John Charles Frye, 84, a lifelong resident of Riceville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday morning, November 13, 2017 at Sweetwater Nursing Home.
He was born in Washburn, Tn., on May 19, 1933, a son of the late Conley and Rose Frye.
John was an honorably discharged veteran of the United States Navy. He was of the Church of God faith. John was retired from Omni Services in Riceville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Johnny Lee Frye, one brother and one sister.
John leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving and devoted wife, Rose Breeden Frye, one daughter and son in law, Donna and Kim Wade, four grandchildren, Nathan Frye, Daniel Frye, Skylinn Lynn and Christian Wade, one great-grandchild, Madlin Lynn, two sisters, Betty Malone and Hermalene Kitts (Bill), one brother, Junior Frye (Vivian), numerous other extended family members and a host of special friends.
The family will have a private graveside service at the Riceville Cemetery.
You are however encouraged to share a memory of John and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial web page and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com.
Companion Funeral Home of Athens is honored to assist his family with these arrangements.