Search by Name

Search by Name

John E. Fry

1937 - 2020

BORN

1937

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home - Burlingame

503 South Topeka Ave.

Burlingame, Kansas

John Fry Obituary

John E. Fry John E. Fry, 82, Topeka, formerly of Burlingame, died Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at his home, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.

He was born November 10, 1937, at Burlingame, the son of George W. and Hazel Howe Fry. He grew up at Burlingame, graduating with the Class of 1955.

He spent two years in the U.S. Army. He worked for the Santa Fe Railroad for 42 years, retiring in 1999. After retiring, he worked hauling grain, mowing the Burlingame Cemetery, and drove cars for Ed Bozarth. He also did mechanic work for many people.

He was a member of Corinthian Lodge No. 79, Burlingame, and the American Legion Post No. 198 at Osage City.

He was married to Charlene Smith on December 11, 1965, in Topeka. She survives of the home.

Other survivors include two sons, Kevin (Janene) Fry, and Michael Fry; one daughter, Kelli (Chris) McGinley; four grandchildren, Lance (Shira) Fry, Jacob Fry, Korbyn McGinley, and Kyndra McGinley; three sisters, Betty Woodward, Helen Ohlsson, and Linda (Dean) Schutter; and a sister-in-law, Linda Smith.

Due to current circumstances, a private graveside service will be held at the Burlingame Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Corinthian Lodge No. 79, Burlingame, or The Michael J. Fox Foundation, and sent in care of Carey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 196, Burlingame, Kansas 66413.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for John Fry

Sponsored by CJOnline.com.

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Laura Withers

March 28, 2020

Charlene, we are sorry for your loss of John. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.

March 27, 2020

Kelli and family
I want to tell you that I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your Dad. I know, from first hand it is not easy. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you.

Angela, Kenny & Spencer

Sally Smith Klumpe

March 26, 2020

To the entire Fry family, my sincerest condolences. Your loss is felt by many.

Todd & Traci VanSchaick

March 26, 2020

We are very sorry to hear of John's passing. You all are in our prayers.

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in John Fry's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for John Fry

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Lamb-Roberts-Price Funeral Home - Burlingame

503 South Topeka Ave., Burlingame, KS 66413

How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor John Fry's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more