‘His example is one we all can follow’

Mr. Fraser devoted his life to improving the workplace by ensuring workers receive fair pay, enjoy job security and are in a safe environment. He believed everyone must be treated with dignity and respect at work, and his example is one we all can follow.

Irvin D. Reid, president
Wayne State University, Detroit

He made you feel good merely by thrusting out his hand and greeting you with that beaming smile. The positive, uplifting impression he always conveyed, not only of himself, but also of the union he represented, will be with us forever.

Theodore J. St. Antoine,
UAW Public Review Board

Doug was one of those labor leaders who transcends individual union boundaries.

Leo W. Gerard, president
United Steelworkers of America

Doug’s work on behalf of our movement was extraordinary. He was a union builder who always had time to help not only the UAW, but the rest of us.

Larry Cohen, president
Communications Workers of America, AFL-CIO, CLC

Doug was a fierce advocate for workers who certainly would strongly challenge corporations whenever he thought that was appropriate. But Doug also was a strong advocate for cooperative win-win efforts between business and labor, which was and is a UAW tradition.

Larry Horwitz, president,
The Economic Alliance for Michigan

He worked to better the lives of all Americans on matters of great importance: health, working conditions, jobs, education and quality of life.

Rep. John Dingell, D-Mich.

He was probably the most respected labor leader in America, and he had great political charm, as well as substantive commitment.

Former Michigan Gov. James Blanchard

Doug Fraser was a friend and a man of integrity who dedicated his heart and soul to working people. When he retired from serving his fellow UAW members, he went on to do the most noble thing: He taught others what he learned over his lifetime of service.

Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Ford Motor Co. will always owe Doug a debt of gratitude for the courage he showed during the 1982 contract negotiations in structuring an agreement that helped preserve the U.S. auto industry during tough economic times. He will be greatly missed.

Bill Ford, chairman
Ford Motor Co.