Hildegarde S. Frazier

Madison -- Hildegarde S. Frazier, age 92, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at HospiceCare.   She was born March 15, 1918, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Martin and Minnie (Mueller) Schultz.   Hilde received a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and also a Masters degree there.   She was a former employee of the Forest Products Laboratory and the University of Wisconsin.   She is survived by her sister, Dr. Loraine E. Sherman of Arlington, Texas; and by her niece, Cathy Sherman of Grand Prairie, Texas.   She is also survived by her brother-in-law Leon Orcutt of Madison; her nephew William (Linda) Merz of Madison, and their family; and by her step-son William R. Frazier of Salem, South Carolina, and his children and grandchildren.   Hilde was preceded in death by her husband, Emeritus Professor William C. Frazier; and by her sister Ruth Orcutt.   Hilde cherished her family, friends and neighbors who were also her friends.   She enjoyed reading, especially biographies, history and science.   She supported organizations that preserved natural resources and their wise use.   According to Hilde's wishes, there will be no services.   Hilde's family wishes to thank the staff and ""angels"" at HospiceCare for their wonderful care and support.   Memorials in Hilde's name may be gifted to The Nature Conservancy, Wisconsin Chapter, 633 West Main St., Madison, WI 53703, or a charity of like vision.