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Troopers Find Bodies Believed to be Missing Couple Save Email Print
Posted: 10:58 PM May 6, 2008
 Last Updated: 7:02 AM May 8, 2008
 Reporter: Tim Irr
Email Address: Tim.Irr@wsaz.com
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UPDATE WEDNESDAY:
DUNLOW, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- West Virginia State Police believe they've recovered the bodies of a missing couple from southeast Ohio.

According to a news release, troopers found the bodies near Willard and Patty Frye's car. It was parked in a wooded area near Dunlow, West Virginia, and was found Tuesday morning.

Emergency crews started searching the area around the car Wednesday morning.

State Police say that although the bodies are believed to be the Fryes, they have not been positively identified.

The news release states that there are no obvious signs of foul play, but troopers are continuing to investigate the incident.


UPDATE TUESDAY:
WAYNE COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – A startling discovery Tuesday means the search will intensify again for an elderly couple from southern Ohio. The couple has been missing for nearly two months.

A friend of Patty and Willard Frye found their car Tuesday morning. It was abandoned over a hillside in Wayne County, West Virginia.

The Fryes are from Crown City in Gallia County.

Patty Frye suffers from dementia and Willard Frye has early stage Alzheimer's. They were last seen March 14 at a gas station in Wayne County.

Wednesday morning, WV State Police said the car was found in a heavily wooded area that was on family property in the Dunlow area.

They said there was no visible damage to the car and the car was locked. There was also no sign of blood or a struggle.

State Police have towed the car to a secure location for processing.

State Police will use search dogs this morning in the Dunlow area where the car was found.

The couple's caretaker says Mrs. Frye became delusional and violent, took control of the car and drove off.

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Posted by: Anonymous on Jul 2, 2008 at 10:11 PM
What happen to the couple? Did they wonder off? Did someone do this? What did the Autopsy show as the cause of deaths?
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 30, 2008 at 01:04 PM
If you want to express your thoughts to Patty and Bill you can go to Timeformemory.com/hall. Bless you all for your thoughs and prayers
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 26, 2008 at 06:37 PM
What has the law(FBI) said about how and why they died? Is there any evidence of foul-play or anything like that?
Posted by: Kathy Bernard, daughter on Jun 24, 2008 at 08:51 AM
Mom and Dad will be buried this week in Northeast Ohio. They will be laid to rest in a simple graveside service next to their beloved son Jeffrey Chris as they had always planned.I want to again thankyou all for your prayers and support during this difficult time. Those who wish to send flowers we are asking to either make a donation to the Alzheimers Association or please send flowers to someone you care about that perhaps you havent seen in awhile. That would bless my Mom and Dad!!!!In Christ love kathy
Posted by: Kathy Bernard,daughter on Jun 22, 2008 at 09:44 PM
PLease allow me to address the issue of the "caregiver". My aunt is not to blame. If you know anything about the awful disease of Alzheimers you know how unstable and even violent they can become during an "episode". Its is totally unpredictable. Should they have been in a nursing home...I dont truly know.. maybe or maybe they would have given up and died even sooner. I believe in my heart that the disease simply got the best of them and all they both wanted was to go and be with the Lord. The legal cause of death is exposure to the elements, in my heart of hearts I think they both simply gave up and went "home" together to be with Jesus. And while at times I fight the awful thoughts of those last hours for them I KNOW THAT WHEN THEY BREATHED OUT THEIR LAST BREATHE ON EARTH AND BREATHED IN THE VERY SCENT AND ESSANCE OF JESUS they counted the cost worth it all!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 19, 2008 at 11:49 PM
Just a little update just in case anyone still wants some answers. Their bodies were sent out of state to try and find the cause of death. I haven't spoken with any of the other family since earlier today. We did find out they may be released on Thursday. No funeral here. They will have a graveside service in Ohio. They will be buried by their son whom died several years ago. This is what they would want. I will try to update when I find out the true cause of death. Thanks to all who are still concerned and thanks for everyones prayers!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 13, 2008 at 09:59 AM
As anything been figured out yet of the cause of death or funeral arrangments?
Posted by: Bethany on Jun 10, 2008 at 01:39 AM
I just wanted to let everyone know that we will put out more info as we get it. Patty and Bill are my aunt and uncle!
Posted by: ACV on Jun 1, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Linda thank you very much for the update.
Posted by: Patty's sister Linda on May 28, 2008 at 07:03 PM
to those of you who continue to check this site for information... My sister and her husband have been positively identified. the preliminary autopsy has shown probably the elements, however for forensic purposes they are doing testing on the bones to determine time of death and to rule out a myriad of other possible causes. the forensic team to my understanding does not suspect anything its just that they cover all the bases.that all takes time. sometimes a lot of time. We are ok with that because we know our loved ones went to be with the Lord some time back. no burial can be planned until they are released. We will keep you informed.
Posted by: ACV on May 27, 2008 at 09:53 AM
Am sure there are many people waiting for the final results of the autopsy and also know this is a very personal issue but, if at all possible, please let us know the final details. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Frye Family. We can only imagine the ordeal each of you have experienced. God Bless you all.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 27, 2008 at 08:16 AM
we don't know anything yet, to my understanding the examiner was in the hospital , so everything was delayed, we are still waiting to find out, we are in limbo as of a funeral also, we just don't know anything yet
Posted by: Pam on May 27, 2008 at 12:00 AM
Why hasn't there been an update on the Frye family?I still check every day to see when there funeral will be. So many of us have prayed for these people,I almost feel like they're part of my family.I know not everyone can attend the service for them,but there should be a guest page for the public to send there condolences.I will continue to pray for the family,now is the hardest time.I also wonder if the autopsy result will be revealed.I know that is a private thing but we can't help but wonder.May GOD keep and bless you all.
