He was united in Holy Matrimony to his wife JoAnn on January 17, 1988. He accepted Christ and joined Shady Grove Baptist Church. Calvin attended Wilmar Public School and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He was employed by SEAEDD until his retirement.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Freddie Mae Fryer, and a sister, Vanessa Walker.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife JoAnn Frye of thirty years; two daughters, Crystal (Trelon) Jones of Little Rock and Nycole Frye of Wilmar; three brothers, Oscar Frye, James Frye and Frankie Frye of Wilmar; three sisters, Acquanita (Roy) Martin of Crossett, Dorisey Frye of Wilmar, and Gloria Cross of Monticello; two grandchildren, Carson and Tray Jones; several nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Visitation will be from Noon-7:00 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2018 at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(14)
Mary Gonder Caldwell
Benbrook,, TX Friday, April 27, 2018 I will miss your smiles and your beautiful spirit. May you rest in the loving arms of the Holy Father.Paige Stell
Monticello, AR Friday, April 27, 2018 Mrs. JoAnn - you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during the days ahead.Love,
Paige
TEDDY, MARY DUNLAP
LOS FRESNOS, TX Thursday, April 26, 2018 TO my dear friend Calvin, had a lot of good times in school together. Feel very blessed to have had him as a friend. Our prayers are with the family . TEDDY ,MARY DUNLAPTina Ferguson
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 24, 2018 We were sadden to hear the passing of Mr. Calvin. He and my mom worked together for many years. We were considered the Employment Security Division Family. Many activities and challenges were gone through while all were employed there. One thing for sure, we all stood together. Please know, you are all being lifted up in prayers during this difficult time and days to come.Michelle Walton
Pine Bluff, AR Monday, April 23, 2018 I've known Calvin for a very long time and he was always just Calvin. RIP my friend.Brenda Binns
Monticello, AR Monday, April 23, 2018 JoAnn;Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal( 2 Corinthian). The same God that gave me and continue to give me comfort; will do the same for you as well; Therefore look to God for your strength and comfort. God will take care of you. Love Brenda
Becky Peacock Wright
monticello, AR Saturday, April 21, 2018 Prayers for Mr Calvin's Family may they find peace at this time I enjoyed my senior year at the unemployment office he was a very happy and pleasant person to be aroundDavid McKinley
Little Rock, AR Thursday, April 19, 2018 So sorry for your lost, my condolence and prayer are with you all.SUSIE CHADWICK
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, April 18, 2018 I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT CALVIN PASSED AWAY. MAY GOD WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND EVERYONE AT THIS SAD TIME AND HELP HEAL THE PAINMichael and Anita Riley
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, April 18, 2018 JoAnn and the Frye FamilySo sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time. God bless you and your family.
Jo Ann Trotter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 18, 2018 Prayers to his wife and daughters. May God give you all comfort.Annette Gardner
Tillar, AR Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Calvin was a good man.I worked with him for many years.He was a a good father and husband .He will be missed by many. May God bless you Joann, in your time of sorrow.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 17, 2018 I am sorry to hear of Calvin's passing. I remember years ago when he would call on the school where I worked. My prayers and sympathy go to his family at this sad and difficult time!LESLI JEAN &EDWARD RHODES,SR
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, April 16, 2018 AS FOR ME, CALVIN WAS AMONG THE FIRST PEOPLE I MET IN SOUTHERN ARKANSAS. AS FOR ED, THEY ALL GREW UP TOGETHER IN WILMAR. HE WILL BE MISSED.