Donald Bruce Fry

Donald Bruce Fry obituary

Donald Bruce Fry

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Donald Fry Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home - Paris on Nov. 5, 2025.

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Donald Bruce Fry, 69, of Paris, Texas passed peacefully on November 3, 2025.

Don was born on April 23, 1956 in Plainview, Texas to Albert and Louise Fry.

Don is survived by his two children, Jennifer and husband Brian Smith of Prosper, Texas and Tonya and husband Craig Cornish of Weatherford, TX.; grandchildren, Lily Smith age 7 and Caden Cornish 2 months old; sisters, Viriginia Ciriot and husband Bart, Judy Fry; and brother, Lloyd Fry; niece, Erin Ciriot; and nephews, Brian and Paul Ciriot.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Louise Fry and brother, Stephen Fry.

Don was a longtime resident of Paris, TX. Don had many life-long friends who he kept in touch with regularly. He enjoyed cooking, working on cars and most of all taking care of animals. He managed One Oak Apartments for over 10 years and always helped those in need. He was also known for his carpentry skills and worked with Asay Construction for over 25 years. Many homes and business have been touched by his handiwork.

The family will receive friends at Fry and Gibbs Funeral Home on Sunday November 16, 2025 from 1-3 PM.

Online condolences may be sent to the Fry family by visiting www.fry-gibbs.com

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Upcoming Events

Nov

16

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home

730 Clarksville Street, Paris, TX 75460

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Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home - Paris

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