Posted by: ACV on May 26, 2008 at 09:25 AM
I, too, continue to wonder about this couple.....was just so sad this had to happen. If possible please give us an update. Thank you.
Posted by: concerned on May 25, 2008 at 03:19 PM
is the ivestigation as to what happened to them stil going on? I haven't heard anymore about it on the news and can't help to wonder what really happened to this couple. It remains a mistry to me, especially finding their bodies so close together?
Posted by: sue b. on May 20, 2008 at 10:40 AM
has their been a funeral service for patty and willard? i haven't seen the obituary in the paper. take care.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 19, 2008 at 04:04 PM
Yes, the did identify them. I am sure they will continue to cover it. They (WSAZ) have been really nice to our whole family!
Posted by: sue b. on May 15, 2008 at 10:15 AM
i checked this site to see if they had determinde yet if it was patty and willard. i hope wsaz will carry the story. i wish you peace and comfort frye family members. and that your grief will ease soon. take care.
Posted by: Missy Dixon on May 14, 2008 at 09:11 PM
for Kayla and Jerry and Abby too if it is true for Jerry's grandparents i am so sorry to hear about that i was praying and keeping them in my prayers about them and hoping they was found alive. You all are in my prayers and thoughts and i am really sorry too but we're always there for you all.
Posted by: ROBIN (CYRUS)GOLDEN on May 12, 2008 at 08:29 PM
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE.YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHT'S AND PRAYER'S. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 12, 2008 at 03:07 PM
Just wanted to let everyone know that I am thinking of them and I love them. I will see everyone soon.
Posted by: Bethany on May 11, 2008 at 02:52 AM
To Hunt! Thanks for the kind words. You really summed it up for us. They were my aunt and uncle, but they have ALWAYS said they wanted to go together. I know without a doubt they are in heaven with no more pain or heartaches. Thanks again hunt for your kind words. I also want to think Mr. Tim Err, he gave me a number that I could speak to him at the news station. He has been so kind, along with Michael Wooten and Bill Murray! Thanks again WSAZ for helping us!
Posted by: Frye Family on May 10, 2008 at 10:30 PM
It's so sad looking on here everyday,and seeing such horrible comment's and arguing.Yes,the family is trying to deal with this..and it is hard with so many negative remarks being made.It's not surprising,just upsetting. All it does is put it on our hearts to pray for you all more.Let God work in your lives! When you truly 'have' Him and serve Him faithfully and COMPLETELY,He takes care of you and blesses your heart. Grandma and Poppa were living proof of what God gives,and can do for His saints.I am happy for them..for they've made it home.They both spoke so often of just awaiting the day for Jesus to come for them.They were anxious to leave all of these troubles behind..and I'm praising Him for that. I don't doubt one bit Grandmas dipping her toes in that beautiful,glistening river."I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU LORD,FOR EVERYTIME YOU HEARD ME PRAY,I JUST WANT TO THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE,WHEN I WAS SO DOWN AND FEELING OUT,YOU CAME ALONG & MADE ME WANT TO SHOUT" Thanks to all of you!
Posted by: Trish on May 10, 2008 at 05:01 PM
Hey everyone. Sorry for not updating lately. I thought I should stay away from some of the rude comments. Thats not fair to the ones that truly care. The family is doing the best we can. We have each other and prayers from all of you. This has been such a hard thing to deal with but, we all know they are in heaven rejoicing! Some of the family really held on to the fact they were still alive and they are having a harder time. The rest of us has been really grieving this for over 55 days. It has not been easy for no one. There will be a funeral service here in WVa when they are released from the medical examiners office but they will be buried in northern Ohio with their son Chris. I will post on here also when that will be plus it will be in the paper. Any question you can contact me by Trish06@zoominternet.net. Thank you to everyone. I also wanted to say hello to Kim. We miss you!
Posted by: Related on May 10, 2008 at 02:38 PM
They have gone home to the Lord. They were good, sweet people which anyone who has met them can attest. While those who love them will always miss them there is comfort in the knowledge that we will all be reunited and rejoice in Heaven. For those who are negative please keep in mind that these two wonderful people were parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, siblings, an aunt and uncle, and more. While all of the negative that happens daily in our world has made many cynical a family is still grieving. Please practice empathy as you would hope others would if your family was faced with this situation.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 10, 2008 at 12:44 PM
my heart goes out to the family. maybe this IS a kind of "notebook romance", maybe this is how they had it planned, and i know the family was very close before this happened, but im sure they are much closer now, since everyone has came together to look for them. maybe that is how god wanted things to go. its a very very sad story but also a happy one in the end. god works in mysterious ways. the loving couple died together, and did not have to suffer a day without each other, the family all came even closer together (no doubt they were close before). its is very sad but very happy and humbling to me at the same time. best of luck coping with your situation fryes.
Posted by: hunt on May 10, 2008 at 10:06 AM
First of all, read wsaz's reporting of the story. It says thata friend of the couple found their car on Tuesday morning. First they say that the car was found over a hillside acc to state police. The story also states the vehicle was found on family property. What else are the viewers who read this stuff supposed to think? When you first read this shoddy reporting, one would give credence to the idea that there was something "fishy." However, what is printed and what is fact is oft times conflicting. I would believe the family before I would WSAZ. They know first hand about the couple. WSAZ also should not let negative comments be seen by the family or anyone else. My thoughts are with the family. They were obviously a much loved couple.
Posted by: Updates on May 10, 2008 at 08:34 AM
Updates Please. We would still like to know how the family is doing, and prayers to all involved.
Posted by: KIM (MAYNARD) ADKINS on May 9, 2008 at 09:56 PM
I JUST WANT EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY TO KNOW THAT IM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE.I HAVE KNOWN THIS FAMILY FOR A LONG TIME. THEY WERE WONDERFUL TO ME AND I WILL HAVE ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS!!!
