November 14, 1954- April 13, 2020

God fearing women, whom the Lord brought home. An angel who's now watching over us!

Velma Frazier Fitzgerald,65 of Utica departed this life on Monday April 13,2020.

Velma was full of life, and had profound love and admiration for her family. But most importantly, she loved the Lord.

She was born and raised in Utica, New York, to the late Nathaniel, and Eva Frazier. Graduated from Utica Free Academy. Married to her loving husband Donald (Don) Fitzgerald who preceded her death on December 14, 2016.

Velma was dedicated employee of Spectrum for over 41 years of faithful service. Everything she did, was done in love, and she loved her career and the lifelong friends she made.

Velma lived a full life, she loved her children and grandchild the most. No matter what the need or problem was, Velma (grandma) was always the solution. This steadfast caring, nurturing, characteristic of hers didn't cease with her family! She was the rock and fortress to anyone in need. She taught her children the same morals and values she was raised on. "Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." (Romans 12:10) Velma showered her love on everyone, and everyone adored her in return. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Beloved star Velma, leaves to celebrate and cherish her life: her loving sons Darian, Donald Jr, (DJ) Corey, and her daughter Jeanette.

Her sisters: Rosetta Johnson, Joanne Joyner (Ronald), Gail Frazier, Jeanette Frazier, and Atha Turner.

Her loving grandchild: Jared

"Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?" (John 11:25-26)