Denise M. Fyda, 59, of Tampa, died at Kindred Hospital on May 7, 2014.
Born in Saranac Lake, NY to the late Daniel and Dorothy Allen McCarthy, Denise graduated from Saranac Lake High School. She moved to Florida in 1977 where she met and married Frank Fyda in 1980. She was employed as sales manager for SI-TIX Corp. for over 20 years. She was an avid racing fan, and with her husband, raced at Sunshine Speedway and other area drag strips throughout the southeast.
Survivors include her husband of 26 years, Frank; sister-in-law, Warrene McCarthy; niece, Jeanine McCarthy; and nephew, Rob Yando, all of Saranac Lake.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Gary P. McCarthy.
Should friends desire, donations may be made in her memory to Juvenile Diabetes Association, Tampa Bay Chapter, 9600 Kroger Blvd #103, St. Petersburg, FL 33702.
Please sign the guestbook below.
Frank,
I am sorry for your loss if there is anything me or the boys can do let me know.
Love Ya,
Lauri
Denise was the nicest and most loving person to all people and animals. She loved her Dalmation’s, but most, she loved and lived for her husband Frank. They built a world where everyone is welcome, friends, family, racing buddies, and anyone who loved cars. Her bright smile, loving nature, and “blue hat” will be will be sadly missed. God Bless you Denise. You will always be with us.
Frank, we are so sorry. Denise was a wonderful wonan. She had a great sense of humor and could always see to find good in a situation. We feel blessed to have known her.
Denise was a good friend and we will truly miss her. We are glad we had the opportunity to have met her she always made our day a little brighter.
Denise was a good friend and we will truly miss her. We are glad we had the opportunity to have met her she always made our day a little brighter.
Words cannot express how deeply I grieve for my life long friend. She had the kindest and sweetest soul of anyone who has ever walked this earth. We were childhood friends and we raised all kinds of hell, after all it was the 60s. Will miss her insight, intelligence and support. Frank, thanks so much for making my friend so happy for all the years you shared. I agree with what you told me…she was a perfect wife. I know this because she was a perfect friend also.
Frank so sorry for your loss. RIP Denise
Frank and Family and Friends – we are very sorry to hear Denise has passed away. She was my best friend at Si-Tex for approx 20 years and she kept us all going with her smile, sense of humor and wit and she was an excellent sales person. She was the prettiest blond I have ever met – she was beautiful inside and outside and a very special friend. She loved her camero and loved racing – she even took me down the dragstrip in her camero and I was scared but she had (balls) and no fear. She had a wonderful spirit – smart as a whip and could do anything very well. About 2 days ago a beautiful large white crane flew into my front yard and I think it was Denise saying I am ok now and it was a beautiful site. I will miss her but she is in heaven helping the big guy now and he is one lucky guy to have her up there. Frank – let us know if we can help in any way – our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends – much love – Ginger & Al Letellier
You will be missed by all of us. May you rest in peace. You were such a fine neighbor to all of us. Heaven is blessed by your arrival.
Frank – You and your family are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Let any of our class know what can be done if you need anything….Dave
Frank, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Denise was a special lady. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank I am so sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss Frank. Will be keeping your family on my prayers
Frank,
I am so sorry about Denise. I’m thinking about and praying for you.
Your Friend, Dave Mathews
Frank: Our sincere condolences. God Bless. David & Pam Henry
Frank so very sorry for your loss
Frank so very sorry for your loss
Frank, my prayers and thoughts are with you. May you reach understanding and peace during this difficult time. Luv you, Ana
Frank,please accept my sincere condolences. I am so sorry for your tragic loss…. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Frank.
“The report of the day!” as Denise would always say in our three global adventures with her. she was so professional, smart as a tack, twister sense of humor….. We miss her dearly, she opened the door to new interests and adventures. She was our go to girl. Miss our long gab fest, girlfriend out of control laughter sessions (wet your pants laughing). WE were introduced to sugar free candies, chocolate mint cookies and Splenda…. Through thick and thin we made a point to see her weekly to brighten her day and lift her spirits and braided her golden locks. he he he! She held on longer and fought harder than anyone she gave it all she had and more. We miss you Denise. Our sister from another mother. M & E. P.S. She’s jamin with Billy Squire and is on the Speedway to Heaven. You go Girl!
Frank, Family and Friends, Debbie and I are so sorry for your loss. It is very touching reading the posts and seeing just how deeply she was loved and how much her friendship meant to those around her. I also suspect that heaven truly will be a better place with her in it. Our sincere thoughts and prayers to everyone.
1 Corinthians 2:9 “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”.
Will will continue to lift you all up in thought and prayer. You will see each other again and it will be glorious.