Posted by: Trish on May 9, 2008 at 08:42 PM
VIEWER, You are just a rude person .I hope and pray you never have to experience what our family has. God sees and hears all and you do reep what you soul. So get ready you have it coming. Most people I know are kind loving people, I don't know you and I guess thats why and you certainly are to coward to let us know. When a family is going through a time like this why would you want to put down or say something that you really just don't even know what you are talking about. I will be praying for you cause I can see what kind of person you are and I bet you have a lot of troubles in your life to say something like that. GOD BLESS
Posted by: lea on May 9, 2008 at 05:06 PM
Maybe wsaz shouldnt post some of these comments?
Posted by: CRYSTAL on May 9, 2008 at 01:44 PM
FIRST OFF, WAYNE COUNTY POLICE NEVER DO ANYTHING AND IF IT WERENT FOR THE FAMILY PUSHING AND TAKING THINGS INTO THEIR OWN HANDS THEY WOULD NEVER BE FOUND. AS FOR FOUL PLAY, COME ON THIS IS A SMALL TOWN WHERE EVERYONE KNOWS EVERYONE AND IS PRETTY MUCH FAMILY. ALSO, WITH THEM HAVING ALZHEIMERS AND HER BEING IN THE FIRST STAGES OF IT, THEY COULD HAVE WANDERED AROUND FOR A WHILE NOT REALIZING WHICH WAY TO GO, OR EVEN WHERE THEY WERE AT. PLUS WE HAVE HAD QUITE A FEW COLD NIGHTS SINCE THEN, AND SORRY IF THIS SOUNDS VIOLENT TO THE FAMILY BUT IF ANYTHING GOT THEM IT WOULD HAVE BEEN THE WILD CATS AND BEARS. IT'S JUST SAD THAT PPL HAVE SUCH A BORING LIFE THEY TRY TO MAKE UP MURDER AND SUICIDE TO PUT A BIT OF THRILL IN THEIR OWN LIFE. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS
Posted by: Praying for you on May 9, 2008 at 01:28 PM
I understand many of you as family are not happy with some of the comments on here and I agree with you. I have thought about this couple quite often and wasn't sure why, however I am happy to know you are getting some closure. I only have a couple questions, where they were found, had they EVER been there before or was it coincidence of the location? The other question is, what is the reason they feel this has happened, or do you already know as a family. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. I could never imagine having to go through something like this. Sounds like they were GOOD Christian people that were ready to go when their time came. I am glad they are with our Father and I am sure they are with you at all times. BLESS YOU ALL!
Posted by: Mom of 2 on May 9, 2008 at 12:12 PM
My heart goes out to the family. Everyone needs to keep their nasty comments to themselves, what if this were your family, you wouldn't like it either
Posted by: Viewer on May 9, 2008 at 12:09 PM
FAMILY needs to stop complaining about some of the comments. You guys should have known when this was going to be online people where going to say both good and bad things. People have every right to assume what they want and you just need to get over it.
Posted by: Marie on May 9, 2008 at 11:38 AM
I'm really sorry about your loss...may you find peace knowing they are with a loving God. It hard to hear what people say some times...but I hope if you ready some of the comments you can find comfort. God Bless all the family and friends of this couple.
Posted by: Jean Kelly on May 9, 2008 at 10:32 AM
My heart goes out to your family, I have been best friends with Pat and Willard for years and blessed to have had them in my life. Two of the best people I know. Pat always talked about setting by the Jordan river and dipping her feet in the water. I can just see her and Willard there now. ( him splashing her of course ) I thank God for all my memory's They were good times. May God's Love and Peace comfort the family in this time of sorrow.
Posted by: sue b. on May 9, 2008 at 10:25 AM
my condolences and sympathy go out to the frye family members. i am truly sorry that this happened to such good people. patty and willard no longer have to suffer any pain or health problems. they were together and probably would of wanted it that way. it will help you to grieve if you just think of what they would say to you to comfort you in your grief if they could say anything to you about what has happened. i am sure there were times that they gave you comfort in the past. no one can know when your personal grief will find releif but it will ease at some point. patty and willard would want you to be happy in your life and they will save you a seat where they are. just take these terrible days a day at a time and push forward until your grief eases. take care.
Posted by: Sharon on May 9, 2008 at 09:52 AM
Hello to the family and friends of these dear loved ones. I have kept up with this story. I would try not!!! to read these comments from so many negative people. You knew them best. I think of this story as being a BEAUTIFL love story and to come to the end. I haven't walked in your shoes but i do know so many prople are praying for your comfort and closing. As i was reading some of the comments I could only think of these two being together for so many years and saying they hoped they go together. Wow, God answeres prayers!
Posted by: April on May 9, 2008 at 09:20 AM
Thoughts and prayers to the family for peace in your time of loss.
Posted by: Debbie on May 9, 2008 at 08:41 AM
Aging can be very difficult for some and even harder for loved ones to watch.As a nurse, and having gone thru it with family, I know how hard it can be. Please keep negative remarks to yourself at this time and put yourself in their shoes. There's nothing at all "fishy" about this, and as I said it's not the first time something like this has happened.
Posted by: Judy S. on May 9, 2008 at 07:58 AM
Just wanted all of you to realize that it does not matter what people might try to do or say. God knows the whole story. Pray for those who hurt and use you or your family. This is just another attack of the old devil. Give this battle to God, then you can have peace. You can't change people, only God can. Let them wag their tounges but it won't change the truth. So don't worry yourself with this matter. Trust the Lord and think of happy memories of Bill & Patty. Don't let the devil torture you...Go for God's sweet peace. That is the only thing that will take the hurt and rage away. Peace that passes all understanding. I love you all, Judy Sexton
Posted by: To Trisha on May 9, 2008 at 02:37 AM
Get your facts straight or keep your mouth shut. I have nothing to explain to you, but I think you may need to go back to school and learn to read. You dont seem very smart. Back off of the family, its hard enough on them as it is.
