Jim Fraser has passed away

[Eric B]

Obituary of Jim Fraser

September 19, 1957 - May 4, 2018



Owner/Operator Fraser's Towing & Tires (40 years)



Jim passed away at his home in Arnprior, Friday May 4th, 2018 surrounded by the peace and love of his family at the age of 60. Beloved husband and best friend of 41 years to Linda (nee Lemieux). Proud and loving father of Ryan (Amy), Shannon Wood (Christopher), Mitchell (Amber Clost) and Travis. Most cherished grandpa of Adalyn, Micha, Lillian and Serena. Dear brother of Norma Glover (late Paul) of Sarnia and Bruce Fraser (Donna) of White Lake. Son of the late Norman and Frances (nee Bruce) Fraser. Jim will be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his community, hunt camp gang and countless friends from one side of “The Valley” to the other. Arrangements by the Boyce Funeral Home Ltd., 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior. Visitation Monday May 7, 2018 from 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. and after 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. Memorial Service will take place Tuesday May 8, 2018 in the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m. As an expression of sympathy, please consider a donation to the Trust Fund that is in place for Jimmy’s grandchildren.

[Eric B]

Hello

I just talked to Linda

Following the funeral service, there will be a procession where Jim's ashes will be transported in his Dads M38, which was just restored. The family are inviting everybody with a vintage military vehicle or tow truck to participate. The procession will end up back at the funeral parlor.

In lieu of flowers the family would prefer a contribution to the Grandchildren's Trust Fund, which was Jim's wishes. This has not yet been set up and i will advise when details have been arranged.

Thanks

Eric

[Bob Phillips]

To the growing list, I add my condolences to Linda and the family.
Jim was a friendly, knowledgable and a leading member in the MV/jeep collecting community. He would call regularly and you finished the call thinking how much you enjoyed chatting with him and the smile his stories put on your face. Whenever I stopped in to see him he was a gracious host and would show me all the latest treasures in his collection,and relate yet more humourous anecdotes, and vehicle or hunting adventures. What a great guy, what a loss!
B.P.

[r.morrison]

"Tis a sad Ting"....as the Irish would say! I never knew Jim voice to voice...but I did converse with him through the MLU Forum or through emails. And as I speak for everyone so far...."just one hell of a nice guy". Extremely sorry that this voice of knowledge has passed and my condolences to his family. Kind regards to all.....Robert

[Eric B]

Hello

Following the Memorial Service was a Procession, which was lead by Jim's Dad's M38, which he had built from NOS parts. Jim recently had it restored but never took it out for a drive as he was too ill.
Jim's children were in the M38 carrying Jim's Ashes. Photo was taken by Rob Greive.

The Procession included many tow trucks as well as a couple of Military vehicles.

There will be a trail-ride later this year taking Jim to his final resting place.

For those wishing to contribute to Jim's Grandchildren's Trust Fund. please make cheques payable to " Fraser Family in Trust" and mail to Boyce Funeral Home 138 Daniel St North, Arnprior ON K7S 2L3

Thanks
Eric

[Francis Lafrance]

My condolences to his family

[Jeep-Livin!]

Jim was a great man with old school honesty
We talked semi regularly in the last few years on and off , at great lengths , ( as I’m sure he did with many here),
Lots of great stories of finds , his history with the collecting/restoring pastime
Purolaterd parts back n forth ; with him ,etc
I’d been away from everything for a while dealing with my dad’s battle
, n eventual losing him to same cancers recently
These fellas fought this horrible disease as warriors , staying as positive
As possible , and will be sadly missed
I’ve just recently gotten back online , realizing the passing of Jim also
My condolences to his family and very saddened at the loss of this great fella
He was larger than life , and honored that I got to talk with him whenever I did
Thanks Jim for being a great mentor for many , and for being an example of what a good hard working , honest family man is .. Will never forget you
Will speak of you in the highest regards always , condolences to the family again , and may you Rest In Peace Jim