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RICHARD FRASER Obituary

FRASER, Dr. Richard S. 64, of Westwood on Sunday, March 05, 2017. Dr. Fraser was a man of many accomplishments. In addition to being a prominent area physician, he was a court-qualified forensic handwriting examiner. He had a lifelong love of music and was himself an accomplished musician who played many instruments, including the guitar, banjo, violin, trumpet and piano. He loved bluegrass and the blues. He authored a book on the Yiddish language. He was a devoted Jew and active member of Temple Beth David of Westwood throughout his life. He enjoyed performing in community theatre, Nothing was more important to Dr. Fraser than his family. Beloved husband and bashert of Brenda (Hagenmaier). Loving father of Laura & Liana.

Cherished brother of Audrey Fraser, and dear brother-in-law to William, Richard and Alan Hagenmaier. Devoted uncle to many nieces & nephews.

Services at Temple Beth David, 7 Clapboardtree St., Westwood on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 1pm. Memorial observance on Tuesday following the burial at Temple Beth David 4-8pm with Minyan at 7pm and on Wednesday 6-8:30pm with Minyan at 7:30pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Temple Beth David, 7 Clapboardtree St., Westwood, MA 02090. Levine Chapels, Brookline

(617) 277-8300

www.levinechapel.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2017.

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Bobbi jo Foster

April 29, 2017

My heart goes out to the family so sorry he was a great Dr.an nice man he will be deaply missed

Suzanne Fay

April 5, 2017

I just heard today that Dr. Fraser had passed. My sincere sympathies to his family and friends. He was a unique and wonderful person. It was my privilege to know him. RIP Dr. Fraser. Thank you for all the help. You are missed!

Jeannine Ludovicz

March 16, 2017

I just heard today of Dr. Fraser's passing. I am truly grieved and send condolences to his wife and daughter. I've known him for over 15 years. A truly gentle soul. I will greatly miss my chats with Dick on a variety of topics.

Brenda Spencer

March 12, 2017

Doctor Fraiser. I am so happy thst I got to see you and your band. I was honored to watch it. You are a true gentleman, musician, doctor and family man. God love you. Brenda S. XO Godspeed

March 9, 2017

It was a pleasure and an honor to have known Richard. He was inviting and inclusive. He was one of those rare people who could fnd something significant to talk about with all people. My sincere condolences to the Fraser family!

Brad Ellenberg

Jeffrey Simonds

March 8, 2017

I was very sorry to learn of the passing of
Dr. Richard Fraser.
Dr. Fraser Was A very good and compassionate man.

My most sincere condolences to his entire family.

Rick Blotner

March 8, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard...I have many happy and funny memories from his time at Peter Pan...

all my wishes are with you during these sad days...

Rick Blotner

Marie and Al LaGreca

March 7, 2017

My thoughts are with you Brenda and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Respectfully.

David Wang

March 7, 2017

On behalf of the entire Temple Beth David community, including Debbie and me, our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
Of all the instruments Richard played, his Shofar blowing, and the spirit he embodied will forever be remembered at TBD.
May his memory be for a blessing...

March 6, 2017

Richard is part of our collective memories of growing up in a warm and wonderful family. He was talented in so many ways. Always interesting to talk to. We will miss him.
Cousin Barbara

March 6, 2017

Brenda, Liana, and Laura,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Richard. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Joan and Marvin Dill and Family

Jane & Steve Cohen

March 6, 2017

Sending our love to the entire Fraser family. Richard was one in a million.

Jim Jenny Ben and Sam Brackett

March 6, 2017

Love you, Frasers! We will miss Uncle Richard's humor and kindness.

March 6, 2017

I will Miss you lots dad! :(

Love You forever!
Liana

Patty Hagenmaier

March 6, 2017

Richard, we will miss you! You were always so fun when you visited Indy. You always had the family laughing with your jokes.

William Hagenmaier

March 6, 2017

He was a great man. I will never forget the grandkids and him playing in the bouce house.ooo

Jim, Jenny, Ben and Sam Brackett

March 6, 2017

We love you, Frasers.

Bruce Kaufman

March 6, 2017

May his memory be a blessing.

Andrew Broughton

March 5, 2017

Liana,

I was so saddened and shocked to hear about the loss of your father. Richard was a wonderful guy who always had a great sense of humor and always waved hello with a friendly smile. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family during this difficult time.

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Mar

7

Memorial Gathering

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Temple Beth David

7 Clapboardtree St., Westwood, MA

Mar

8

Memorial Gathering

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Temple Beth David,

7 Clapboardtree St., Westwood, MA

Mar

8

Service

1:00 p.m.

Temple Beth David,

7 Clapboardtree St, Westwood, MA

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