He was born in Sacramento, Calif., and graduated from McNary High School in 1968. He was attended Western Hills High School in Cincinnati, Ohio alongside his lifelong friend Don Zimmer. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. Frey managed the Kansas City Royals (1980-81) and Chicago Cubs (1984-86), and he was also a minor-league player and manager, scout, coach and general manager in a long baseball career. JIM FREY OBITUARY. Reds game observations: Nick Lodolo learns pitch clock in spring debut, Feds: Father, son used luxury apartment in Pendleton to traffic drugs, In Northern Kentucky, local party leaders face a 'coup', Connor Phillips, Reds pitching prospect, creating a buzz in camp, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Every time he saw us walking down the street we would say "Here comes Cleveland!". James Allen Frey passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the age of 87. Injuries suffered during the course of his career sapped his arm strength and his speed, though his hitting stayed pretty consistent. JIM FREY OBITUARY. All that knew Jim had great things to say about being a great friend and neighbor. He inquired about who we were and where we came from. When he wasnt running those short-season teams, he would travel to other teams in the Orioles system as a trouble-shooting hitting instructor. When the Cubs beat the San Diego Padres in the first two games of the League Championship, it looked like the Cubs would break the infamous Billy Goat curse. They were married on May 8 1954. Frey managed the Royals in 1980 and 1981, leading them to the 1980 World Series, which they lost to the Phillies. He worked as a. There will be a new area code in Southwest Ohio next month. With heavy hearts we wish to share that Jim Fraser, of Grande Prairie, Alberta, former long-time resident of Yellowknife, passed away suddenly at his home on August 15, 2021, at the age of 69. MAKE A DONATION. Change). Frey hired his lifelong friend, Zimmer, to manage the team, and immediately made his presence felt. He would use this education, and his ever-present leadership skills, to advance within the companies he worked for before semi-retiring in 2015 as Director, Internal Resources for KAM Services in Tampa, Florida. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. James Gottfried Frey (May 26, 1931 April 12, 2020) was an American professional baseball manager, coach, general manager, and Minor League Baseball (MiLB) outfielder. Following the 1992 season, Frey was dismissed by the Cubs. To leave a condolence message, add photos, or add videos, please provide your name and email address, 11802 99 Avenue According to a rumor, Some of the Royals players delighted in the mistake. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. The Cubs returned to the National League Championship Series in 1989 with Don Zimmer, Freys lifelong friend and his Cubs bench coach, as manager. We will miss seeing Jim on his walking routine, smiling and greeting us as he and Carol passed by. In parts of five seasons as a manager in the majors, Frey compiled a 323-287 win-loss record for a .530 winning percentage. It's because of guys like Jim that I can say I was able to retire 28yrs later as a Leader lineman!! He was. For many years he sponsored children through World Vision Canada, and spent Sunday nights before the pandemic volunteering his time with Everybody Eats Grande Prairie, to feed those who were hungry. Cincinnati, other cities getting new area code. James William Frey. In his first season as Royals manager, Frey led the team to the 1980 American League pennant before losing to the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. (LogOut/ James Paul Frey, also known as "Coach Frey" or "Large Frey," born April 7, 1947, passed away due to complications associated with COVID-19 on September 19, 2021 at the age of 74, in Tampa, Florida. James A. Frey of Soldotna, Alaska, died peacefully in his sleep on Oct. 2, 2018, at a friend's home in Salem, Oregon. Born September 6, 1934 in Berkeley Heights, NJ, Jim attended Bernardsville High School, where he met the love of his life, Patricia Ellen Burke. Not that the relationship had anything to do with the hire. The pain never goes away you just learn to survive with the emptiness in your heart. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Former Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs manager Jim Frey died Sunday at age 88. Former Kansas City Royals and Chicago Cubs manager Jim Frey died Sunday at age 88. I knew Jim from old CEI days at east 24 service ctr. May the God of tender mercies comfort each of you during this difficult time. I send my condolences to the entire Frey family for this difficult loss. He spent time in the Cardinals spring training camp and helped defeat the Yankees on March 9 with a game-preserving catch in the 5th inning and a game-winning double off Ryne Duren in the 9th. A couple weeks later, he chose his old high school friend, Zimmer. Upon being named manager for the 1984 season, Jim took over a club that had not had a winning record since 1972 and immediately helped return the Cubs to postseason play, leading the team to the NL East title and first playoff appearance in 39 years, earning NL Manager of the Year honors along the way, the statement said. He had a great smile, a big heart and was always kind to my family. I loved his managing etc. Gov. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. 