Kenneth G. Frey
Kenneth G. Frey, 78, passed away on May 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, brilliance, and boundless spirit. He was a beloved Sanibel Island real estate professional for over 30 years and my best friend, companion, and mentor for over two decades — a legend in the hearts of so many.
Ken often joked that he was “a legend in his own mind,” but those who truly knew him understood that he was the real thing. His wealth of knowledge was unmatched. But what truly set him apart was how freely he shared that knowledge and experience with others, especially young people.
Ken had a rare gift: he could show someone — child, teen, or adult — a life they never imagined was within their reach. He offered opportunities most would never have had access to, and always at the highest level, because he believed people deserved to see what was possible. He’d guide them, teach them, help them get “over the fence” … and then let them go. Some soared, others stumbled, but Ken remained a firm believer that if you were prepared, the next opportunity could change everything. And when that moment came, he urged people to grab hold and never look back.
Ken’s friendships spanned every background and station, and he treated each person with the same respect, generosity, and love. He would drop everything to help someone, even at his own expense, asking for nothing in return. His only wish was to see people succeed — and he made that happen for more than most will ever know.
Just days before he passed, during a quiet moment of reflection, Ken leaned back and said, “Alexa, play I Did It My Way.” And that’s exactly how he lived — on his own terms, full of conviction, humor, and heart.
His warmth radiated through his smile. His ability to think outside the box — developed long before the internet, YouTube, or AI — was truly one of a kind. I used to say, “Who needs AI? I have KI.”
At his request, there will be no formal funeral. It was a difficult wish to honor, knowing how many lives he touched and how many stories deserve to be shared. But now, he has a new audience for his jokes, his wisdom, and that signature twinkle in his eye. We will get together one day in the future and celebrate him.
The world has lost someone extraordinary. But I will forever be grateful that he was part of my life.
Written with love and gratitude by his longtime friend, companion, and business partner, Jennifer