Carl Frye Obituary
Carl William Frye, 64, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away in early March 2026.
He was born on August 5, 1961, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Ernest Frye and Freida Fisher.
Carl worked as a warehouse employee for Payless Shoes for many years.
He is survived by his brother, Stan Wells; his sister, Holly Wells; his children, Carl Justus, Amanda Frye, and Ryan Frye; as well as five granddaughters and one grandson.
Carl will be laid to rest at Topeka Cemetery..
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