Ernie, Leroy, and John,
We just lost another great one.Thomas C. Frazier
February 9, 1945 – May 16, 2025
February 9, 1945 – May 16, 2025
Retired Deputy Chief Tom Frazier passed away on Friday, May 16th at his care facility in Novato. Tom had recently experienced health challenges that led to him being provided hospice care.
Tom had an exemplary law enforcement career of great impact both at San Jose and nationally. He was a highly respected leader, mentor, and friend to many throughout his life.
Following his retirement from San Jose in 1994, Tom served as Commissioner of the Baltimore police department for five years and as Director of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services under the Clinton administration for two years. He served as Executive Director of the Major Cities Chiefs Association for ten years and also as the Compliance Director over the Oakland police department.
Tom had moved to Novato to be near his son, Kyle, and his family.
Tom’s family is planning a celebration of life to be held in Novato on June 20th. Details will be updated as they are finalized.
For questions or information, please contact Scott Seaman at: scott@sanjosepolicefoundation.
Scott
My mentor and friend. I cannot come up with the superlatives he deserves.
An extraordinary man who left all who were privileged to know him enriched.
Damn. Too many of our fellow warriors are passing these days. Take care everyone!
Tom
RIP
Boss, friend, soccer coach, he filled many roles. One thing that I will always remember was a piece of advice he gave me. Whenever you give an advantage to someone you disadvantage another. Always take the time to see who your decisions disadvantage. RIP Chief, Coach Tom
Great man, leader, friend. RIP Tom🙏
A mentor to say the least. Fair , honest, trusting a true L. E. Professional…. RIP brother Tom.
My deepest sympathy to Commissioner Frazier’s family. Tom was a good mentor to me and others in the Baltimore Police Department. He instilled a code of ethics and accountability in the police department. He made changes, some popular and some not so popular. But his motive was to create the best police department. Rest in peace and may your memory be eternal.
Tom was my roommate in college, in the Army and fishing buddy in San Jose. Tom, I’ll meet up with you again soon.