Posted by: JEANNIE KERNS on May 9, 2008 at 01:29 AM
WILLARD AND PATTY ATTENDED OUR CHURCH.I WAS PRIVELEDGED TO KNOW THEM.THE NEXT TO LAST SERVICE THEY ATTENDED I WAS COMPELLED TO TELL SISTER FRYE SOMETHING I HAD NEVER SAID OR EXPERIENCED IN MY LIFE.THIS WOMAN HAD THE SWEETEST SPIRIT I HAVE EVER KNOWN. I TOLD HER THAT I WAS AFRAID THAT SHE WOULD THINK I WAS STRANGE,BUT GOD TOLD ME TO TELL HER HOW I FELT ABOUT HER.IF I WAS EVER IN THE PRESENCE OF AN ANGEL,IT HAD TO BE HER.SHE HAD A GLOW .SHE SMILED HER SWEET SMILE AND REPLIED "I GOT SAVED WHEN I WAS 16 YEARS OLD AND I AM 72.I LOVE THE LORD AND I CAN'T WAIT TO GO HOME TO HIS KINGDOM" I WORRIED ABOUT WILLARD BECAUSE HE WAS SO FRAIL AND I ASKED HER IF SHE WOULD BE OFFENDED IF I GAVE HER A WHEELCHAIR FOR HIM.SHE SMILED SO SWEETLY AND SAID THAT WOULD BE WONDERFUL AND THANKED ME.TODAY THAT WHEELCHAIR IS STILL WAITING IN THE CHURCH FOR THEM AND EVERY TIME I SEE IT SITTING THERE IT BREAKS MY HEART THAT THEY ARE GONE.BUT I PRAISE GOD THAT WILLARD DOESN'T NEED IT IN GODS KINGDOM.I LOVED THEM DEEPLY.
Posted by: Connie on May 8, 2008 at 11:15 PM
OK the first thing the car was not on family's property. It was on land of one of Patty's Very loved nephews, Father-in-laws land. The owner of the land was hunting when he spotted the car. So I wish the that the people with negative comments would just mind there own business. No One Knows what a horrible two months we have went through. I wonder if any of the busybodies remembers Patty's daughter Kathy request on April 29th. She asked for people come together, to fast and Pray. So Gods people have done that and he has Blessed us. Please the real people that read this still remember us in Prayer. Patty and Bill are my Sister-in-law and Brother-and-law. I Love them very much, they have always been a great help to all. They always Put God first. I know tonight they are in a blessed place of peice and rest. I pray someone surrenders there heart to the Lord, though this. They have many Family members who love them dearly. They will be missed but Earth loss is Heavens gain.
Posted by: Arnicia Frye on May 8, 2008 at 10:40 PM
Please pray for all of our family.They were my great aunt and uncle, and i did;nt know them very well.But it still hurts.You will Always be remebered in our hearts.You two are loved and missed very much
Posted by: Trish ( grand-daughter) on May 8, 2008 at 10:39 PM
I want to clarify a few things. I don't feel like I should have to but I want to. First of all there is nothing fishy. God allowed this to happen. He don't make bad things happen but he does allow them for his own reasons. They did not commit suicide. How stupid for you to even say that. You should be ashamed of yourself. Some of you people need to get your facts straight before you pass judgment or for that matter even speak. God is a wonderful God and if and when he wants us to know anything he will. Everything that my grandmother had with her was still with her, purse, money, jewelry, keys, etc. My grandparents are in heaven together singing with the angles in their mansion. Everyone needs accept that, that is the way God wanted things to happen. We got our closure. Thats what we wanted. It doesn't make things easy but we are a strong family and we have each other. Thank you to everyone for all your prayers and concern. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!
Posted by: Arnicia on May 8, 2008 at 10:36 PM
This was my family and on your report on here you have it wrong.They were last seen at Bub's Drive Thru in East Lynn WV.If you are going to tell something about someones family GET IT RIGHT!And you guys should know thats were they were last seen because you had you CAMERA CREW out at the store telling it on the news.And noew you are saying they were seen at a Gas Station in Wayne.Get your story straight about someones family!thanks
Posted by: rogher and brenda hargus on May 8, 2008 at 09:32 PM
Rogher and I pray that the family looks to God for his peace. We want the family to know we are so sorry for their loss. Brother Willard and Sister Pat will always be remembered for living a Godly life. It was a blessing to have known them for all these years. I will never forget all the fun times with them and I will never forget them. God put Willard and Pat in our life and we are so thankful for that. Praise God they are in Heaven and one day I will see them again. If we trust in the Lord and serve him we have the same assurance. May the family all love each other and carry on till the meet them in heaven. I know that is what they would want now for the family. Trust God Trust God Love Rogher& Brenda Hargus
Posted by: Melissa on May 8, 2008 at 08:31 PM
I am the oldest granddaughter of Willard and Patty Frye, and I am shocked and suprised at how stupid some people are. Let us mourn in Peace. My grandparents are loving and caring people, and they do NOT deserve to have this nonsense talk going on. Thank you to all for there kind thoughts and generous prayers during this time.
