James Frank Fly Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Frank Fly of Memphis, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on May 11, 2026 at the age of 97, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Frank Fly to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Henry (Fly) and Mary Eleanor Charlton Fly; his sister Betty; and his wife Helen Gatchell. He is survived by: his children, Jimmy Fly (Debbie), Pamela Albin (David) and John Fly (Michelle); and his grandchildren, Megan Fly Bell (Cliff), Kevin Fly (Alex), Mallory Albin Sisko (Adam), Molly Albin West (Adam), Kelsi Parks (Jacob) and Chelsea Watkins (Luke). He is also survived by 13 Great-Grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 22nd 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Lindenwood Christian Church (2400 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38112). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, May 22nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A committal service will be held on Friday, May 22nd 2026 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Memphis Memory Gardens (6444 Raleigh Lagrange Rd, Memphis, TN 38134).