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In the years following, Jim would go on to attain his BA and MBA from Baldwin Wallace University. One of the teams he worked with was the Elmira Pioneers in 1964, managed at the time by Earl Weaver. Martin and Lewis, anybody. As Sutcliffe shared this story Tuesday, he couldnt help but laugh. She was a kind, caring . He enjoyed great professional success, working all over Canadas North, as well as in various places throughout the world. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Haverford - James Louis Frey died on December 14, 2020. That deal looks bad now, because it sent Rafael Palmiero and Jamie Moyer to the Rangers. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. To the family Im sorry for your loss. Love sent to all! James Paul Frey, also known as Coach Frey or Large Frey, born April 7, 1947, passed away due to complications associated with COVID-19 on September 19, 2021 at the age of 74, in Tampa, Florida. But seriously. Freys playing career started auspiciously enough with the Paducah Chiefs of the Mississippi-Ohio Valley League. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. What do you say about a man who was frequently described as larger than life? Click a candle below to add a candle to your message. A recurring arm injury prevented him from his best shot at the big leagues, in 1958. He was given a difficult assignment. Born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised by James and Margaret Frey; Jim grew up loving and playing the game of basketball. At the time, it would have been hard to predict that the contact hitting Palmiero would pile up Hall of Fame numbers or that Moyer would pitch until he was nearly 50. Though Frey retired from baseball after more than 40 years in the game, he became involved in the formation of the Somerset Patriots, a team in the Atlantic League, in 1996. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Frey continued to hit for a high average wherever he went in the Braves organization. Jim Frey was born in Cleveland on May 26, 1931. That's when I gave Jim's son Chris the nickname Uno. After growing up in Fort Bragg, James worked as a fisherman, gold miner and mechanic. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website, Austin lost an original on August 17, 2022 with the passing of James Clifford Frey. Survived by three sons, Steven J. Frey, Michael W. Frey (Charlotte Hertler), and Eric A Frey (Susan Frey). He saw extra base hits and home runs for me that I didnt see.. Frey remained as GM through the 1991 season, when he was replaced by Larry Himes after Frey's power eroded under team president Don Grenesko. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. They see the ball so well and their coordination is so good, they dont have to worry as much as the rest of us. He was the second of five children, born to Ella Mae and James Will Fraser. It was the first time he failed to top .300 in the minors, and the Braves sent him to Class-B Evansville. The two would remain friends, and their careers would cross professionally with the Chicago Cubs some 40 years later. Frey turned down the choice of manager or general manager of the Minnesota Twins in favor of working as a radio commentator with the Cubs. Obituary: Matt Keough (1955-2020) RIP Baseball, Obituary: Bob Sebra (1961-2020) RIP Baseball, Obituary: Lorenzo Chico Fernandez (1939-2020) RIP Baseball, 2020 was as bad as you thought it was RIP Baseball, Obituary: Billy DeMars (1925-2020) RIP Baseball, Grave Story: Dan Quisenberry (1953-1998) RIP Baseball, Obituary: Bruce Sutter (1953-2022) RIP Baseball. When asked the secret to their 55 year marriage, his answer was simple: projects! Jim Frey was born in Cleveland on May 26, 1931. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Let others know about your loved one's death. He enjoyed his time on his farm in the hill country with bird feeders and wildlife. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. It meant, Go home, sit tight and well call you if we need you, Frey explained. Online donations can be made by selecting church rebuilding using following link: https://abundant.co/cofvwestphalia/give. Bye. Jim will be greatly missed and we send our love to the entire Frey family, said Somerset Patriots Chairman Emeritus Steve Kalafer. In spite of the heroics, Frey did not make the big-league club; his ESPN obituary stated that a left shoulder injury cost him a spot on the Opening Day roster, which went to Curt Flood instead. He was predeceased by : his father Bob Frey; and his niece Cynthia Marie Frey. The best thing about him is that hes such a good kid, Frey said of his slugger. I promise these short words will not capture the impact Jim had on those who knew him. He tossed 3 scoreless innings in his professional pitching debut. Not only was he a friend to our team, he was more importantly, a friend to me, Suzanne, and Jonathan and Josh. The Patriots did not announce a cause of death. James A. Frey Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James A. Frey of Boscobel, Wisconsin, who passed away on October 8, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. I was lucky enough to grow up next door to him. Published by The Huntsville Times on Apr. There is no photo or video of James A. Frey.