John L. Fleming
Funeral Information
Home:
Corning, NY
Date of Death:
January 07, 2012
Place of Birth:
Corning, NY
Birthdate:
July 07, 1946
Age:
65
Funeral Service:
Friday, January 13, 2012 8:00 PM Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, Corning, NY
Visitation:
Friday, January 13, 2012 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, Corning, NY
Interment:
Coopers Plains, Painted Post, NY
Biography
John L. Fleming, age 65, of Corning, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born on July 7, 1946 in Corning, the son of the late Harry and Mattie (Jones) Fleming. He married Rosa May Keck on September 7, 1974 in Corning. She predeceased him on December 30, 2002.
John retired from Corning, Inc. in 2001 following 35 years of service. He later worked at Southern Tier Logistics, and then Wal-Mart. He was a member of the East Corning Fire Department for 15 years, having served as Chief for 5 years. John coached girls Cinderella softball. He enjoyed bowling, NASCAR, and football, especially the Buffalo Bills. He liked to travel and spend time with his family.
He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Amy Lynn and Shafiq Niaz of Greenville, SC, and Chrissy and Gary Hankinson of Savona; his significant other, Ruth Stratton of Addison; sister and brother-in-law, Annette and William Walker of Arizona; grandchildren, Brandon Fleming, Danielle, Sharon, and Allison Hankinson, and Ashlie and Shyanne Naylor; extended family, Bud Keck and Mary Ann Keck, both of Corning, Dan and Linda Hamilton of Enoree, SC, canine companion, Lady, Brian Stratton of Ithaca, Kim Stratton of Castle Creek, NY, Todd Stratton of Addison; and several nieces and nephews.
John was predeceased by his brother, Harry Fleming and by his mother and step-father, Mattie and Lee Shumway.
Family and friends are invited to call at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in Corning on Friday, January 13, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm. John's funeral service will follow there at 8:00 pm. Burial at Coopers Plains Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in John's name may be directed to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation, Heart & Vascular Institute, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14905.
John retired from Corning, Inc. in 2001 following 35 years of service. He later worked at Southern Tier Logistics, and then Wal-Mart. He was a member of the East Corning Fire Department for 15 years, having served as Chief for 5 years. John coached girls Cinderella softball. He enjoyed bowling, NASCAR, and football, especially the Buffalo Bills. He liked to travel and spend time with his family.
He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Amy Lynn and Shafiq Niaz of Greenville, SC, and Chrissy and Gary Hankinson of Savona; his significant other, Ruth Stratton of Addison; sister and brother-in-law, Annette and William Walker of Arizona; grandchildren, Brandon Fleming, Danielle, Sharon, and Allison Hankinson, and Ashlie and Shyanne Naylor; extended family, Bud Keck and Mary Ann Keck, both of Corning, Dan and Linda Hamilton of Enoree, SC, canine companion, Lady, Brian Stratton of Ithaca, Kim Stratton of Castle Creek, NY, Todd Stratton of Addison; and several nieces and nephews.
John was predeceased by his brother, Harry Fleming and by his mother and step-father, Mattie and Lee Shumway.
Family and friends are invited to call at Carpenter's Funeral Home, LLC, 14 East Pulteney Street in Corning on Friday, January 13, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm. John's funeral service will follow there at 8:00 pm. Burial at Coopers Plains Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in John's name may be directed to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation, Heart & Vascular Institute, 600 Roe Avenue, Elmira, NY 14905.
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Kelli Smith Majiros
2012-01-09 22:05:08
I haven't seen John in more than 10 years and I was JUST thinking about him the other day. So sorry to hear he's gone. I will be praying for him and his loved ones...
Beth Mattison
2012-01-10 00:08:33
John was such a caring man for all who new him, I worked with him at Store #2992 and he will be greatly missed, Fly high with the angels John , you will forever be missed and always remembered...
chrissy hankinson
2012-01-10 04:00:03
it still does not seem real that you are gone. today was really hard for us having to plan your funeral. give mom a big hug for me and tell her that i love her and miss her i love you so much dad and i miss you its so hard not being able to talk to you or see you I LOVE YOU DAD
chrissy hankinson
2012-01-10 04:01:27
it still does not seem real that you are gone. today was really hard for us having to plan your funeral. give mom a big hug for me and tell her that i love her and miss her i love you so much dad and i miss you its so hard not being able to talk to you or see you I LOVE YOU DAD
Ann Kirk
2012-01-10 16:33:50
Knew John from Corning Inc Data Center. In later years saw him at Walmart & we would have a good laugh together. God's speed, John.
Denise Krise
2012-01-10 20:09:37
I did not know John, but about from stories from coworkers & his wonderful mate, Ruth. My heart is with all of you at this time.
Jon Cody
2012-01-11 15:39:26
I have known John and his family for many years. John gave me a Lionel Train set that was worth gold to me. I have it sitting on my desk at home today. John has a giving heart and was always ready with a laugh. God bless the family of John Fleming.
Ruthie Stratton
2012-01-12 22:13:51
Dearest John, We met in Wal- Mart when you chased me down to ask about my jacket that had Eeyore on it because your current girlfriend loved Eeyore. After that we had several chance encounters and that girlfriend became a thing of the past and the rest is history. You always told me, "you can find anything you need in Wal- Mart!" It seems you were right for both of us. I would sometimes remind you when you were grumpy that Wal-Mart has an easy return policy and I might take you back for a refund, but I never would have. I already miss so much our multiple daily phone calls and the way you loved spending time with me. We have so many great memories together. I don't know what I will miss the most because we had so much fun together and also some very serious times. I hope I added as much to your life as you did to mine. We had many hours to talk about everything both silly and serious so I know how important I was to you and I hope you knew the same. It seemed that whenever we were out and about you would run into someone you knew and they would joke about how much you always talk about your Ruthie. I will miss having your love and pride in me, but I will cherish the memories and all of the time we were blessed with. I love you John, and I will not forget you. Thank you for being my sweetheart.
Amy Niaz
2012-01-13 04:03:55
Hi there dad. Well tomorrow is your big day. It is also the day I will never see you again. I can still hear your voice though on my voicemail. I love you dad and I am going to miss you with all my heart. I want you to do one favor for me can you give mom a big hug from me and tell her I still love and miss her to. You guys our my parents I love you so much and will be deeply missed and never for gotten.
Brandon Fleming
2012-01-13 04:55:07
Even though I didn't get to say goodbye to my grandpa before he passed away,I still feel like he is right beside me. Im going to make my grandpa proud by continuing the fleming family tree. I love you grandpa you will always be on my mind and in my heart.
David Palmer
2012-01-13 13:16:44
I met John while working at Corning. We developed a close working relationship although working in different departments. He was such a pleasant, jolly person and a pleasure to be around. To the family I extend my deepest condolences.
Amy Niaz
2012-01-29 19:56:51
Dad I finally left the house. It was so hard. While I was there I felt so close to you. Know again I feel so distant from you. I wish I could have you and mom back because I need you both. I feel you both where taken away from me. Life is so unfair. I love and miss you dearly.