Obituary of Daniel Frazier

Army Sergeant Daniel Alexander Frazier, 25, was tragically killed on November 19, 2009 in the Afghanistan Province of Zabul during his second tour of duty with the United States Army. Daniel was stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and formerly of Niles, Michigan and St. Joseph, Michigan. Daniel was born on January 9, 1984 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. He graduated from St. Joseph High School in St. Joseph, Michigan in 2003. A simple and quiet man, he enjoyed playing his Xbox 360, eating at Burger King and mud bogging in his 4x4 Dodge. Daniel enlisted in the Army at the age of 22. He was very close to his family and always looked out for others. In 2006 Daniel enlisted in the Army and like his brother, dedicated himself to service. He was a "big brother" to many of his fellow soldiers and listened to them as he helped with anything possible. Rather than being concerned with himself Daniel was always giving to his fellow soldiers serving along side him. When home he enjoyed spending time with his family; Daniel was a wonderful uncle and especially enjoyed his nieces and nephews. He was a man of sound character and loved his family. Daniel had an infectious smile about him that always put others at ease. To say he will be missed is an understatement. On March 21, 2009 Daniel wed the love of his life, Brittany Lea Jensen at a ceremony in Kernersville, North Carolina. While the two hadn't known each other long, in the grand scheme of life, they both knew they had the type of love that is once in a life time. As a couple the two shared a strong passion and mutual respect for one another. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Bruce Frazier and maternal grandfather Allen Beebe. Daniel is survived by his wife Brittany Frazier of Fayetteville, North Carolina, his father David (Sheri) Frazier of Niles, mother Roxana (William) Walter of Pace, Florida, paternal grandmother Geraldine Frazier of Watervliet, maternal grandmother Donna Beebe of Coloma, siblings; Jessica (David) Marquardt of St. Joseph, Michigan, David (Amanda) Frazier of Colon, Michigan, Marie (Cory) Culver of Huntsville, Alabama, Amanda (Mike) McLain of Goshen, Indiana, Lauren (Kevin) Lamb of Elkhart, David Walter of Benton Harbor, Michigan and many special nieces and nephews. Daniel has always been a hero to his parents and siblings, from the birth of his nephews and nieces "Uncle Dan" was a hero, to Brittney, Daniel was her romantic hero, who swept her off her feet and now our community will gather to honor Our Hero Sgt. Daniel Frazier, giving the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Enduring Freedom. A time of visitation will be held on Sunday, November 29, 2009 at Brown Funeral Home located at 521 East Main Street in Niles from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a celebration to honor Daniel's life on Monday, November 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Michiana Christian Embassy located at 1922 East Main Street in Niles. Pastor Jerry Solis of Three Rivers will be officiating. Daniel will be laid to rest with full Military Honors at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.