Frances Viola Frye, 78, of Charlotte, passed away July 9, 2014 at Charlotte Healthcare Center. She was born June 28, 1936 in Rowan County, daughter of the late Gurney and Addie Frye. A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm on Wednesday at Gaston Memorial Park,officiated by the Rev. Dr. Ernest W. Davis. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.