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David William Frady
David Frady Obituary
December 6, 2025
KINGSPORT - David William Frady 91, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 6, 2025. He was born in Kingsport to the late Ralph and Eleanor Frady. He retired from Holston Defense following over 30 years of service. David enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nadine Frady; siblings, Bob Frady, Jerry Frady, Beulah Caldwell, and Betty Gilliam.
Survivors include his daughters, Tammy Payne and husband Norman and Linda Samples and husband Jim; grandchildren, Joshua Payne, Jeremy Payne and wife Brooke, Mia Samples, and Jessika Samples; great grandchildren, Jackson and Easton Payne; special friend, Joenia Frady; loving dog, Josie; along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
A private graveside service will be conducted at East Lawn Memorial Park.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Skye Dukes and the staff at NHC Kingsport for their loving care.
To express condolences to the family please visit our website at www.cartertrent.com.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home is serving the Frady family.
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