Aaron Fry, 82, of Bryan, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 in Bryan at the Hospice Brazos Valley Inpatient Facility. A visitation for family to receive guests will be from 6:30 to 8p.m. on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at St. Michael’s Academy Chapel, 2402 South College Ave. A private inurnment will be held at a later date. Cremation services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral Home and Crematory.
Aaron was born in Walker County, Texas to his parents, Murphy and Sudie Hoot Fry. He was a man who worked hard to provide for his family and enjoyed his life to the fullest. He retired from Texas Department of Public Transportation after 30 years. He married the love of his life Joyce Roe Fry forty-five years ago. They loved each other so much that this union was blessed with great joy. Aaron served in the United States Coast Guard during the Korean War. He tried his hands into every thing he could find to work on; jack-of-all trades his family fondly remembers him by. His twenty-nine grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren will miss their Papa.
Preceding him in death are his parents, brother Martin Fry, son in law Robert Meadors, brother in laws Fred Perry and Dave Nahoun.
His survivors include his wife Joyce Fry; his sons John Fry, Anthony Fry and wife Kelly, Aaron Fry and wife Micki; his daughters Esther McGehee and husband Wesley, Bridget Meadors, Lisa Cross and husband Lane; his brother Cecil Fry and wife Lorna; his sisters Sarah Wright and husband Marvin, Sadie Nahoun, Molly Amsler and husband Neil, and Florence Perry; his incredible grandchildren and beloved great-grandchildren.
In honor of Aaron’s memory donations may be made to Hospice Brazos Valley.
Expression of condolence can be left at callawayjones.com
Lisa & Family,
Please know that I am praying for you all in your time of grief. I only got to meet Mr. Fry one time, not too long ago, and what will always stand out to me was the smile on his face. You could tell he loved his family deeply. Today the angels in Heaven are rejoicing with him for he now has his new body and there is a confident hope that one day you will see him again. I love you Lisa and I am only a phone call away.
My husband and I would like to express our condolences to the family of Aaron Fry on the loss of their father. We both have known the family for many years. We are keeping ya’ll in our thoughts and prayers. Marilyn (Englemann) and Deric Louk.
Joyce and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Aaron. I worked with him for 30 years at the Highway Department. He was an awesome and kind hearted man. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missed.
I will be praying for your comfort through God’s loving hands.
God Bless,
Sandy Perry
I would like to express condolences from myself and my mother Lucille. Aaron was a true friend to our family for many years. My dad Woody worked with Aaron at the Tx Highway Dept . Aaron worked on a lot of vehicles for us and taught me a lot about working on cars, always being helpful with advice. He even helped us haul hay. When my dad was in the VA Hospital in Temple, Aaron made the long trip to visit and offer spiritual support. We were fortunate to call Aaron our friend. Gary Gilpin
Dear Joyce and Family,
Ray and I were saddened when we learned that Aaron had passed away. We wish he could have stayed with us longer. We will always remember how kind he has been to us. Please give us a call if there is anything we can do to help you.
With sincere sympathy,
Ray and Jan Sis and family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Fry. His life must have been full of joy. We can’t ever remember seeing him without that huge friendly smile even at hundreds of 6 A.M. cold and rainy garage sales. it always made our day to share friendly and funny gossip about friends and competitors. We’ll forever miss him. God speed Mr. Fry
Lisa, Lane, & family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Reading his obit and the tributes to him, it is obvious he was a well loved friend & family man. I am praying for all of you to enjoy God’s peace & comfort along with your good memories of Mr. Fry. LI’ve to all.
Sue
Lisa, Lane, and all the kids and grandkids…we are so sad for you all in your loss of your beloved daddy and granddaddy. I don’t think I ever met him or your mom, but from knowing you, Lisa, I know they taught you how to passionately love others. I loved how you loved my parents and were willing to do anything for them, no matter what…and that endeared you to me forever. I can see how much the Frys seem to love each other to the max…and that’s a wonderful quality to have as a family. That very love will get you through this time of sadness…plus depending on the best Love of All, God’s Love. We are praying for you all.
Dear Joyce and Family,
It was sad to hear that Aaron has passed. I will remember him as a very nice man. Always a smile for everyone. He was really good to work with at TxDot. That is where I first met him. Let me know if I can do anything for you.
Praying for you and your family.
Shirley Hunn
Dear Joyce, Bridget and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Aaron will be missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Aaron was always on the go, making the most of everyday. He is now at peace and pain free. Aaron is resting now with the Lord. He was loved by many. May this bring you comfort during this most difficult time.
Dear Joyce, Bridget and family,
I have just now learned about Aaron’s death. He was one of the dearest men I have had the pleasure of meeting….always smiling, being friendly and joking and such a good junker…the envy of all women junker’s who have never had the beautiful experience of such a wonderfully supportive spouse! Just a few weeks ago, he was asking if it was ok to come to a sale in his wheel chair. Aaron loved to junk, too!
Joyce, in the days ahead, I know you and your family will enjoy recalling the many fond and loving memories of your time together with Aaron. Thank God for those!
I know that Aaron, after such a long illness, was weary. May he rest in peace!