CSM (Ret) Jimmie Lloyd Frazier, 66, passed away on April 12, 2011, in the Mount Vernon Veterans Home where he resided the past three years. Jim was born was born on June 17, 1944, to Lloyd and Louise Frazier, in Altus, Ark. He graduated from Joplin High School and attended Pittsburg State University in Kansas where he earned a degree in Sociology. He worked for the Missouri Board of Probation and Parole and for the Missouri Dept. of Corrections for 30 years. Jimmie served honorably in the United States Army where he retired as Command Sergeant Major. He was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, awarded the Bronze Star Medal (for meritorious achievement in ground operations against hostile forces), the Meritorious Service Medal, and many other service decorations. His many interests included hunting, boating, and sports, and he excelled at all. He was a very humble man who wouldn't discuss his awards, honors, and accomplishments, but his family is most proud to acknowledge his many achievements. Jim touched the lives of so many people with his smile, generosity and trademark sense of humor, even at the end. Despite his many medical problems, he was still an inspiration to those around him. He was so well loved by all of the people in his life, and it was honor to have him as a friend. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Jaimie Frazier; treasured granddaughter, Madison Cardin; his loving sisters, Charlotte Chilcutt, Maggie Weldy, and Cathy Bittick; and many nieces and nephews. To honor his wishes, there will be a military service held at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield on April 19, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. In lieu of flowers, Jim requested donations be made to The Jimmie L Frazier Memorial Fund at US Bank, 1615 S Glenstone Springfield, MO 65804, for the educational benefit of his granddaughter, Madison Cardin.