James Dwight
Frye
July 24, 1947 - March 6, 2022
James Dwight Frye, age 74 a life-long resident of Florence, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Helen Keller Hospital, Sheffield, Alabama. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm at Williams Funeral Home, Helton Drive, Florence, Alabama. There will be a private graveside service for family at Emmaline Stutts Cemetery.
Dwight was preceded in death by his parents Opal Juanita Frye and James K. Frye, his nephew, Lance Lash, and his great-niece Haley Frye.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Mary Carolyn Frye, two daughters, Carissa Dawn Cook (Greg), and Elizabeth Kathleen Collinsworth (Gary), and four sons, Christopher Dwight Frye, Troy Robert Frye (Amy), Jeremy Harris Frye (Andrea), and Jacob Neal Frye (Amanda); seven grandchildren, Michaela, Erica and Ashley Elliott, Shelby Burbank, Harper and Jonah Frye, and Nicolette Nettles-Frye; four step-grandchildren, Mary, Hannah, and Jacob Cook, and Braxton Welch; three brothers, Wade Frye (Nancy), Mark Frye (Mary Ann), and Jamiel Frye; and sister, LeAnn Lash (Stanley).
Dwight was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He was a graduate of Coffee High School in Florence, and when called he proudly served his country in United States Army. He was an electrician and member of the IBEW Local Union 558, Sheffield, Alabama. Dwight was a gun and car enthusiast and especially enjoyed spending time with his car “buddies” and grandchildren.
The family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the doctors and nurses working in the Covid ICU at Helen Keller for their tireless work and the loving compassion they showed both Dwight and our family. God bless you all. Due to the pandemic, masks are required during the visitation.
Visitation
March 12, 2022
10:00 am
Private Graveside to Follow
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Williams Funeral Home, Helton Drive, Florence, AL, USA
March 12, 2022 10:00 am
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14 Comments on “James Dwight Frye”
I worked many years with Dwight and always enjoyed being around him. He was a great fellow ! After he retired I would see him around town enjoying his car and eating out with his buddies. May God bless his family with comfort during this time.
Dwight and I were friends in high school, but I lost contact after I went into the navy. He was an energetic, helpful, and fun person to know. I know that he will be missed by anyone who knew or interacted with him. May he have (as us old sailors say) “fair skies and following seas on his final voyage”. May God grant his family peace and comfort.
Always a smile and a willingness to engage. Singular. Some few people make indelible impressions. Dwight came by it naturally. We will miss him dearly.
Vince Lubbers and Bea Bland, Richmond, Ky.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. Dwight was a great guy and we always enjoyed talking cars with him. He will be greatly missed.
Sorry to hear about your dad Elizabeth.I know y’all will miss him.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Dinky
My condolences to the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dwight was a dear friend and i will miss his visits and our conversations about a wide range of topics.
Rest in peace my friend
Fluffy
My condolences to the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dwight was a dear friend and i will miss his visits and our conversations about a wide range of topics.
Rest in peace my friend
Fluffy
We will keep Dwight in our minds and hearts till someday we may join him. Our sincere condolences to his wife Mary and to his children and grandchildren. He was a great friend and will be long and sorely missed. Prayers for you all from the entire OPFOR group. Rest well good and faithful servant.
Bill Collins
May relatives and friends find comfort in fond memories of Dwight’s life.
I went to school with Dwight and always remember him as friendly with a ready smile. We lost touch over the years and I often wondered how his life turned out. I’m not surprised to learn he was successful and well loved. My heart goes out to those he loved and those who loved him.
Carolyn, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. You have told us some stories about your husbands’ hobbies and other things he did. We will be praying for you and your family in this huge loss of a LOVED ONE
Carolyn – I’m saddened by Dwight’s passing and offer condolences and prayers for all the family. I recall y’all’s beautiful candlelight wedding in December of ’69 and visiting at your apartment in Tuscaloosa St. Dwight’s ready smile or mischievous grin always graced his face. The years have flown by. I just read of Dwight ‘s mom passing. She and Mr Frye were helpful at the LDS library and we learned we were kinfolks thru Waterloo family connections.
Your beautiful family must surely be a blessing. You, Johni and I have great memories from CHS. God be with you
Carolyn – I’m saddened by Dwight’s passing and offer condolences and prayers for all the family. I recall y’all’s beautiful candlelight wedding in December of ’69 and visiting at your apartment on Tuscaloosa St. Dwight’s ready smile or mischievous grin always graced his face. The years have flown by. I just read of Dwight ‘s mom passing. She and Mr Frye were helpful at the LDS library and we learned we were kinfolks thru Waterloo family connections.
Your beautiful family must surely be a blessing. You, Johni and I have great memories from CHS. God be with you