William Denver Fraley

William Denver Fraley, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born on August 21, 1940, to the late Jessie Willard and Ivory Pearl Fraley Short.

William had a fulfilling career as a carpenter retiring from CECO Corp and was a proud member of the Ohio Carpenters Local #200 and Reese Community Baptist Church.

A man of many passions, William was an avid coon hunter and had a deep appreciation for the art of restoring classic cars. He was affectionately known as "Pops" by all who knew him.

William is preceded in death by his parents, Jess and Pearl, his beloved grandparents, Rev. Trigg and Millie Fraley, and his infant son, Eric Wade Fraley. He is survived by his devoted wife, Nina Fraley; his sister, Linda Moore; his niece, Stacy; and his cousin, Cheetie.

William's legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew him, and he will be deeply missed by family and friends alike.

Family will receive friends, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 12 noon at GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 S. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43207 with Rev. Tad Miller officiating. Interment to follow at Obetz Cemetery. To sign William's online guest book and leave a condolence for his family please visit www.graumlichfuneralhome.com