Thomas Milton Frye passed away peacefully at his home in Phoenix, Arizona
on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24, 2016.
Thomas was born September 6, 1952 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Mr. Thomas C. and Mrs. Annie Frye. Thomas is preceded in death by his sons loving mother Karen Mulzac-Frye and leaves behind his immediate family members: mother, Annie Frye; sons, Channing and Logan; Daughter in-law Lauren; Brother, Leonard; Sister-in-law Pat Frye, nephews Aaron and Marcus; grandchildren Hendrix, Margaux and Roxie, God-children Hayley and Hayden, many relatives, dear friends and associates.
Thomas (Tom), a Christian man, and CEO of “I” Athlete, had a natural ability to bring out the best in others. Tom’s company was an advocate for the Encouragement of Excellence in academics and athletics. Tom was near completion of his book ‘I Athlete, has worked as a consultant to Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, non-profit organizations and start up enterprises. Tom’s software development and entrepreneur background has allowed him to serve as the Senior Vice-President for Business Development & Planning in Charter School Financing, Operations Manager for Systems Integration at Digital Equipment Corporation, Assistant Vice-President International Foundations for Education & Self Help and as a Instructor at the University of Phoenix.
A life long learner, Tom earned a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Livingston College, M.A. and M.Ed. in International Educational Development and has completed coursework towards a Doctorate of Education, all at Columbia University.
Tom's hobbies included golf, fly-fishing and spending quality time with his family and friends. He was most committed to helping others develop their True Self. Tom never forgot where he came from and often said, ‘the climb is tough, but the view from the top is worth it.’
A sign of a man that always wanted others to develop their True Self.
Home-Going Celebration
10:00 AM
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Christ Church of the Ascension
4015 E. Lincoln Drive
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be sent in honor of Thomas Milton Frye to
Christ Church of the Ascension (address above).
Cards can be sent to
Channing Frye
Cleveland Clinic Courts
6101 Brecksville Road
Independence, OH 44131
Len & Pat Frye 14221 Neiman Road. Overland Park, KS 66221
A few years ago after a round of golf at Pinehurst, my group went to "The 19th Hole" in the clubhouse. I noticed a brother sitting there whom I didn't recognize, yet I felt a "kindred spirit" and introduced myself. After eliminating his not being related to the Frye familiy in the area I tried to connect us in college. When I told him I attended A&T for a year and transferred to Howard he said his brother Len went to A&T. "Lenny Frye?!" I said, "Man, Lenny and I were tight at A&T." I also told Tom that my dad, Felton Capel grew up with his dad, T.C. and his uncle Henry Frye and that I had a photo of the quartet our fathers sang in together. Tom told me Len was there and they were part of a big group of golfers who were still on the course. Needless to say Tom and I connected and Len and I reconnected. I was contacted yesterday by a mutual friend of Len and and I from A&T who wanted to book me for a performance and decided to call Lenny out of the blue. Needless to say I was shocked and saddened to hear of the transition of Tom, this great guy, friend and kindred spirit. Lenny and I prayed together which immediately brought healing and comfort. May the Peace that only God can give be with the family and friends of Thomas Frye...I am with you all "kindredly" in spirit.
Len, Dad and Tom. This was taken if I am not mistaken when the three of us drove from CA to Phoenix to Kansas City. We were at a restaurant in KC listening to some Jazz. Leonard
Tom and I were in Vegas celebrating my 50th Birthday party.
