[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 105 (Monday, July 29, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1463]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING SKIPPER LEE FRAZIER

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                            HON. KEN BENTSEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 26, 2002

  Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Skipper Lee Frazier as 
he celebrates his 75th birthday and 45 years in gospel radio. In 
recognition of Mr. Frazier, Windsor Village United Methodist Church 
will be hosting a ``Roast and Toast,'' on July 29, 2002.
  An accomplished businessman, radio personality, and dedicated 
community advocate, Skipper Lee Frazier has touched the lives of many 
Houstonians.
  Born in Magnolia Springs, Texas, Skipper Lee Frazier has dedicated 
his life to building a successful career in radio, while embarking on a 
number of business ventures. Mr. Frazier began his radio career at 
KYOK, where he served as a part time disc Jockey while hosting record 
hops and talent shows. After his tenure at KYOK, Mr. Frazier's love for 
music and radio led him to KCOH, where he first brought Houston the 
``Mountain of Soul,'' becoming the trademark personality that effect 
the lives of many. His career in radio helped propel him into the 
record industry, where he distinguished himself as a manager and 
promotor of local talent. He promoted and managed the careers of such 
artists as The Masters of Soul, Mark Putney, Conrad Johnson, Beau 
Williams, and Sugar Bear. During that time, Mr. Frazier also managed 
two groups that brought him and the city of Houston national acclaim, 
Archie Bell and the Drellis and the TSU Tornadoes. Their big hit was 
the popular dance tune ``Tighten Up,'' which was written by Mr. 
Frazier.
  Throughout his involvement in the music industry, Skipper Lee earned 
the opportunity to promote shows for such legendary artists as James 
Brown, B.B. King, Wes Montgomery, and the O'Jays. With Mr. Frazier's 
efforts, the Kool Jazz Festival, presented in cities throughout the 
country, proved a resounding success.
  During his earlier years, Mr. Frazier employed a tremendous sense of 
determination and drive to succeed, often working more than one Job in 
his quest for success. His remarkable efforts and strong will have paid 
off, in the Eternal Rest Funeral Home he owns and manages with his son. 
While the funeral business is incredibly difficult, Mr. Frazier's 
business brings great comfort and ease to families in their time of 
need. The fact that many families have returned to Mr. Frazier's 
business when the need arose testifies to the strong sense of 
confidence his community has in him and his business.
  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join Windsor Village Methodist Church, 
Skipper Lee Frazier's family and friends, and all those he has inspired 
in honoring him on the occasion of her 75th birthday and commending him 
on his 45 years in radio. May the coming years bring good health, 
happiness, and prosperity.

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