Frank Samuel Dye, Jr., 73, of Mechanicsville, passed away on May 4, 2026, at his home.

He was born on July 3, 1952, in Richlands, Virginia, to Norma “Jane” (Hicks) and Frank Samuel Dye, Sr. Frank’s family moved to Maryland when he was in the first grade and made their home in Riverdale. He played Varsity baseball and football for Bladensburg High School and graduated in 1971. In 1972, he married Sandra Darlene Knick. He moved from Prince George’s to Charles County and eventually settled in St. Mary’s. In his free time, Frank enjoyed golfing, bowling, and flying general aviation aircraft. Most of all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Frank is survived by his wife of nearly 54 years, Sandra “Sandy” Darlene Dye; his sons Samuel (Brandi) and Michael (Evelyn) Dye; grandchildren Cadence, Caleb, Layla, and Sophia; sisters Patti Reed, Pamela Nicholson, and Jeanette Stanley. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jane and Frank Dye, Sr., and his sister, Mary Hill.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Frank’s honor to the American Liver Foundation, supporting research and education related to liver cancer, and fatty liver disease. A celebration of Frank’s life will be announced by the family at a later date.