Ms. Cheryl D. Fraser

July 20, 1950 - June 13, 2018

Cheryl Fraser , age 67, died on June 13, 2018. She was born on July 20, 1950. She was the only child of Osborne and Thelma Fraser. She was raised in a very devote Catholic family where spirituality was the utmost of importance. She seriously considered becoming a nun. Cheryl had an extended family of numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, and her grandparents. One of whom she visited during the summers throughout her childhood. She spent much quality time with her very spiritual, Evangelical grandmother. Not only did she learn many lessons from her grandmother, but also from her parents. Her Father would take her with him on various occasions so she could learn about life and be a strong woman. Education in and out of the classroom was very important to the Fraser family. After graduating high school Cheryl subsequently graduated from Babson University in 1973. She was one of the first female African-American to graduate from here. While at Babson, she developed many lifelong friendships and many fond memories. After graduating she still continued her education and she earned a double masters. Early on in her career she worked in market development research for McDonalds and Burger King. Then she started her own market research company and also worked in the petroleum and fast food industry. She eventually went back to her first love of teaching at Joliet Job Core where she loved inspiring young minds and giving back to her community. She lived in many states over the years like Louisiana, Florida, Wisconsin, Indiana and of course Illinois, Throughout her travels, everywhere she went she developed and maintained lifelong friendships. One of her favorite things to do was to talk to people and to help others with whatever help they needed. Unfortunately, she could not travel much as she had a terrible fear of flying as she was on the last plane that was high jacked to Cuba. Her stories were always entertaining and funny. Cheryl will be remembered by her brilliant mind, and her humble, humorous (and of course her stubborn) loving spirit. Those closest to Cheryl would like to extend their deep gratitude to everyone who has helped care for Cheryl throughout her illness, the various friends, nurses, care givers and the Joliet Area Community Hospice.