Enos Fry Obituary

Fry, Enos Enos, born March 16, 1918 near Yoder, Kansas on an Old-Order Amish farm, passed away peacefully Christmas night 2016, in Arden Hills, MN, the last child to pass of Amos J. Fry and Sarah Ann Yoder. His survivors are his son, Gerald, and his wife, Tasanee, in Roseville, MN; grandson, Terry Enos, and his wife Heather, in San Diego. Enos was a world traveler having visited Asia many times (primarily Thailand and Laos but also Bali and Japan), Europe, the Caribbean, and Mexico about 10 times. He also traveled to every state in the U.S. including Hawai'i and Alaska (several times). He spoke four languages and was a "jack of all trades" with so many talents, including being a fine violinist with the Linfield Music Makers. He was an extraordinary man of perpetual Christian kindness. Memorial services for Enos will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 6, the Day of Epiphany, at Hillside Christian Church, 8330 E. Douglas, followed by a reception, and then burial at Old Mission Wichita Park Cemetery, 3424 E. 21st Street.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jan. 1, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Enos Fry

13 Entries

Cindy Biter

March 6, 2022

My father & mother, (August & Josephine Wolf), were close friends of Enos and his wife, Virginia. My dad worked with Enos during the war. I always loved "Uncle Enos". He was a kind and gracious man. May he rest in peace. I'm so sorry to learn of his passing.

Keith Laxson

January 7, 2017

Back to his porch for some more music and friendship. I marvled at the agility, in his hands and the sharpness of his mind considering his advanced age. Enos was helping me thru those previously mentioned struggles each time we met. After probably more than 7 years, Enos crossed my mind a short time ago. It saddened me to see his obituary, while looking for the obituary of another friend.
It was both an honor and a privilege to have met such an amazing man! Rest comfortable my friend!

Keith Laxson

January 7, 2017

I had the pleasure of meeting Enos about 7 years ago. Enos lived near a friend of mine, so it was just by happenstance that we met. I happened to be a bit of a musician myself, so Enos and I immediately had something to visit about. Soon, Enos and I were sitting on his front porch playing music, laughing and just enjoying the moment. This particular time in my life was a troubled time, struggling with addictions, pretty much homeless. I am sure that Mr. Fry was well aware of this, but he would always extend his arm for a wave and : continued next entry

January 4, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Donna McNear

January 4, 2017

As a friend of Gerry's, I have heard such wonderful messages about Enos and how he lived a meaningful and kind long life. Many blessings and peace in healing and celebrating the life of Enos.

Randy Eaton

January 3, 2017

Enos was a very caring dear friend of mine. I thought of him as a father figure, always giving to others. He was the best friend of my father in law, Floyd Evans, and when the two of them got together you could always expect a great story. Don't know if half of what they said actually happened but you could see the strong friendship between the two. Enos taught me many of my skills I learned in life and continue to use. Although he did not carry a "degree" from a higher education, what he obtained and shared with others was self learned. We will truly miss him, he was a gifted man.

Jan Eaton

January 3, 2017

Enos was very special to me and my family. I have wonderful memories of Enos and my Dad, Floyd Evans, teasing and laughing with each other. I always considered him part of our family and loved him very much!

Jan Evans Eaton

January 3, 2017

Enos was so precious to me and to my family. I have so many wonderful memories of Enos and my Dad, Floyd Evans, laughing and teasing each other! I always considered him part of our family and loved him very much!!!!

January 2, 2017

I loved to hear Enos laugh in response to a story. He also responded with a gentle, giving approach to others and to events in life. Enos and my mother, Verna Vincent, spent many an evening practicing the violin in order to share their talents with others. Joyful, Generous, Loving....beautiful attributes to a wonderful man. Sharyll Modschiedler

Tania Wisner

January 2, 2017

Will always remember Mr. Fry as a kind, gentle man. We miss him dearly from our neighborhood and adored his attention and dedication to make our relationships bright. He worked hard and we all love him. Rest in peace dear sir.

Amber Lyn Horwitz

January 1, 2017

Enos was a wonderful friend of my family's. It was always so special when he would visit and tell us of one of his adventures, play some music or take me for a ride on his Harley in my grandfather's field. He was such an amazing man and will be truly missed. All of our love and condolences go to his family.

frankie young

January 1, 2017

Enos was a good friend of my mother's, Verna Vincent, until her death in 2006. He was a very special person and we that knew him realized what a remarkable man he was. I never heard a negative word from Enos, he was always positive, humorous and a joy to be around. It was a privilege to have known him. RIP Enos.

Frankie Vincent Young

Barbara Stone

January 1, 2017

Although I never knew Enos Fry personally, I heard so many wonderful stories of his lie from his devoted son Gerald Fry. I offer my sincerest condolences to Gerald and his family and friends. May you find peace.

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