Posted by: Judy S. on May 8, 2008 at 06:13 PM
Dear Friends There is plenty of Bill & Patty in all of you to enjoy until you see them in Heaven someday. You must pull together and love each other more than ever. God will be there and help you all. You know Patty and Bill lived a life of joy in Jesus. They gave you the greatest gift by telling you & showing you about their Lord. I am looking forward to the day Patty, Bill, Chris, Granny Marshall, Millard,and all the others will join in song and praise to God through eternity. Patty & Bill would tell you if they could "Get ready, be ready,& stay ready, to meet them in Heaven". Love and prayers, Judy Sexton
Posted by: Bethany on May 8, 2008 at 05:06 PM
They found Pattys purse with all her money in it. Her rings, car keys, everything. So I Dont think its any foul play. We will know more answers soon.
Posted by: sarah on May 8, 2008 at 03:49 PM
My prayers are with the family .... i went to church with sis pat and brother willard and i am crshed ... They were like grandparents to me and i can't even imagine what you guys are going through right now .. my love and prayers for every family member goes out to you . love , Sarah
Posted by: Debbie on May 8, 2008 at 02:53 PM
It says it was family property, it doesn't say it was THEIR family's property. I think they mean it's not owned by the county state or a business. The 2 elderly women that were from Northern Ky. that disappeared while driving to Louisville to shop were also found on family property (not theirs) in a wooden area almost a year after they disappeared. One was in the car the other a short distance away. These areas are dense and hard to search. I'm very sorry for the family it ended this way, but it's pretty much what I thought when they weren't found after several days.
Posted by: Linda, Pattys sister on May 8, 2008 at 02:35 PM
to concerned; you apparently know nothing about alzheimers! First off they were not on family property. and a family member did not find them. a family member was called after a hunter found the car. The family member rushed there from Logan county and identified the car. The bodies were found the next day a good ways from the car. appeared they were walking to try and find their way out. but they walked the wrong way.Her purse was found also with everything in it leading the police to believe there was no foul play which gives us some comfort knowing no one did this to them. She could drive down the rough road but only a four wheel drive could have made the way out. We owe no explanation to you but if you want to play detective get a clue if not a degree. Don't take for granted every report you hear is gospel. The news reporters make mistakes too but we overlook that as human error. shame on anyone who trys to add to our family's grief. Ask the christians you know to pray for us.
Posted by: Think on May 8, 2008 at 02:31 PM
Hey people the Notebook was a movie something isn't right here!
Posted by: The Frye's on May 8, 2008 at 02:15 PM
Im sorry I typed the site address wrong...its http://missingfryes.blogspot.com I apologize but I may not do anything with it for a bit.God Bless you all!
Posted by: FryeFamily02@yahoo.com on May 8, 2008 at 02:11 PM
The website we have is http://blogspot.missingfryes.com I probably wont do anything with it for a bit though.We need time to cope. And as far as them being found on 'family-property'...we were told at first that it was and in-laws property but its not.Someone just simply got mixed up on their information. An in-law found the car out in the deep woods while hunting. They then contacted law enforment to make sure instead of jumping to conclusion and tampering with it.The dogs and search teams went out yesterday while the family had to sit back out of the woods,and out of the scene so they could do their job.Please,I understand from your stand point things may sound odd or uncomprehensible..foul-play I have been told has been ruled out.The fact is,grandma had to have gotten lost..and thought that she was going to where she was raised as a girl.Then making the turn up this road,and soon off road.Please cont. to pray for us.I thank God for answering prayers! He's so wonderful!I Praise Him!
Posted by: Frye Family on May 8, 2008 at 02:02 PM
Our deepest and most cherished thoughts and memories continue to replay in our minds..beautiful,and precious people that God allowed to dwell within our family and our hearts. What theyve left behind is impossible to be put into words..they are loved!I pray that this be a firm foundation that the family uses..helping step their way up to Christ.Thats all that grandma and poppa wouldve wanted. Gods honored her prayer,that they go together.I thank Him and Praise His Holy Name!As hard as this is,the hurt and the pain..I Lift up His Name,for somehow in a miraculous way,He comforts us and is holding us all the way!We chose to go to church last night regardless of our state-of-mind.He blessed!And I can just hear grandma and her precious voice singing over and over in my mind."For the God in the Mountain,Is still God in the Valley." Even now God still pushes through all pain & sorrow and annoints with her ever so sweet voice,that I pray will forever cont. to play in my mind.fryefamily02@yahoo.
Posted by: Bev on May 8, 2008 at 01:15 PM
My heart goes out to this family. I know that it has been a difficult time for them. I'm sorry it had to end so tragically for them. They are in my prayers.
Posted by: Alice on May 8, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Come on you guys. These people need our love and prayers right now. Leave the investigating to the Police and your comments for another time. To the family - may God Bless and keep you through the trying days ahead. You are in my prayers.
Posted by: Barbara Malysa / Walters on May 8, 2008 at 11:24 AM
My,heart brakes for your loss!I am so.... sorry.Patty and Bill was the kinddes people I have ever know! and I know thier in Heaven may God keep you strong! Love The Walters,Arnold,Barb,Greta,Debbie,Arnie
Posted by: Local on May 8, 2008 at 11:15 AM
I am truly sorry to the families of this couple. I had a very close family member who passed away due to Alzheimers complications, dementia is also very difficult to deal with. Im sure you were doing your very best to take good care of them and I know they knew you loved them very much. Have peace in knowing that they are together. May God bless you and touch you in your time of grief.
Posted by: Sue Ann on May 8, 2008 at 10:28 AM
I cannot believe that some of you are starting with the negative comments again and saying things like they committed suicide. Do you people have no feelings at all? I happen to know a couple members of their family and believe me they don't need this type of thing right now. PLEASE KEEP ANY AND ALL NEGATIVE COMMENTS TO YOURSELF!!! Unless you have lived through this type of thing, you cannot begin to understand what they are going through right now. The best thing to do is to pray for them and their loss. If there was foul play, the truth will come out in time. In the meantime they need love and support not critical comments.
