Glenda

Frasier-Mcgee

Glenda D. Frasier-McGee

Sunrise: June 3, 1956  -  Sunset: April 17, 2021

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.    Matthew 5:16 (KJV)

Glenda D. Frasier-McGee, beloved wife, sister, aunt, friend, mentor, and community advocate, transitioned to eternal rest on April 17, 2021 in Teaneck, New Jersey. She was 64.

Glenda was born to the late Henry and Gloria Frasier on June 3, 1956 in Englewood, New Jersey. She attended the Englewood Public Schools and went on to study Early Childhood Education at William Paterson University. She later received a degree in Psychology from Concordia College. While pursuing her path, Glenda met the love of her life, George McGee, and they wed on February 14, 1998, St. Valentine's Day.

Glenda was an esteemed and passionate educator and civic leader. Her life's mission of youth empowerment in her hometown was accented by the loving, maternal bonds she developed with her students, who she affectionately called her "children." During her 27-year tenure as a teacher and student coordinator at Dwight Morrow High School in Englewood, Glenda piloted several youth service and prosocial programs. As the advisor for the DMHS Interact Club, a Rotary International high school program, she mobilized students' participation in volunteer activities such as the Senior Citizens Prom, election campaigning, and various walk-a-thons including the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Glenda's work with the signature "ZONE" at DMHS, in collaboration with the Bergen Family Center, was one of her major contributions to Englewood students and their families. Similarly, her work with Bergen Community College resulted in many win-wins for DMHS students.  She personally escorted students to the campus to be certain that she introduced them to Bergen faculty and staff who would keep them on the path to graduation.

As Program Director for a Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) grant at the Urban League for Bergen County (ULBC), Glenda recruited students from the community. This grant, awarded to the ULBC, was focused on the prevention of teen pregnancy. One of its components was preparation for standardized tests, such as the SAT. While at the Urban League, Glenda was at the helm of successful scholarship events where students' achievements were highlighted for the public. One such scholarship event was a Scholarship Breakfast at the Clinton Inn.

Most recently, Glenda served as both a substitute and afterschool program teacher for the Teaneck Public Schools.

Glenda received numerous awards and accolades in recognition of her contributions to and impact on her community. As an honorary member of the Englewood Rotary Club, she was the recipient of the 'Educator of the Year' award. On October 14, 2018, Glenda was awarded the 'Education Advocate Community' honor by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Bergen/Passaic Chapter. This event, the Trail Blazer's Luncheon, is one of the organization's most prestigious events.

Glenda was raised a devoted member and Deaconess of Shiloh AME Zion Church in Englewood where she played pivotal roles in the Women's Ministry, Girl Talk Ministry, and Culinary Committee. She chaired several committees including the Women's Day and 125 ^th Church Anniversary committees.

In addition to serving God and her community, Glenda enjoyed traveling, shopping, fashion, mentoring, and singing along to her favorite gospel tracks. Above all, she delighted in caring for her husband and spending time with her dear niece-Goddaughter, Hanan. Connecting with people seemed to come easy for Glenda, as she had an incredible knack for striking up a conversation with just about anyone. She was kind-hearted, dependable, and charitable in every facet of her life, with a nurturing spirit that will remain unmatched.

Glenda was predeceased by her father and mother, Henry and Gloria Frasier. She is survived by her husband of 23 years, George McGee; brother, Kevin H. Frasier; sister, Marva V. Frasier (Barrett) and brother-in-law, Marklon P. Barrett; niece-Goddaughter, Hanan A. Muhammad; bonus daughter, Yvonne Lee; Godson, Shamar Bobo; spiritual son, Timothy Lee; and a host of cousins, friends, colleagues, students, and extended church family.