Nathan Benson Frye

Nathan Benson Frye

Nathan Frye Obituary

Visit the Gephart Funeral Home - Bay City website to view the full obituary.

Nathan passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the age of 30. He was born March 2, 1994 to Keith and Patsy (Rivard) Frye in Bay City, Michigan. Nathan enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, always had a natural born talent playing drums and loved to spend time with his family.

Nathan is survived by his mother, Patsy Frye; brother, Jacob Frye; many aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his father, Keith Frye; grandparents, Hubert and Edna Rivard, John and Mary Frye; aunt, Marcheta Delamorton; and cousins, Dwayne Douglas and Michael Rivard.

A funeral liturgy will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Our Lady of Peace Parish. Officiating will be Rev. Fr. Dale Orlik with interment to follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family on Monday, February 10 2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Gephart Funeral Home and on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be considered to wishes of the family.

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Gephart Funeral Home - Bay City

201 West Midland Street, Bay City, MI 48706

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