Posted by: Carrie Amis on May 8, 2008 at 10:23 AM
I just wanted to say I know members of this family and for people to think that they would do this is sickening. Although to some it does not make since how they could be found the way they were people need to understand that God lets everything happen for a reason. I will continue to pray for this family and hope that God will bring them peace and comfort. I am soooo sorry that this turned out the way it did I was really hoping they would be found unharmed.
Posted by: Jason on May 8, 2008 at 10:20 AM
It's really awful that people have left some of these comments. They obviously know nothing about the vastness of the area and the difficulty of a search like this. WSAZ should not allow comments on a sensitive story like this!
Posted by: Kathy S on May 8, 2008 at 10:20 AM
Also, to the family...if you haven't already, you should think about setting up a webpage for your parents/grandparents. You may have already set up one to alert folks to their disappearance. I just haven't had a chance to look. BUT if not, after the pain settles down a bit, you should think about setting up one in their memory & to honor them because I can tell from the pics/stories you all have had here on WSAZ, you guys are a loving family & they loved you all so much and vice versa. They lived together & died together & that's apparently what they wanted despite their illnesses. Love works that way. Even when our minds get fuzzy, we KNOW & can FEEL who we love, I believe that. Theirs is a wonderful love story. They (& you guys) have touched my heart & I'm a stranger & I'm sure you all have touched others too. It would be nice to be able to read more about your parents/grandparents & their story on a page dedicated to them I think God bless you all
Posted by: Kathy S on May 8, 2008 at 10:15 AM
I'm so sorry for the family. I too had hoped for a different ending & have been praying for all of you. They were evidently a very close/loving couple - together in life, together in death. They are together in Heaven now. It's very obvious they WANTED to be together & knew that despite their illnesses. Family, you guys can hang on to that at least. It's obvious even to us strangers that they loved each other VERY much & I'm sure they loved all of you very much too. I just wish for all of you that things had turned out differently, but now you know they're at peace & together with the angels. For those of you questioning/critisizing the family, this isn't the time. None of us know the circumstances about anything so please don't add more pain to this family. I don't know them BUT I can tell how much they loved their parents/grandparents so please respect all of them & not say hurtful things here. Not the place, not the time. To the family, my prayers are with you
Posted by: Anonymous on May 8, 2008 at 09:48 AM
My heart goes out to the family and friends of this couple. May God help you with your healing.
Posted by: confused on May 8, 2008 at 09:38 AM
why didnt the family take off after them if what they say is true i would have. something is very wrong here and wayne county police needs to do something after all it is election time lets see some investigation and find the truth for a change.
Posted by: Jenni on May 8, 2008 at 08:59 AM
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I didnt not know them but I feel as if I have lost members of my own family. Atleast they were together and they are in heaven now. God Bless you all......
Posted by: Rest in Peace on May 8, 2008 at 08:50 AM
My love and prayers go with this family! but take joy in knowing that they are with their Savior!!! No more dimentia, no more alzheimers, no more sadness or health problems of any kind. My heart breaks for your family knowing how much you will miss them, but i am glad that you have some kind of closure and that you wont just have to wonder what happened. May God bless you all!
Posted by: SAD on May 8, 2008 at 08:47 AM
I am sad of the outcome. I was thinking of the NOTEBOOK myself. Maybe this could have been joint suicide. May GOD bring you comfort.
Posted by: THINK FOR A SECOND! on May 8, 2008 at 07:45 AM
Trisha and Fishy, just because the bodies where found on family property doesn't mean they had been there the WHOLE time. You don't know if someone kidnapped them and then left them there recently or not...so don't be judging until you know the story! GEEEZZZ!!
Posted by: Fishy on May 8, 2008 at 07:03 AM
Yes, Trisha and Wondering, I agree. WSAZ also reported that the car looked like it was "pushed" off the road. It seems very, very weird. It also looks like there is a house close by. I think some investigating is in order. This whole thing has not added up for me.
Posted by: Trisha on May 8, 2008 at 03:26 AM
OK...WSAZ reported the couple missing March 16th...now...if this were my family I would search all areas and not give up until I found them...ESPECIALLY family property...now, a friend finds the car...it's on family property..AND...both bodies were found near the car...something's not adding up here !
Posted by: BARBIE on May 8, 2008 at 03:14 AM
TO ALL I AM THE NEICE OF PATTY AND BILL'S I JUST WANT TO THANK EVERYONE FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE FOR MY FAMILY,KEEP THE PRAYERS COMING WE ARE GONNA NEED THEM,I HAVE CRIED SO MUCH TODAY BUT I KNOW IN MY HEART THEY ARE UP WITH GRANNY AND PAW PAW SINGING AND REJOICING AND WATCHING OVER ALL OF US. I LOVE MY FAMILY I WILL BE HOME SOON
Posted by: Meeko on May 8, 2008 at 01:47 AM
I wish there was something that I could do to make this easier for you all. My heart goes out to you and my prayers still strong for the family. Just know that they are with the One now, that they have lived there lives for. Rejoicing, mo more being sick, confused, or scared. God Bless and stay strong. People, dont stop praying now. This family still needs it.
Posted by: Bethany on May 8, 2008 at 01:11 AM
First of all, I am speaking for our whole family when I say this, Thanks so much for the prayers, thanks for looking for them. We can't express enough how much it means to know so many are concerned. Okay, to clear some things up, it wasn't a family member who found the car. It was a cousins father-in-law. He was out hunting. He didn't know my aunt and uncle. He knew that his son-in-law had family members missing. What makes you people think they both couldn't have died without it being foul play. They were sick and in the woods. They probably didn't know how to get out. Please don't make rude comments before you know what you are talking about. This is my dear aunt and uncle that I am mourning over tonight. Thanks again to those who care and who have followed the story and prayed. Keep us in your prayers
Posted by: sam d. on May 7, 2008 at 11:31 PM
It's terribly sad that this ended like this,but it also ends the torture of wondering. I wish the outcome was better for the family, but I will pray for strength and forgiveness for whatever the reason this happened. love you amy!!
