January 24, 1941 - July 26, 2014
James ''Jim'' Clifton Frazier, 73, of Trumann, AR died July 26, 2014 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Mr. Frazier was born January 24, 1941 in Strayhorn, MS to Clifton and Jewell Frazier. Mr. Frazier graduated from Earle High School in Earle, AR. He married Martha Harsson on May 26, 1961 at Barton Chapel in Heafer, AR. He served as pastor for the Black Oak Baptist Church, south of Marked Tree, AR and McCormick Baptist Church in Trumann, AR for the past 35 years. He was a long time resident of Marked Tree, AR but was living in Trumann, AR.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years; Martha Frazier of Trumann, AR, 2 sons; Mike Frazier (Pamela) of Marked Tree, AR, Jeff Frazier (Julie) of Hobart, IN, and a daughter in law; Tammy Frazier of Bay, AR.
He leaves behind 5 grandchildren; Ethan, Colten, Reno, Joe, and Ryan.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Joseph and Jewell Clifton, a son; Joey Frazier, a sister; Katherine Harpole, and a brother; Leon Frazier.
Aunt Martha, Mike and Jeff, I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Jimmy's passing. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love ya
Kathy Holmes Harris
Will be missed!
Brother Jim was a Wonderful man and a great pastor. While attending his church it was then I knew I was saved. HE will never be forgotten! Ms.Martha I'm sorry for your loss.
please accept our deepest sympathy for you and your family. brother jimmy was an inspiration to a lot of us Marked Tree youth and especially Black Oak Baptist young people. I enjoyed all my years there and have fond memories of being friends with jeff,joey and mike. love to all and God bless.
Martha Sue, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I am sure Brother Jim will be miss because he touched so many. My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
I am so sorry for your sadness Martha and family. Many will be in heaven because of Bro. Jim's witness. His legacy will continue for many years. He meant so much to all of us SALT BLOCK kids and helped us grow up to live for Christ. I love you all. I wish I could find words to comfort but I know the Lord will take care of you and bring you through this sad time. Oh what a reunion one day. Just know you are in my prayers. Sandee
Martha,
I am so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donnie C. Steele
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Rev. Frazier was held in the highest regard and deeply respected. The community has certainly lost a beacon of light. Know that the family and his church is in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Burcham
We love you ms Martha. So sorry we couldn't be there. I am thankful that we got to visit with him Thursday. The both of you have been a blessing to our family. I'm so honored to have had him as my pastor.
Sister Martha, We were so heartbroke when we heard of "Brother" Jimmy's passing. Please know that you, Your Son's and all of your family is in our prayers. May God comfort you and give you strength during this loss and the days ahead. Brother Jimmy was the most caring and compassionate pastor that our family loved so well. He was truly a man of "God". We love your family and I know he is with the Lord and your beloved "Joey". We will always cherish all the memories and love that your family has shown not only to us but to so many. God Bless you and your family. Jimmy and Geneva Williams, Tammy Williams McNatt and son, Trandon. Shawna Williams Owens and children, Trey and Kelsey New.
Brother Jim as we know him was a great man of God. He was an inspiration to many, a great friend of the family, and a wonderful family man. We were honored and thankful that he performed our marriage ceremony in 2006. He will be missed greatly.
Our family is so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your loss. 6 months ago he officiated my brother Rick Winkles funeral and the words he said was very couraging words. Heaven gained a wonderful angel.l
Martha and family I'm sorry for ur loss. bro.jimmy was an awesome person.
bro james was a good percher and will be missed