Imogene J Frye, age 92, of Cordova, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in her home surrounded by love. She was a widow of C.G. “Jimmy” Frye. They shared over 50 years of marriage together before his passing in December of 2000. Imogene was born in Maury City “Frog Jump,” Tennessee. She was the oldest of four daughters born to Clarence and Hazel Jones. When Imogene moved to Memphis, she worked for RCA and then Kellogg’s until her retirement in 1996. She was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis. Imogene “Memutt” was a fervent disciple of the Lord and enjoyed reading and studying her Bible. She enjoyed collecting, crocheting, and ceramics. Her hands and mind were always busy. She crocheted even into the days before her passing. Imogene had two children, Linetta Jane Pumphrey (Dannie), and Jimmy Dale Frye (1953-2013). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Amy Bowles (Brian), Brandon Stiles (Emily), and Jordan Frye. Her great grandchildren, Shelby, Mackenzie (2000-2022), Charlie, Gunner, Archer, and Jax. And lastly, her great-great grandchildren, Rowan & Rylan. She is loved by many nieces, nephews, and other loved ones including her two best friends Mae and Imer V.
A gathering of family and friends for Imogene will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133. A celebration of life will occur Friday, July 19, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133. A committal will occur Friday, July 19, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 3700 N Germantown Pkwy, Bartlett, TN 38133.