Posted by: J.J. on May 7, 2008 at 11:26 PM
" The Notebook " . Great movie but at the least just a movie . Something else had to happened. They more than likely didn't die at the same time if it was just them out there . Plus if they wanted to die together they would have been together . Is ther bears out there ? Just thinking of what could have happened . Also I wanna know what made that person look yesterday and not any other day in the past . I smell something fishy too like most .
Posted by: chelsea on May 7, 2008 at 10:15 PM
i feel sorry for the family i know it must be hard on them at this point in time,but just know that your in so many peoples prayers tonight.God bless the family.
Posted by: just wondering on May 7, 2008 at 10:04 PM
How can both die at the same time in the same place? This is odd to me. Why didn't they find this before now, esp. it being on family property? I think a more detailed investigation needs to be done. this is fishy to me.
Posted by: Ann on May 7, 2008 at 10:02 PM
I have kept up with this story, and many people have accused this family of neglect, as if they handed the couple the keys and the car. I am so glad on the news they stated that the caretaker was over powered by Mrs. Frye who had become aggresive, and that is how they took the car. Shame on all of you that critized this family. Each one of you need to apoligize to this family, but the truth is most of you leaving these hurtful comments, probably just read these stories and ask yourself "What could I say, to add hurt to these grieving families ?" then you continue on to the next story, Never keeping up with the facts, and leaving a world of pain for someone. Do not post comments unless you know what you are talking about. God bless this family, you are in my prayers.
Posted by: josh armstrong on May 7, 2008 at 09:34 PM
i will keep this familey in my prayers
Posted by: T on May 7, 2008 at 09:27 PM
SUE, WHAT DID THE WV STATE POLICE DO. RELATIVES HAD TO DO IT. WHAT HAVE THEY DONE IN THE PAST WEEKS ????
Posted by: Saddened on May 7, 2008 at 08:53 PM
My heart is hurting for the loss of two people definately loved and definately going to be missed. My heart hurts for the community, who passed them by day in and day out and had no idea that they were even around there.. This is soooo sad.. May god hold each of you in his protecting hands.
Posted by: Kyle on May 7, 2008 at 08:51 PM
Pray for their family, they really need it now. At least this will bring some closure.
Posted by: Truckin With Casey Jones on May 7, 2008 at 08:33 PM
God Bless this family.
Posted by: Sherry on May 7, 2008 at 08:18 PM
My God hold each of you in his arms and help you in this bad time. My prayers are with your whole family.
Posted by: connie adams on May 7, 2008 at 07:47 PM
The witness that the family shared regarding the faith of their parents, grandparents, brother, sister touched my heart. Willard and Patty Frye left behind such a lasting impression on their family and friends of their love for God and the faith they had in HIM. I pray the family knows how much comfort that is to them, and I believe that Willard and Patty did not want their family to suffer. They just decided to go to sleep in Jesus's arms and awake in the Kingdom with all the family and loved one's who when before them. This is truly a love story of two souls who were together until God called them Home.
Posted by: DDCJ on May 7, 2008 at 06:43 PM
I am so sad about this. At the very least they have passed on together and are in heaven together. May God be with their family. Praying for peace in their hearts.
Posted by: Terri Stamper on May 7, 2008 at 06:31 PM
The car and bodies were all discovered right behind my grandmother's house. We're all shocked! That particular area is not very well known at all, and things like this just don't happen in small towns like Dunlow. I hope this brings closeure to the families of the victoms. On behalf of the Stamper family, I'd like everyone to know our thoughts and prayers are with the families in this difficult time.
Posted by: misty(lowells grandaughter) on May 7, 2008 at 06:23 PM
I just heard the news about Bill and Patty being found. I pray that the news we got here in Ohio is false. I hope that the bodies that were found are not Bill and Patty. I just lost my son on April 16 he was 9 and wether it is your child, your parents or nyone dear to your heart it is always heart wrenching. I will continie to pray for your family, because although we don't always agree with the path GOD chooses for us, he makes sure that he only gives us what he knows we can handle. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With Love, Misty
Posted by: Pam on May 7, 2008 at 06:00 PM
If this prooves to be the Fryes I hope the family will take comfort in knowing that they were together until the end.At least you know they have a better home to go to. If its them, they are singing with the angels.You guys have done everything in your power to find them and I will continue to pray for you. May GOD be with you all.
Posted by: concerned! on May 7, 2008 at 05:50 PM
I am in tears! I cant beleive they found them, but they are not alive. I still have trouble with this situation! I dont see how both bodies were found but they still dont believe foul play played a part. They didnt both die without one or the other going for help. I still think something is not right with this situation! Family owned property?? Family member found car??? I dont mean to be mean, but I think a full investigation is due, since the police gave up on them months ago...
Posted by: Sue on May 7, 2008 at 05:40 PM
The WV STATE POLICE have done a great job!
Posted by: Closure on May 7, 2008 at 05:37 PM
I believe this is the closure that the family needs. Everyone hoped for a better outcome, but at least they have been found and can be laid to rest. RIP Mr and Mrs Frye.
Posted by: The Fields' on May 7, 2008 at 05:26 PM
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the Frye's. God will be with you and He will help this family to endure this tragedy in the coming days. They will be together in the eternal life and be God's angels watching over their families from the kingdom of Heaven.
Posted by: Tim on May 7, 2008 at 05:21 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time in your life. Know that folks that do not know you personally, truly care about you. God bless each of you.