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. The hole you have left behind for those you have mentored and loved can never be filled but we will live each day with your memories and live our lives in your honor. Born on Oct. 20, 1961, in Fort Bragg to John Frey and Evelyn Rabourn, he was 56 years old. Free agent signee George Bell hit 25 homers in 1991, but new pitchers Danny Jackson and Dave Smith were awful. Frey was reassigned within the organization after the 1991 season, replaced by former Chicago White Sox general manager Larry Himes. Growing up in Cincinnati, he played for the American Legion Bentley post, which was the American Legion runner-up in 1946 and the national champion in 1947. In 1984, Frey was named the National League manager of the year after guiding Cubs to first place in the NL East, their first postseason appearance in 39 years. Always the builder, James spent his retirement building homes for his children, restoring antique tractors, and tackling the most complicated puzzles that his grandchildren could find for him. He was the second of five children, born to Ella Mae and James Will Fraser. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. Together they had three children, Michelle, Neal, and Wendy. Read Full Obituary. James is survived by his wife Zella, children James Frey Jr and wife Donna Karen, Will Frey, Clint Frey and Courtney Kieke and husband David, grandchildren Hannah, Jack, Madelyn, Cody, Gibson, Kiptyn, Peter, Bobby, and Grant, and great grandson Aiden. May you have peace and comfort as grieve. Read Full Obituary. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. Frey was born in Cleveland, Ohio. By then, he was 26 years old and had proven he could compete at the AAA level. Under Freys guidance, the Royals won 97 games to win the AL West. [12][13]. Jim was born on September 26, 1951 in Calgary, Alberta. His experiments with amateur beekeeping often provided comic relief for Zella, and they both determined that his skills were best suited for tractors and hers for the bees. [1] In the World Series, they lost to the Philadelphia Phillies, who won their first World Series championship. Frey coached for the New York Mets in 1982 and '83, then was hired by the Cubs to replace Charlie Fox. He remembered Frey as the leader of that team in the glory days of 1984., You look at his baseball life and the things he accomplished, and he falls into that category of baseball lifer, Stone said. But Sutcliffe struggled in his Game Five loss, so its questionable that he would have been more effective with one fewer day of rest. It was Frey who convinced Sandberg that he could become a star. View all posts by Sam Gazdziak. Jim was raised in Chicago, IL. Meet 283, the new 513. Jim and family were our next door neighbors . Williams: Castellini knows you don't want to hear from him. White Sox broadcaster Steve Stone played for Baltimore when Frey was an Orioles hitting coach in the late 1970s and was a Cubs broadcaster when Frey was with the Cubs. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Westphalia Historical Society and the Church Rebuilding project. In 1967, he married the love of his life, Zella Sawyer after a whirlwind courtship in Indianola, TX. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES Expand the Memories and Condolences form. I remember as a neighbor, we could always count on Jim for always being there. We always talked about the week while having pizza and beers. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Following in his fathers footsteps, he pursued a career in plumbing and pipefitting as a loyal member of Austins Plumbing and Pipefitters Local 286. He even discovered some power and hit 16 homers in 1960 with Rochester and in 1962 with Buffalo. It's too bad the coronavirus is around. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. Frey's use of seven pitchers for the whole Series led to short runs for their starters that meant they could not pitch efficiently despite batting .290 in the Series. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. To the Frey family I offer my condolences. Frey had said that he wanted to remain active in baseball as a coach or manager after his playing days were over, and he got his chance when the Baltimore Orioles asked him to manage their Rookie-Level team in Bluefield, W.V., in 1964 and 1965. He said he wanted to job because of the climate and the chance to give his children some international traveling experience, not because it would further his own job aspirations. He held the position of vice chairman in the early days of the Bridgewater, N.J.-based team. Frey didnt change his no-nonsense style, but it worked on this Cubs team. (LogOut/ The world has lost a true embassador of how to live out one's life through faith and values. He was 88 years old. The abrupt departures of Patrick Kane and others in recent days have not only stripped the roster of its best talent but have also emotionally and psychologically affected those who remain. Sutter fanned him on three pitches. [10][11] He died in Ponte Vedra, Florida, on April 12, 2020, at the age of 88, survived by his wife of 68 years and his four children. Zimmer was fired in May of 1991, and reports at the time indicated that Cubs president Don Grenesko went over Freys head and made the decision himself. Receive a notification when services are updated. In 1980, Frey led the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball (MLB) to their first American League (AL) championship, in his first year with the team. All donations pay for website/research expanses. Every player needs to respect the other players and the idea of the entire group of 25 trying to win together, he said. Jim is survived by, and lived his life in service to, those whom he loved more than anything else: the unquestioned love of his life, his own living angel and wife, Carol Ann Frey. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He and his wife always attended their grandchildren's events at school. