Henry F. Frey 
M, (30 June 1928 - 19 May 2001)
Henry F. Frey was born on 30 June 1928 at Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.1 He was the son of Milo Reuben Frey and Fern Mildred May. Henry F. Frey married Doris Spotts, daughter of Leonard Spotts and Emily Wurster, circa 1950. Henry F. Frey married Linda Stein circa 1986. Henry F. Frey died on 19 May 2001 at Muncy Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, at age 72 years, 10 months and 19 days.1 He was buried in the White Church Cemetery, located in Muncy, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.
His obituary was published on 22 May 2001 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:
Henry F. Frey, Former County Commissioner
Henry F. Frey, 72, well-known local businessman and Lycoming County Commissioner, passed away on May 19, 2001, at his farm in Muncy Township. Born in Williamsport June 30, 1928, he was a graduate of Williamsport High School and the University of Pittsburgh.
His father, Milo Frey, deceased, was proprietor of Milo's BarBQ, a Williamsport institution during the 1950's and 60's. His mother, Fern Doebler, the former Fern May of Wallis Run, survives him. An active gardener, she resides in Loyalsock Township.
His first wife, Doris Spotts of South Williamsport, died in 1984. Henry's three children reside in the county: Henry Frey, Jr., of South Williamsport, Eric Frey of Duboistown and Amy Gerney of Hughesville. There are 8 grandchildren. In addition to his mother, children and grandchildren, Henry is survived by his brother, Milo Harold Frey of Muncy and by his second wife, Linda Stein.
Frey's business experience included the establishment of Frey's Commissary which prepares Meals on Wheels for senior citizens and is run by his son, Henry Jr. The Commissary was preceded by the food concession at the Sylvania Plant during the 1960's when the entire family worked together to run the cafeteria. In the 1980's Frey built and operated two popular roller skating rinks in Montoursville and Williamsport.
Frey was best known in his role as a six-term Lycoming County Commissioner. He was regarded as a visionary in community improvement, economic development and natural resource conservation.
He was Chairman of the Lycoming County Republican Party and promoted political excellence over many years.
Beginning in the 1960's Frey recognized the need for professional management of County government, which did not exist at that time. Under his leadership, patronage was abolished, the position of Director of Administration was established, the first personnel policies were developed and financial control and budgeting procedures were put in place.
Frey contributed greatly to establishing Lycoming County Government's fiscal health. His understanding of accounting and business management established a sound fiscal foundation for the county to this day.
He was a strong advocate of public planning. In the mid 1960's he initiated the formation of the Lycoming County Planning Commission. He was appointed by the Governor to the PA State Planning Board. He was instrumental in the development and local acceptance of the County Zoning Ordinance, one of the few County-level zoning ordinances in the State, helping rural municipalities manage their growth.
In the 1970's, Commissioner Frey saw the need to consolidate public safety functions and spearheaded the formation of the County Department of Emergency Services encompassing civil defense, emergency management and medical and hazardous materials planning services. Under his leadership the 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatch Center was established, one of the first in the state. After the 1972 Agnes Flood, Frey directed the formation of a Flood Warning System comprising volunteer observers.
Henry's impact was unmistakable in community and economic development. During the 1970's Frey pioneered and established the use of prisoners to assist in community projects such as housing and parks. During the 1990's he led the formation of the Lycoming County Water and Sewer Authority. He negotiated the deal to organize the Montoursville Regional Sewer System Partnership.
He was President of the Lycoming County Prison Board for several terms and led the establishment of the Work Release Program.
Henry's leadership extended beyond the county borders. He helped organize and served as President of the Susquehanna Economic Development Association, later known as SEDA Council of Governments. Under his leadership the landfill in Allenwood was established. Here, Henry mobilized a plan to develop a six-county landfill and recycling center.
Frey was a founding member of the North Central PA Conservancy. His political support helped to secure the state commitment to develop the 62-mile Pine Creek Rail Trail. He was a Director on the County Conservation Board for many years. Henry was also instrumental in the establishment of the Lycoming County Agricultural Land Preservation Board.
Frey's dedication to community life was recognized when he was appointed to the Williamsport-Lycoming Foundation Board. He was subsequently selected by the Foundation to receive the 2001 Community Award.
Trees were his great passion. At his farm, Henry's tree-planting activity was a familiar site to passersby. A strong advocate of forest resource management, he practiced his beliefs by planting thousands of walnut and other hardwoods. He and his wife Linda traveled on tours of Germany and France to study the hardwood forests there.
He was a Life Member of the Texas Blockhouse Fish and Game Club, an important gathering place for his family over many years.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 at the Pine Street United Methodist Church, 441 Pine St., Williamsport, with the Rev. George E. Doran, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Hughesville, officiating. Following the service, friends will be received at the Peter Herdic House, 407 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, until 5:30 p.m. Burial was in the White Church Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Wallis-Grenoble's, 121 S. Main St., Muncy.2
His obituary was published on 22 May 2001 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:
Henry F. Frey, Former County Commissioner
Henry F. Frey, 72, well-known local businessman and Lycoming County Commissioner, passed away on May 19, 2001, at his farm in Muncy Township. Born in Williamsport June 30, 1928, he was a graduate of Williamsport High School and the University of Pittsburgh.
