Mrs. Jessie Mae Frye

March 1, 1931 - November 27, 2020

Sister Jessie Mae Frye daughter of the late Oliver and Dora Simmons was born in Bells, TN on March 1, 1931, and departed this life on November 27, 2020. Sister Frye was educated in Crockett County, Bells, TN. Sister Frye became a member of McLemore Street Church of Christ, now Cherryville Rd. Church of Christ, at a young age where she taught ladies Bible class, and the young ladies training class until her health became a problem. Sister Frye also spoke at Ladies Day programs, was a sponsor for SWCC as well as secretary for Jonah Advancement for Color People. Sister Frye was preceded in death by her husband Sam Frye, son Jere Frye, and daughter Brenda Frye Cason. Mother leaves to cherish her memories five sons: Samuel (Margaret) Brooks of Portland, Oregon. Jimmie Frye of Bells, TN. Willie (Marjorie) Frye, of Richland Hills, TX. Johnnie (Belinda) Frye of Dallas, TX, and Billy Frye of Bells, TN. One daughter, Mary Frye of Bells, TN. Sister Frye was a faithful Christian, always striving for the work of the Lord, there was never enough time in the day for her to work, she was always working for her “Crown.” Sister Frye had a special granddaughter, Teresa Folks, niece Mae Jones, and great-niece Mary Davis of Bells, TN. Special grandsons Ellis Gray, Evan Gray, and James Cason Jr. One brother, L.M. (Lena) Simmons of South Carolina. A host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many dear friends.