Richard had an indelible sense of humor and was a prolific story and joke teller. He was an avid reader. You could always find him with a stack of newspapers, or books on current affairs or African American history. He loved soul music and soul food. He could point you to the best soul food restaurants in every major city in the U.S. He was a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and was often seen wearing his Crimson and Creme. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Thomas and Mary, his brother Robert, and sister Carol. Richard leaves to mourn and remember him, his children, sons Richard Frye (mother-Beverly Reid), Derek Frye, daughters Tricia Broadnax, Kelli (Jason) Daniels and Shannon Frye. “Crown Jewels’, granddaughters Faith, Hannah and Elise, “Richard’s guys’, grandsons Kellen and DJ. Richard made each one of his children and grandchildren feel like they were the most special people in the world. He also leaves former wife and friend Joyce Tillman Frye, Crissie Frye, his brother Edward, sister Sharon, special nephew Todd (Roz), colleagues Laura Dayton and Kenya Frye, along with a host of family and friends, who he loved and appreciated very much. The family would like to thank the staff of the George E. Wahlen Veterans home, his nurse Sandy and special volunteers Otis and Al, Dr. Volden and staff at Ogden Regional Hospital, and Atlas Hospice for their care of our father. At the desire and request of Richard's heart and his last wishes, there will be no services.