Derek John Fraley's Obituary
Derek John Fraley, age 48, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 31, 2013. He was born in Fairfax County, VA on November 30, 1964 to Ezekiel and Joan (Chingman) Fraley. He was a 1982 graduate of Fruitport H.S. and had worked as a Roll Former at Shape Corp. and various other companies. Derek was a member of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. He is survived by his children, Katie Balogh, Laura, Derek II, Malikai, Zachary and Lily Fraley; grandchildren Kaliona, Marcus & Anthony; brothers, George (Jamie) Beckley, Jr. and Tim (Michelle) Beckley; sister, Tammy (John) Rice. A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m. at The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St., (231) 798-1100.Visitation with the family will begin Saturday 10:00 until the service begins. In lieu of flowers, please consider the Muskegon Kateri Circle.
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