Submit a PhotoJames Earnest Frye passed away on January 20, 2026 at age 86, a quiet but powerful force of goodness, leaving behind a legacy of service as an orthopedic surgeon and touching many lives with his skill and generosity. He had a legendary love for hunting and fishing and cherished his time in Alaska and Colorado. He was happiest when he was with his six grandchildren and family.
James is survived by his wife, Inge Frye; children, Mark Frye (Rosa), David Frye (Sara) and Devon Ruegamer (Trevor); grandchildren, Olivia Frye, Lucas Frye, Madeleine Ruegamer, Alexander Ruegamer, Katherine Ruegamer and Fiona Frye; sister, Barbara Ross; nephew, Michael Ross, and niece, Shelly Simpson; cousins, Dana Ross and Jodie Ross; preceded in death by Charles Roy Frye, brother.
We will miss his hugs every day.
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I miss him. He was Chuck’s big brother. Since Chuck has passed away I can image Ernie and Chuck sitting in Heaven reminiscing about their hunting trips. My prayers go out to his family.
We will miss his wonderful smile and sense of humor. Whether he was just down the street or across the country his presence would bring a smile to our face. He made life better for all who knew him. James, thanks for the wonderful memories, with tears we will miss you.
Doc was one of a kind, very soft spoken and always a perfect gentleman. Doc hunted with me for many years and was a guest in my home for many of those hunts, I will miss Doc more than my words can express, but I know we will meet again in our heavenly kingdom and have many more hunts.
Inga I’m sorry we couldn’t make it to the service due to a family illness, but please know that I was thinking of Doc and you and your beautiful family during this time of grief. Rest in heaven my brother I will miss you until me meet again.