Melanie J. Frazier

Melanie Janine Frazier, Age 66, of Indianapolis, Indiana, fell asleep on December 12, 2023 and awaits the return of her lord and savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on August 4, 1957 in New York, New York. Melanie attended Louis D. Brandeis High School and later pursued higher education at Bronx Community College and then Roosevelt University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development in 2004 and a Master’s Degree in Training and Development in 2006. Melanie was a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and earned several certificates, including a certificate in Nonprofit & Volunteer Management from Harper College in 2004, a certificate in Advanced Philanthropy and the Nonprofit Sector from Loyola University in Chicago in 2006, and a certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis in 2018. Passionate and driven, Melanie helped to raise millions of dollars for many organizations. As evidenced by her 2022 recognition as an Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Indiana Chapter, her service and impact in that sector cannot be overstated. Melanie’s heart of service also led her to answer a call to serve God. Melanie graduated from The Way Corps leadership training program with The Way International in 1991 and then faithfully served as a Christian minister with The Way International for thirty-three years. In that time, she served in many areas across the country, elevating the quality of life for countless people with her believing, love and hope. Melanie is survived by her two brothers, Mark A. Frazier (Debra) and Tracey L. Thomas; a cousin, Felyce A. Richardson; two nieces, five nephews, three great-nieces, two great-nephews and a great number of close friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Phillip Frazier II; her mother, Jocelyn Frazier; and two brothers, Phillip E. Frazier III and Brent A. Thomas. A recognition service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel, located at 9900 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Indiana 46038. In lieu of flowers, cards or gifts, please contribute in Melanie’s honor to the Center for Leadership Development (cldinc.org/donate) or The Way Corps Fund at The Way International (theway.org/giving).

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Melanie J. Frazier

August 4, 1957 - December 12, 2023