Posted by: Jodie on May 7, 2008 at 05:19 PM
Thank you all so very much for you thoughts and prayers. Please continue to pray for our family and each other. God will get us all thru this trying time.
Posted by: Beth Ann on May 7, 2008 at 05:14 PM
My prayers are with the family and friends.
Posted by: anon on May 7, 2008 at 05:08 PM
I heard on an am radio station that the couple was found dead not too far from the vehicle. My prayers go out to the family.
Posted by: COALGROVE on May 7, 2008 at 05:02 PM
THIS IS SO SAD GOD BE WITH THIS FAMILY.GLAD THEY FOUND THEM.
Posted by: Ari on May 7, 2008 at 04:57 PM
If they found the car Tueday morning why did crews not start looking till wednesday morning???
Posted by: news hound on May 7, 2008 at 04:24 PM
Police found the bodies of the couple about an hour ago, not far from where the car was discovered. Sad ending, but maybe now the family can have some closure to the whole ordeal.
Posted by: CRYSTAL on May 7, 2008 at 04:10 PM
I DO HOPE THEY ARE FOUND SAFE, I JUST WISH THEY WOULD HAVE HAD MORE ON THIS SINCE I LIVE LITERALLY 3 MILES AWAY AND GO THROUGH THERE ALL THE TIME, ALSO WITH THIS BEING SUCH A SMALL TOWN ITS HARD TO BELIEVE SOMEONE COULD JUST UP AND DISAPPEAR HERE. THIS IS ONE OF THOSE TOWNS WHERE EVERYONE KNOWS EVERYONE, AND IM SURE SOMEONE HAS HAD TO COME ACROSS THEM I MEAN THEY HAVE TO EAT SO THAT WOULD MEAN GOING TO THE STORE. I JUST PRAY THEY ARE FOUND AND FOUND SAFE WITH NO HEALTH CONDITIONS.
Posted by: Wondering on May 7, 2008 at 03:47 PM
Sounds kind of fishy it being found on family property after all this time. Why wasnt this area checked before, which friend found the car. This just doesnt seem right!
Posted by: Karen on May 7, 2008 at 03:40 PM
This is so sad. I hope and pray that they find them and that they are ok. Just keep up the prayers and God will do the rest!!! My thoughts and prayers go out to this couple and their family!!! God Bless!!
Posted by: Anonymous on May 7, 2008 at 03:34 PM
Just received word from their niece that they have been found and it doesn't appear to be good news. Praying for the family!
Posted by: Lisa on May 7, 2008 at 03:32 PM
I truly hope they find these 2 individuals. But my heart is telling me that when they do they will not be alive. I hope I am wrong.
Posted by: Sara on May 7, 2008 at 03:15 PM
If it was on afamilys land . Do they know how long the car may have been there ? How often did they look there ?
Posted by: Sue Ann on May 7, 2008 at 11:56 AM
According to what their granddaughter-in-law said, that area had been searched before but the car was not there at that time. I am hoping that they will be able to find out something this time.
Posted by: hey on May 7, 2008 at 10:38 AM
My mom died just over a month ago from alzheiemer's. I know the anguish a disease like that can cause. My prayers go out to the couple and their family & friends. I hope they find them. I will help with the search if I can.
Posted by: sue b. on May 7, 2008 at 10:14 AM
i am so glad that the fryes car was found so at least now there is a starting point to continue the search from. i have been following this story since they went missing and i was at one of the first searches in east lynn. i feel that the police and family have a better chance now of finding them since the car has been found. i hope it is soon for the family's sake. good luck in your search and take care.
Posted by: mom of 2 on May 7, 2008 at 10:04 AM
i was also wondering about this couple & if they've ever been recovered...Hope the search remains ongoing & turns out to be a safe return of the couple....GOD BLESS
Posted by: Judy S. on May 7, 2008 at 09:59 AM
I thank God their car was found. Is there any empty cabins in the area ? Could Patty have been at herself enough to get food and water & go hide. Maybe she wanted to care for Bill herself & did not realize how sick she was. I pray this nightmare is over soon for all concerned. I love you all & my prayers are with you. And God is in control & He is faithful. His promises are true. He said to wait upon the Lord. He is a miracle worker ! Sometimes when man says NO, God says YES !!! His ways are above our ways. We don't have to understand, just trust Him. I know what I have just told you about God if Patty could, that's what she would have said to you all. May God's peace & love keep you all. Judy Sexton
Posted by: Jenni on May 7, 2008 at 09:11 AM
I will continue to pray for the safe return of Mr and Mrs Frye. But even if the outcome isnt the one everyone is hoping for and least you can be assured that they are in the arms of Jesus and in no more pain or confusion. God Bless and Good Luck!
Posted by: Jessica :) on May 7, 2008 at 08:34 AM
I hope they are okay! At least they found the car! That's a sign that they should not give up! Got Bless & Prayers to this family.
Posted by: Sarah on May 7, 2008 at 08:00 AM
My Grammy before she died had alzheimers and she would try to take off in her car several times and it made us afraid that would she would get lost and never come back. So all I am saying I know what the family is going through and I will keep praying that the officers and every one helping will find them soon. I am so glad that they found the car- I just hope its a good outcome.
Posted by: Sonja on May 7, 2008 at 07:48 AM
The couple's caretaker says Mrs. Frye became delusional and violent, took control of the car and drove off. "I wonder how long it took the caretaker to notify the authorities"?
Posted by: Kathy S on May 7, 2008 at 07:33 AM
I was thinking about them the other day & wondering what was going on with the search because the news hasn't said much about them lately. I'm glad they've found the car & hope the search finds them safe and sound and soon! Hopefully this will also make the local media once again put them on the front burner and intensify the coverage to keep folks on the lookout for them The family still remains in our hearts, thoughts & prayers. Don't ever