James G. Fraser

James G. "Coach" Fraser, 83, of Lansdale, died Saturday, April 18, 2020.  He was the beloved husband of Martha (Rinker) Fraser.

Born May 29, 1936 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Thomas and Margaret (Gahalar) Fraser.

Jim was a standout athlete at Germantown Academy where he received varsity letters in seven sports.  A member of the GA Class of 1955, he was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 2001.  He continued to excel as a student athlete with the University of Wisconsin football team.

After serving his country honorably with the US Army, Jim was drafted into the NFL and had a successful career with a number of NFL teams.  Upon retirement, he continued to serve as a teacher and coach at a number of prep schools across the United States.  Jim was also very active with Camp Tecumseh (New Hampshire) for many years.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, John T. Fraser (Tammi) and Jeffrey P. Fraser, both of Georgia; his step-children, James "Jimmy" Beck of Philadelphia, Stephen W. Beck (Lisa) of Medfield, MA, Douglas S. Beck (Jodi) of Monmouth, ME, and Jeffrey F. Beck (Anita) of Philadelphia; three grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; one step-great-granddaughter; and a sister, Margaret Lomax of Bel Air, MD.

He was preceded in death by a brother, John Fraser; and sister, Agnes Bantley.

Details for a public memorial service will be announced at a later date.  Arrangements are by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.

For those desiring, contributions may be made in Jim's memory to Camp Tecumseh, 975 Moultonborough Neck Road, Moultonborough, NH 03254.