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. At some point, he was moved out of the Braves organization, because his 1957 team, the Tulsa Oilers, was a Phillies affiliate. With the stats that are available on his Baseball Reference page, Frey was a lifetime .304 hitter in the minors and topped the .300 mark eight times. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. I dont think he was putting me on either, Frey later said. Frey had the winning hit in the 1947 championship game. In lieu of flowers, donations to Everybody Eats Grande Prairie would be greatly appreciated. What do you say about a man who was frequently described as larger than life? He was predeceased by his beloved wife of Jeanne Elizabeth Ecuer Frey of over 40 years. Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. An outfielder, Frey spent 14 seasons in the minor league organizations of the Boston and Milwaukee Braves, and the St. Louis Cardinals without reaching the majors. Frey's record in just less than two seasons as Royals manager was 127105. Our sincere condolences to the Frey family. Please accept my condolences. Frey was fired two months into the season and replaced by John Vukovich. He is survived by his oldest daughter, Michelle (Paul), his son, Neal (Kim), and his youngest daughter, Wendy (Gene), as well as his grandchildren, Matt (Katie), Danielle, Neal, Bront, Reid, Kaeli, Austen, and Sarah, and great-granddaughter, Haven. When he found out we were from Cleveland that made us instant friends. In 1989, the Cubs won the NL East again before losing to the San Francisco Giants in the NLCS. Frey said that he told Sandberg that he needed to stop being the guy who set up someone else to have a big inning. Frey managed in the big leagues for five seasons, compiling a 323-287 record. Freys first major deal, which sent Lee Smith to Boston for pitchers Al Nipper and Calvin Schiraldi, was a bust, but the 1988 Cubs finished in fourth place a step up from their previous seasons. Early results showed Lee and her top challenger, Anthony Ciaravino, each with about 30% of the vote; In the 12th Ward, Anabel Abarca was trailing her challenger, Julia Ramirez. The team did even better in 1989, winning 93 games and finishing in first place for the second time in the 80s. The Cubs pitching staff was hammered by injuries in 1985, and the team fell to a 77-84 record. Not sure what to say? Bridget and I are here for you Carol if you need anything. Zimmer, his old friend and third base coach, was let go as well. I would comment about the cubs. The idea is to use everybodys talents in contributing to the overall team success. After a trying 1985 season in which the entire five-man starting rotation simultaneously spent time on the disabled list, the Cubs sputtered in 1986. Jim Essian, a former journeyman catcher and Iowa Cubs manager, replaced Zimmer for the remainder of the season. In December 1987, the Tribune Co. hired Frey to replace his old boss, general manager Dallas Green, who had resigned two months earlier. His replacement was Dick Howser, who had lost his managerial job with the Yankees after the previous year's ALCS. May the God of all comfort provide you the strength to cope with your loss. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Chicago lost in five games to the San Diego Padres in the NL Championship Series, blowing a 2-0 series lead. Aside from closer Lee Smith, Frey didnt inherit much. Jackson and Smith flopped in their roles in 1991, and Zimmer was fired apparently on orders from Tribune Co. CEO Donald Grenesko, in May 1991. Frey spent several years as an Orioles scout and roving hitting instructor. Jim immediately embraced our older son, a fellow journeyman lineman, sharing stories and their fascination with old insulators. During the clubhouse celebration following the division-clinching in Pittsburgh, Frey declared, "The monkey's off our back! His childhood was spent exploring beautiful Shoal Creek and playing in Ramsey Park. States must work together to end HIV epidemic. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. With no college education, Jim would begin his civilian career as linemen for the Illuminating Company in Cleveland, Ohio. Thats the way it is with those great natural hitters like Aaron. If you know of an upcoming event for James A. Frey, please add one. He stayed in AAA until 1963, continuing his productive career. MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES. Frey managed a team in the Venezuelan Winter League over the 1972 offseason. It was as high as he would get, however. James served in the US Army and Army reserve until being honorably discharged in 1964. After I broke my knee, I couldnt run either.. Jim coached me in my first year of professional ball in the Appalachian League. We respect your privacy and will not share your email address. He loved to travel the world to experience other cultures, and was always considering future destinations. I can just sit here like the 35,000 Cub fans here at Wrigley Field hoping that the result will be good. Having been reared in a household of very modest means, Jim was passionate about helping those who were less fortunate, and supported many causes, both financially and through the donation of his time. He was predeceased by his brother, Norm, his sisters, Mary and Lillian, and is survived by his last remaining sibling, his brother, Chuck (Wendy) Fraser. