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Jonathan Frye Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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Arlene Frye
June 20, 2006
To My Precious Brett,
This is the third attempt I have made to write something to you - the computer keeps freezing up or soemthing goes wrong. But, here goes again. The words "you had me from hello" don't hardly apply; you had my heart from the moment I knew that I was going to have you. You were the most precious gift and I counted on you and relied on you for so much; I would not have been able to survive the last 17 years without you. It seems almost impossible that Angie died 17 years ago tomorrow; you were only 8 years old and you, Wes, Hugh, and Julie became my rock and my reason for going on. Then, after Hugh died, you were there for me; you were the one I could have hold me when the going was just too tough; you got me through it. It is so very unfair that you had to deal with so much during your short life and that when you life ended, you were in such terrible pain with your back injury. You did not deserve that. I don't think I had realized what a gentle, unassuming soul you were until you were gone. I knew how much it bothered you that you had to depend on your father and me and how much you were looking forward to getting a settlement so that you could move on with your goals and plans. If I could have you back, none of that would be important any longer. I would love you for all that you were and never worry about the incidental stuff. I wish I could tear my heart out so that I wouldn't feel all of this pain; I wish that I could join you. But, I have to stay here for a while longer to take care of Wes and Daddy. I think Julie will be okay but I don't know about Wes and I think that I will be facing this pain again. Brett, I hope that you knew how much you were loved and still are. The only thing that is even a millioneth of the way acceptable about this is that at least you aren't in the pain that you were in and maybe you are playing football again in heaven. I miss you evey moment of every day; you were and always will be my Bear (not Daddy's, ha). I love you 10. Mom
Molly Bentley
June 17, 2006
To Arlene & Jim: I know I can't know the full extent of how you both feel about the loss of Brett but you know that Brett was as close to another child to me as it is possible to be and not be my own child. I think of Brett and all of you every day and miss him so much even though we didn't get to see each other very much. Brett was a wonderful and loving person. He was a big bear, but tender as a baby. I can still hear his wonderful laugh. He was easily amused and laughed a lot. His love for all of us showed in that laugh. To all of you: Keep all those good memories of him close to your heart. Brett's spirit will always be with us. Love to all of you.
michelle kuglar
June 8, 2006
Brett, I miss you so very much. I can't believe you're gone. I catch myself waiting to see the bill of your hat coming up the stairs and saying (Hey Baby). I'll miss those long talks and midnight Wendy's runs. You were my everything. I will talk to you everyday and will love you always and forever. You will be missed by all of us. Wes will forever miss his brother and best friend. Mom and Pop will miss their Bear, and Sunday football buddy. Brett, there are so many memories that I can't list. So baby before I go, we all miss you so very much . SO GOODBYE OUR SIMPLE MAN AND TURN IT UP !!!!!!
Love you always , Your Baby
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Heather Mullins
June 8, 2006
Well Brett I miss you so much I cant put it into words. I loved you like a brother and I feel like you took a little piece of me with you. Even though you're gone you will never leave my heart or my memory. I'll make sure Kaydin knows all about his Uncle Brett. I love you and will miss you always.
Becky Mullins
June 8, 2006
Well, my baby Brettle. I love you so much and I miss you everyday. I will always be your Aunt Becca. I wish everday that I could take you Um bye bye with me. I have such a whole in my heart because I can't see you and hold you a kiss you. I love you so much baby boy. Love, Aunt Becca
Kristyn Buhler
June 7, 2006
Arlene,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am also so sorry for not personally telling you, it's just that every time I attempt to go to your desk and tell you I breakdown and can't do it. I lost my cousin who was only 28 just 10 months ago and your loss reminds me so much of my own. I know how selfish that sounds and I am so sorry, I just can't bring myself to tell you sorry when I am already in tears.
Again, I am so sorry and I am praying for you and your family. I'm not a mother and I don't know what it feels like to loose a child, but I know that pain of losing someone you loved dearly and I know all the pain I have seen my aunt and uncle go through and my heart truly reaches out to you. If there is anything at all I can do please let me know, I'm just a few desks away!
God Bless,
Kristyn
Keith Rotenberry
June 7, 2006
FryeDaddy, I will never forget all the memories we've had over the years. You were like a brother to me that I will miss everyday.
Brett and Wes at Metallica Concert
June 3, 2006
Brett and Shell at Glenn and Danny's Wedding
June 3, 2006
Michelle Kuglar
June 3, 2006
Brett, I miss you every second of every day. Our time together may have been short, but held a lifetime of love. Thank you for loving me and my girls, and showing me what true love is all about. We will see each other again some day. Until then, I will love you forever and you will always be with me.
Your Baby, Michelle
Faith Kuglar
May 29, 2006
I still dont believe what has happened to Brett. Just a few days ago he was sitting on the couch watching weel of furtune then he was gone. I still cant believe it. It just goes to show that any thing can happen.
Wes and Alisha Kilby
May 28, 2006
We love you so much Brett, and you are missed terribly.You were a wonderful brother-in-law to me, and an incredible brother to Wes. We're not sure yet how to get through this, but know that we will be there for each other, for mom, Michelle, and the rest of the family. Fly high Free Bird.
Lillian Orlich
May 28, 2006
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Brett was a true OP Yellow Jacket.
Lillian Orlich
Osbourn Park School Counselor
Ashley Charlsen
May 26, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Brett. I went to High School with him and we were friends back then. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this terrible time.
Glenn Marcum
May 26, 2006
I love you Frye. I'll be missing you so much. Please rest easy.
Chrissy Callorda
May 26, 2006
Brett you will be missed a great deal. I love you guy.
Kris, Rodger Jr, Shane Krass
May 26, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Our sorrow and love to Wes and Julia,and the rest of the family. With much love
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