Harold Walker Fraser was born on March 19, 1917. He enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Force on May 13, 1941, becoming part of the growing air forces preparing for service during a time of global conflict.
On January 5, 1942, while stationed in England, he was killed in a plane accident at just 24 years old.
Harold Walker Fraser’s service reflected the courage and commitment of the young men who stepped forward to defend their country during one of history’s most challenging times. His sacrifice remains part of the enduring legacy of the Americans who served in the Army Air Forces during World War II.
Harold W. Frazer (Fraser) is permanently engraved on the plaque at Memorial Park in Downers Grove, honoring local servicemen who never returned home from WW II, ensuring his legacy endures within the community he once called home.