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. James embraced Zellas deep roots on the gulf coast and started a seasonal shrimping operation that allowed the family to spend quality time together on Copano Bay and surrounding area. A left-handed batting-and-throwing outfielder, Frey spent much of his career in the farm systems of the Boston/Milwaukee Braves and St. Louis Cardinals. His multiple decade career contributed to the growth in Austins semiconductor industry and impacted many professionals under his guidance. Would you like to offer James A. Freys loved ones a condolence message? Phone: (780) 830-7742. 10/21/1940 - 05/05/2014. He loved the Lord and kept his sense of humor to the end. Those who knew him best, knew Jim to be a man of strong convictions. Gracious and giving man. They remained close friends and considered each other family for the remainder of his days. Being an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Thank you for the fond memories, my friend. If I had to scout myself, I really couldnt fall in love with me, he said in a 1969 interview. Frey, 38, would also serve as a hitting coach and occasional first base coach in a 10-year term on the Baltimore coaching staff. Frey would ask Aaron where certain pitches had been. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Frey to pay them a last tribute. Jim graduated from Riordan High School in 1958. Frey was promoted to the MLB Orioles' coaching staff under Earl Weaver, in 1970, and coached on three AL pennant winners and one World Series champion through 1979. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. The 19-year-old outfielder, who batted left and threw left, quickly became one of the leagues best hitters. Surviving are his wife, Sharon; children, Alan (Jackie) Frey, Keith (Cindy) Frey, Kimberly (Tim) Pieper, Terry (Tim) Frey, Renee (Tom Jr.) Pieper; 20 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ann Misner, Maxine Miller; brother, Robert Frey; brother-in-law, Ray (Donna) VanIddeking; many nieces and nephews. I worked on it the remaining three or four weeks of spring training, kept working on it once the season started and [soon] had all things clicking. Frey didnt spend much time talking with his players; he just expected them to do the jobs they were given. Herzog was popular and had won three division championships in four seasons; he was possibly fired by owner Ewing Kauffman and general manager Joe Burke over comments about the teams failure to bring in new players. The Cubs lost the next three games, and many critics blamed Frey for mishandling the pitching staff. We invite you to share condolences for Jim Frey in our Guest Book. [1] Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here. His sense of humor was just outstanding. Looking at him at the age of 21, what he has done and what he can do is like a horse trainer looking at Man o War as a 2-year-old.. Growing up in Cincinnati, he played for the American Legion Bentley post, which was the American Legion runner-up in 1946 and the national champion in 1947. In 1984, one of the most storied seasons in team history, the Cubs won the first two games of the best-of-five NLCS at Wrigley Field but lost the next three to the Padres in San Diego. FAREWELL , TO A LONG-TIME LEGENDARY CHICAGO CUBS MANAGER BROTHER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. The Phillies were led by manager Dallas Green, whose career would also intersect with Freys in Chicago a few years down the road. Chicago Sun Times Former Cubs skipper Jim Frey, who managed the team from 1984 to 1986 and led them to their first division title and first postseason appearance since the 1945 World Series, died Sunday at 88. Jim/Dad, you were indeed larger than life. Funeral arrangement under the care ofKendall Funeral Services. If there were complaints over playing time, he handled things before they became problems. Read Full Obituary. Hi how are you I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc.. rip. Many a Friday nights we would meet for pizza after the kids games and enjoy a game of Uno. Freys special assignment was to work with young sensation Darryl Strawberry, the eventual 1983 Rookie of the Year. He was a left-handed Punch and Judy man until I got to him. His Brother-in-law Bob Craggs, Sister-in-law Bev Craggs and nephews Colton and Cameron Craggs. Youd be hard-pressed to go out and find a more experienced, qualified person with the same amount of enthusiasm.. Those lucky enough to work for James knew they were going to be held to a high standard and in return they would be kept safe and well supported. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. He also cracked 11 home runs in 1954, which was more than hed hit in his entire professional career to that point. In 1980, Frey led the Kansas City Royals of Major League Baseball (MLB) to their first American League (AL) championship, in his first year with the team. Guest Book Not sure. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. Jim Frey was the former manager of the Chicago Cubs and Kansas City Royals. We talked a handful of times a year, and he kept me up to date on things, Sandberg said. My family tolerates this about me. Frey also took heat for a mistake he made in the 1981 All-Star Game. He would go onto play basketball for Gannon University before leaving school to enlist in the United States Air Force. James E. Frey Obituary. Great neighbor, friend and surrogate pops to our kids Alexis and Ethan. (67 years old). Raising a huge garden, Jim enjoyed giving the produce away. I miss him. Following the 1989 campaign, Frey was named co-Executive of the Year by United Press International (UPI).[2][9]. 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