worked construction for Flour Daniels, later working as an engineer for Holston Defense.
Roger had a love for racing and was the best Ford Engine Builder in this area. He was crew chief for Harold Racing # 09. His motto was "Never Give Up". He was a kind and caring person who touched the lives of all that knew him.
He was preceded in death by parents, Charles and Kathleen Leedy Frye; wife, Phylis Wallen Frye; sisters, Phylis Taylor, Lois Jennings and Helen Little and a brother, Darrell Frye, Sr.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Frye of the home; a son, Roger Frye, Jr. and wife Beth, of Virginia Beach, VA; a daughter, Tammy Butler and husband Eddie, of Elizabethton, TN; step-sons, Dempsey Harold Jr. and wife Monikka, of Church Hill and Thomas Harold, of the home. A step-daughter, Anna Brown and husband Aaron, of Church Hill; grandchildren, Luke and Hailey Frye and Benji Butler; step-grandchildren, Peyton Harold and Ryder and Sadie Brown; a brother, Harold Frye, of Kingsport; sisters, Shirley Coffey and husband Elvin, of Kingsport, Betty Leonard and husband Robbie, of White Plains, MD; bother-in-law, Don Little; several additional brothers and sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews and many special friends.
The family will receive friends from 4 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, June 25, 2009 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga Street, Kingsport. Funeral Services will be held at 12:30 pm on Friday, June 26, 2009 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jack Edwards, officiating.
Military graveside services will follow at Mountain Home National Cemetery, Mountain Home, TN, conducted by the Hawkins County Honor Guard and the Tennessee National Guard. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
The family would like to extend a special thank-you to, Dr. Diane Nunley, the staff of the Quillen VA Medical Center, and Smokey Mountain Hospice.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Frye family.
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Carter Trent Memorials:
From: Laura B
fridaytn@yahoo.com
Date: 06/26/2009
Suzanne, please accept my condolences on the death of your stepfather. I have so many memories of our younger years with him! We spent many hours at your home, and it was always fun and crazy. Remember when all the chairs around the dining room table all started breaking at once? I thought we'd never stop laughing! He loved you and raised you as if you were his own. He will be sincerely missed!
From: Donna Leonard & Demi
dgl5333@comcast.net
Date: 06/24/2009
As a young girl, I remember my Uncle Roger's smile and kindness. Now I know how precious Roger was as a brother to my Mom Betty. Our prayers are with you.
From: Robin Frye
rbnfry@yahoo.com
Date: 06/24/2009
Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Roger. I can only imagine what you are going thru, please let Mark and I know if you need anything. We will pray for you and the family. Robin and Mark
From: Sandy Woods
sandygw11@hotmail.com
Date: 06/24/2009
Pat and family, I LOVE YOU AND ROGER SO MUCH,
Pat, I was named after Roger, he walked me to school when I was little he was the world to me, he will be missed by everyone that loved him, Pat you will always be my aunt no matter what, we Love you, Elvin ,Shirley and
sandy
From: Tawana Jennings Salyer
TawanaS@charter.net
Date: 06/24/2009
To everyone, I am so sorry to hear about Roger. I loved him and thought about him often. I came to see him several months back. I enjoyed the time I spent with him. He reminded me so much of Mom. He told of the old times with mom and just laughed about all the mean things they had done. He loved his family and talked about them alot. You will be in my prayers and If theres anything I can do, please do not hesitate to call.... 677-8937
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