His father, Milo Frey, deceased, was proprietor of Milo's BarBQ, a Williamsport institution during the 1950's and 60's. His mother, Fern Doebler, the former Fern May of Wallis Run, survives him. An active gardener, she resides in Loyalsock Township.
His first wife, Doris Spotts of South Williamsport, died in 1984. Henry's three children reside in the county: Henry Frey, Jr., of South Williamsport, Eric Frey of Duboistown and Amy Gerney of Hughesville. There are 8 grandchildren. In addition to his mother, children and grandchildren, Henry is survived by his brother, Milo Harold Frey of Muncy and by his second wife, Linda Stein.
Frey's business experience included the establishment of Frey's Commissary which prepares Meals on Wheels for senior citizens and is run by his son, Henry Jr. The Commissary was preceded by the food concession at the Sylvania Plant during the 1960's when the entire family worked together to run the cafeteria. In the 1980's Frey built and operated two popular roller skating rinks in Montoursville and Williamsport.
Frey was best known in his role as a six-term Lycoming County Commissioner. He was regarded as a visionary in community improvement, economic development and natural resource conservation.
He was Chairman of the Lycoming County Republican Party and promoted political excellence over many years.
Beginning in the 1960's Frey recognized the need for professional management of County government, which did not exist at that time. Under his leadership, patronage was abolished, the position of Director of Administration was established, the first personnel policies were developed and financial control and budgeting procedures were put in place.
Frey contributed greatly to establishing Lycoming County Government's fiscal health. His understanding of accounting and business management established a sound fiscal foundation for the county to this day.
He was a strong advocate of public planning. In the mid 1960's he initiated the formation of the Lycoming County Planning Commission. He was appointed by the Governor to the PA State Planning Board. He was instrumental in the development and local acceptance of the County Zoning Ordinance, one of the few County-level zoning ordinances in the State, helping rural municipalities manage their growth.
In the 1970's, Commissioner Frey saw the need to consolidate public safety functions and spearheaded the formation of the County Department of Emergency Services encompassing civil defense, emergency management and medical and hazardous materials planning services. Under his leadership the 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatch Center was established, one of the first in the state. After the 1972 Agnes Flood, Frey directed the formation of a Flood Warning System comprising volunteer observers.
Henry's impact was unmistakable in community and economic development. During the 1970's Frey pioneered and established the use of prisoners to assist in community projects such as housing and parks. During the 1990's he led the formation of the Lycoming County Water and Sewer Authority. He negotiated the deal to organize the Montoursville Regional Sewer System Partnership.
He was President of the Lycoming County Prison Board for several terms and led the establishment of the Work Release Program.
Henry's leadership extended beyond the county borders. He helped organize and served as President of the Susquehanna Economic Development Association, later known as SEDA Council of Governments. Under his leadership the landfill in Allenwood was established. Here, Henry mobilized a plan to develop a six-county landfill and recycling center.
Frey was a founding member of the North Central PA Conservancy. His political support helped to secure the state commitment to develop the 62-mile Pine Creek Rail Trail. He was a Director on the County Conservation Board for many years. Henry was also instrumental in the establishment of the Lycoming County Agricultural Land Preservation Board.
Frey's dedication to community life was recognized when he was appointed to the Williamsport-Lycoming Foundation Board. He was subsequently selected by the Foundation to receive the 2001 Community Award.
Trees were his great passion. At his farm, Henry's tree-planting activity was a familiar site to passersby. A strong advocate of forest resource management, he practiced his beliefs by planting thousands of walnut and other hardwoods. He and his wife Linda traveled on tours of Germany and France to study the hardwood forests there.
He was a Life Member of the Texas Blockhouse Fish and Game Club, an important gathering place for his family over many years.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 at the Pine Street United Methodist Church, 441 Pine St., Williamsport, with the Rev. George E. Doran, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Hughesville, officiating. Following the service, friends will be received at the Peter Herdic House, 407 W. Fourth St., Williamsport, until 5:30 p.m. Burial was in the White Church Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Wallis-Grenoble's, 121 S. Main St., Muncy.2
Children of Henry F. Frey and Doris Spotts
Last Edited=20 Feb 2011
Citations
- [S151] Social Security Death Index, RootsWeb online, at http://ssdi.rootsweb.com (Baltimore, Maryland: U.S. Social Security Administration, January 2004 update). The SSDI component of RootsWeb online is drawn from the Social Security Death Benefits Index of the U.S. Social Security Administration. HENRY F FREY, birth listed as 30 Jun 1928, died listed as 19 May 2001 (V), issued in the State of Pennsylvania. Last residence Muncy, Lycoming, PA, last benefit (none specified). Accessed 8 Sep 2004.
- [S424] Henry F. Frey obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 19 May 2001. Original obituary from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette 30 day obituary archive found at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.