Frances "Fran" Frazin, born July 2, 1936, died in late August, shortly after turning 90.
She was the first woman to serve as board president of Congregation Beth Israel in Scottsdale, and the first woman named Woman of the Year by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix. She was a national vice president of Jewish Women International.
Her work is on the map. She helped secure the land for Camp Pearlstein, now Camp Daisy and Harry Stein, where generations of Arizona Jewish kids spent their summers. She also served on the Arizona Commission on Appellate Court Appointments.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. Larry Frazin. Yehi zichrah baruch.
How we reported this: based on Jewish News of Greater Phoenix coverage in October 2026. Families who would like to share a remembrance can write to [email protected].