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William Elbert Fralin, Jr.

Jan 27, 1940 – Mar 19, 2020

Service Details

Services for William will be live streamed from Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at 11:00 am with Pastor Adrian Malone officiating. Only the IMMEDIATE FAMILY will be present at the funeral home. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. You may witness the service live by accessing the live stream link at  https://youtu.be/rhgiaeOEZfg on Saturday beginning at 10:00 am (service will start at 11 am).

Racine – William Elbert Fralin, Jr.; age 80, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, March 19, 2020.

He was born January 27, 1940 in Marion, Alabama. As a youngster he accepted Christ, was baptized and joined Berean Baptist Church.

He attended Marion Baptist Academy and graduated from Lincoln High School class of 1959. During his high school years, William was a member of the Lincoln High Marching Band. A few years after graduating, William married Annie Bell Moore and moved to Racine, Wisconsin. This union was blessed with two children, Donald Eugene and Danna. William later married Melba Lee Billingsley and this union was blessed with three sons, Eric Donelle, Darrell Jestan and William Elbert III. Years later, William met and married Hope Rosena Smith and became father-in-law to Hope’s son, Xavier Anthony Lauren.

William was a very hard-working man and was very proud of the 2-car garage that he had built along with a back-yard patio that consisted of large slabs of poured concrete. He loved cars and spent a lot of his free time in his brand-new garage working on vehicles. On weekends, when William wasn’t in the garage he was working on home improvement projects. He also spent time watching educational television with his family like the History Channel or Animal Planet. He had a thirst for knowledge and loved learning new things. When William wasn’t watching educational television, he enjoyed watching Milwaukee Bucks basketball and boxing while having his favorite snacks, Wheat Nuts or roasted salted peanuts.

William was always health conscious, exercising and eating healthy. He encouraged others to do the same as he would always tell his children and loved ones, “you don’t have anything if you don’t have your health.” He retired after thirty years of dedicated service with J.I. Case Tractor Corporation where he worked as an assembly mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Elbert & Evelyn Woods Fralin; brother, Bennie Charles “Pee Wee” Fralin. Left to cherished his memory; children, Donald Eugene, Danna, Eric Donelle, Darrell Jestan, William Elbert III, and Xavier Anthony Lauren; nine beautiful grandchildren; Aladdin Maurice, Damion Jamall, Chasity Nicole, Clavonna Latrice, Bilshonte Jemone, Darielle Diasha, Alissa Nicole, Ivy Grace and Nora Rose, two brothers, J.C. (Viola) and James Fralin, Sr.; sisters, Mary (John) Hardaway and Janice Fralin Steele; devoted friend and former wife, Melba Fralin; former wife Hope Smith; nieces, nephews, numerous other relatives and friends.

Services for William will be live streamed from Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at 11:00 am with Pastor Adrian Malone officiating. Only the IMMEDIATE FAMILY will be present at the funeral home. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. You may witness the service live by accessing the live stream link at  https://youtu.be/rhgiaeOEZfg on Saturday beginning at 10:00 am (service will start at 11 am).

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  1. Rosetta Bunch says

    To the Fralin family. We are thanking god for your loved one’s life, and praying for strength and comfort for you and your family.

    The Bunch family

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Testimonials

August 1, 2025

My siblings and I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to plan a funeral for our beloved mother – Juana Munoz. During this difficult time, we were fortunate enough to come across a funeral home that truly went above and beyond what was expected. Their attention to detail and dedication to ensuring our comfort and safety throughout the entire process was truly remarkable.

From the moment we stepped foot into the funeral home, we were greeted with warmth and compassion. The staff members, but specifically Mark was incredibly understanding and empathetic, making us feel at ease during such a challenging time. Mark took the time to listen to our needs and wishes, and his guidance and support were invaluable.

One aspect that truly stood out was Mark’s meticulous attention to detail. He paid close attention to every aspect of the funeral arrangements, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. From the floral arrangements to the music selection, every detail was carefully considered and executed flawlessly. Mark even noticed that the temperature in the room was getting warm and promptly adjusted it to ensure our comfort.

What impressed me the most was their commitment to our safety. Mark and his team took every precaution to ensure that our family and guests were protected throughout the entire process. From the funeral home to the cemetery, Mark made sure that all safety measures were in place, including providing hand sanitizers, and even arranging for additional staff members to assist with crowd control.

Furthermore, Mark’s professionalism and organization was evident in every aspect of the funeral service. He coordinated seamlessly with the cemetery staff, ensuring a smooth transition from the funeral home to the final resting place. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly made a difference in our overall experience.

In addition to their exceptional service, the funeral home also provided us with resources and support beyond the funeral itself. They offered grief counseling services and connected us with local support groups, which proved to be invaluable during our grieving process.

Overall, we cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Mark and broader Draeger Langendorf team. Their attention to detail, commitment to our safety, and genuine compassion made a difficult time a little more bearable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of funeral arrangements, as they truly go above and beyond to ensure that every detail is taken care of and that families are supported throughout the entire process.

– Epifanio and The Munoz Family

Epifanio Munoz, Jr.

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