A memorial service to celebrate the life of Rick Frye, 69, of Coos Bay, Ore., will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, at the Allegany Community Center. Private cremation rites were held at Ocean View Memorial Gardens Crematory in Coos Bay. Rick was born on May 9, 1945, in Durham, N.C., to Richard and Leana Frye. He died on Jan. 2, 2015, in Coos Bay. Rick grew up in Wake Forest, N.C. He was a graduate of Carolina Military Academy in Maxton, N.C. Rick joined the United States Coast Guard in 1965. He had a distinguished career for 26 years. He retired as a Commander in 1991. Rick then moved to Valdez, Alaska, and went to work for Alyeska Pipeline Service Company and retired in 2011, after 20 years. Rick is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen Gustafson Frye of Coos Bay, Ore.; daughter, Robin Frye of Douglas, Mass.; daughter, Melissa Wood of Coos Bay, Ore.; and son, Richard Frye III and his wife, Latosha of Anchorage, Alaska. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Kara Wood and Zayne Wood, both of Coos Bay, Ore., Allysun Frye of Anchorage and Alexis Fry of Douglas, Mass. The family suggests, that in lieu of flowers, Contributions be made to Allegany Community Church, 66163 Church Rd., Coos Bay, OR 97420 or Allegany Community Center, 10361 Coos River Highway 241, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Arrangements are pending with Myrtle Grove Funeral Service-Bay Area, 541-269-2851.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News on Jan. 10, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Frye

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21 Entries

Bob Cade

March 14, 2015

Glenna and I are so sorry for your loss. I was surprised and saddened by the news. Rick was my Commanding Officer here in Portsmouth when he retired. Good friend and great CO.

Richard Frye III

February 14, 2015

Richard Frye III

February 14, 2015

Richard Frye III

February 14, 2015

Leanne Mason

January 26, 2015

So sorry for your families loss Robin. I'm thinking of you, and your loved ones at this difficult time.

Bryan Vincent

January 26, 2015

Rick was always such a pleasure to work with at the Duty Office. He always helped make my job easy. I also am glad that I got to ride motorcycles with Rick several times and will always remember ABATE BBQs with him at Hanksters. Rick will be greatly missed.

Kenn Kadow

January 22, 2015

Rick and I worked together at SERVS for several years. His professionalism, calm manner and willingness to mentor many of us has been carried with me in my career. And, I know the one handed bowline after a late night trip on an escort with him. Thanks Rick.

January 21, 2015

Karen, Our thoughts and prayers for your family. Rick was my partner and friend. What a pleasure to have worked with him.
Stan & Denise Gerhauser (Nikiski, Ak)

James McIntyre

January 21, 2015

I knew Rick from the SERVS duty office. Didn't know about his service history. Regardless he was a great person to know and work with.

Lindee Town

January 21, 2015

fair winds and following seas, Commander.

Doc & Teresa Cummins

January 21, 2015

Karen,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Rick will be greatly missed.

Black family

January 21, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers to the Frye family. Always fun to talk to Mr. Frye. RIP my friend.

Barry Roberts

January 21, 2015

Karen and Family,
I feel so fortunate to have known Rick and to have served with him in the Coast Guard and worked with him at Alyeska. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mandy and Tom Hale

January 14, 2015

Karen, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Rick was one of my favorite people and will be greatly missed. He was always so encouraging and supportive when he served on the board for Copper Valley Wireless; I always appreciated his humor, intelligence and commitment to excellence. Take care.

January 14, 2015

So sad to read about Richard's passing...we had a fun time in ABATE here in Valdez...him being President & me being the Treasurer...he was always kind to me and very understanding.
Miss you here in Valdez.
Dian Rhoden

Debbie Schoonmaker

January 13, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss of Rick , your Dad and Grandpa.. I met Rick a couple of times on my visits up there to visit my daughter and granddaughters Allysun and Shealyn .. He was always gracious and welcomed me into his and Karens home .. He will be greatly missed .. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Frye Family and extended family ...

January 13, 2015

Dear Karen and Family,

You are in my prayers everyday. Rick was a GREAT man, husband, father and GREAT Great Dad. He will for sure be missied,
Amanda & Allysun

Randy & Alene Maag

January 11, 2015

Dear Karen & family,
The good memories of shared time together in years gone by will remain in our hearts. We mourn with you and pray for comfort and strength in these difficult days. Our best to you, sent across the miles...

Davette Stephens

January 10, 2015

Dearest Karen,

May God surround you and yours with love and comfort. Many hugs and prayers your way.

Erica Searles

January 10, 2015

He will be greatly missed!! God just received a beautiful angel with a big heart!!

Karen Feero

January 10, 2015

Dear Frye family,
Rick will be remembered fondly as a kind and gentle man. Thank you for sharing him with us all these years. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

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