William "Bill" Matthews Frye's obituary , Passed away on May 22, 2025 in Charles City, Iowa

William "Bill" Matthews Frye

May 22, 2025

Charles City, Iowa

William "Bill" Matthews Frye's obituary , Passed away on May 22, 2025 in Charles City, Iowa

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society/Central Iowa

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William "Bill" Matthews Frye

May 22, 2025

Charles City, Iowa

William Matthews Frye Obituary

The passing of William Matthews Frye of Charles City, Iowa leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 22, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Judge Jack Frye and Helen Frye; and his father-in-law Robert Gossard. He is survived by: his wife Carol Frye (Gossard); his daughters, Julia Odugbesan and Abby Frye (Lindsay); his grandchildren, Lola, Kemi (Julia) and Ellis; his sister Barbara Frye; his mother-in-law Marcia Gossard; his nieces, Ara Pelz and Trisha DePreter; and his nephew Ben Vogt.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to the Charles City Public Library, an institution close to Bill's heart. Checks may be sent to: Charles City Public Library Foundation 910 Clark Street Charles City, IA 50616.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society/Central Iowa



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