Naples has lost one of its true pioneers.
Earl Frye a founder of Downing-Frye & Associates in the 1960s died July 10. He was 92.
His name and success story live on through his three sons, two of whom followed in his footsteps as Realtors.
All of his sons became entrepreneurs like him, growing up in Naples and eventually all building their own successful careers in Southwest Florida.
Earl s story in Naples began in 1962.
That s when he moved his family of five here to join Wes Downing in a real estate partnership.
Earl took a big risk when he relocated to Naples. With hard work and a vision, it paid off, in more ways than one.
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