James J. Frye

James J. Frye, 82, of Fonda, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at River Ridge Living Center in Amsterdam. He was born in Amsterdam on June 9, 1943, a son of Wesley and Dorkis Muddle Frye. A lifelong area resident, James moved to Gloversville as a child and attended local schools. He lived in Fonda for the past 40 years. Mr. Frye proudly served in the United States Army and later the Army National Guard and was honorably discharged in 1964. Jim worked in local mills before his employment at General Electric Co. in Schenectady. He was a machinist there for nearly 20 years. Later, Mr. Frye was an assistant manager at Stewart’s in Fonda until his retirement. He was a devoted and active member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Gloversville. He loved singing and playing guitar, especially spiritual works. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family and adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also a sports enthusiast and fan of the Yankees, Giants, and Knicks. In retirement, Jim loved the outdoors and camping. In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by a brother, Paul, and two sisters, Helen and Sally, and his son-in-law, Richard Westfall. Survivors include his wife, Lynne H. Weil Frye, whom he married on June 20, 1963; three children, Debra Westfall of Fonda, James J. (Joanne) Frye, II of Caroga Lake, and Darren Frye of New York City; eight brothers, Wesley (Effie) Frye of Fonda, Douglas (Linda) Frye of Northville, Phillip (Roseann) Frye of Johnstown, William (Debbie) Frye, David Frye, Rick (Diane) Frye, Michael Frye, and Jeffrey Frye all of Gloversville; a sister, Kathy (Frank) Dolder of Gloversville; two grandchildren, Amanda (Alex) Brownell and Matthew Westfall; three great-grandchildren, Carson, Asher, and Myles; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 11 am. at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 12 James Street, Gloversville with Rev. Peter Ellis, officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at a later date at Maple Avenue Cemetery, Fultonville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or American Kidney Foundation, both in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are by Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106, Johnstown.

James J. Frye

June 9, 1943 - May 25, 2026

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June 9, 1943 - May 25, 2026

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