William Edward Frazier's Obituary
FRAZIER, WILLIAM EDWARD beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, son-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle slipped quietly from this life on November 17, 2013. Bill was born in Dallas, June 12, 1934 to Walter and Mildred Frazier. He enjoyed his school years at Robert E. Lee Elementary, Spence Middle School, and Woodrow Wilson High school. He attended Baylor University and graduated with a BBA in 1956. He was instrumental in his class motto being changed to, “We burn bridges just for kicks, we’re the class of ’56.” He served two years in the Army and upon discharge in 1958 began work as a salesman at the company his father co-founded, Hirsig-Frazier Co., Inc. Selling was his passion and joy and he excelled at it. He and his two partners took ownership of the company in 1968 and he retired as Vice President of Sales in 1993. He enjoyed growing and sharing roses, playing tennis with his beloved “Geezer Group,” and spending time with family and friends. He always found the fun in any situation and made us all laugh with his wonderful wit. He is survived by his wife Tonda Frazier; son John Frazier and spouse Heidi; grandchildren Rebecca and JR Frazier; nieces Dawn Frazier, Nicki Johnson, Noel Valeri; nephews Marc Frazier, Johnny and Jimmy Harper, Brandon and Taylor Johnson, Jefferey Valeri; mother-in-law Wilma Johnson; brothers-in-law Leon and Jay Johnson and spouses Gerry and Sandi; and sister-in-law Sandy Harper. A memorial and celebration of Bill’s joyous life will be held November 22, 2013 at Restland Funeral Home Memorial Chapel, 13005 Greenville Ave., Dallas Texas at 12:00 PM with a reception in the same building immediately following. Inurnment will be December 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Restland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be made to The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Dallas Chapter or a charity of your choice.
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