The Blue Ridge School community was saddened to learn of the passing of Carl B. “Coby” Frye, Jr. ’89 on April 1, 2019. Last Thursday, Coby was attending a BB&T award celebration with his wife Karen in Orlando. At the dinner, Coby aspirated food and he was rushed to the hospital. Early Monday morning, he passed away peacefully. Coby was the son of former Athletic Director Carl B. Frye, Sr., and his wife Nancy.

The Fryes were noted for being a very close-knit and loving family. Coby was the eldest of four children, and they spent all of their formative years living at the school. He was a very popular four-year boy at The Blue Ridge School and distinguished himself as an honors student as well as a three season athlete, participating on the varsity football, basketball and varsity baseball teams. Coby returned to Blue Ridge School to coach alongside his father and to teach summer school. He and Karen were married in the School’s Gibson Memorial Chapel.

“This is a tragic turn of events and the entire Blue Ridge community is simply at a loss,” said Headmaster Trip Darrin. “Coby Frye was a beloved alumnus who embodied the strength of character we strive for all our students to achieve. Coby was a family man who so proudly spoke about his father when we dedicated Frye Field for Carl. Coby’s death leaves a huge void. The combined thoughts and prayers of all current Blue Ridge boys and members of faculty and staff are with Carl, Nancy, and the Frye family.”

Coby enjoyed a very successful career in banking with BB&T in Richmond. In addition to his parents and siblings, Meredith, Dan, and Josh, Coby is survived by his beloved wife, Karen, and sons, Boice and Cole.

The Frye Family appreciates all your love and support. More information will be communicated regarding the service.