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Edwin Fleming Obituary

Fleming, Edwin William
March 25, 1922-October 4, 2011 Ed Fleming of Scottsdale passed as he lived, surrounded by loving family and friends. He is preceded in death by his first wife Betty Ciochetti Fleming, second wife Pauline Stringer Fleming, and brothers Robert, George and Thomas. He is survived by his children Antoinette, Kathryn (Paul Bethel), Edwin (Sally), Joseph (Cindy); stepchildren Mary Garcia (Frank), Rick Stringer (Julie), Eileen Gerrish (Andy), Patricia Duran (Armando), brother Arthur of Milwaukee; 14 grandchildren and many loving relatives and friends.- Ed was born to Mamie and George Fleming in Prescott Arizona and grew up in Flagstaff until he joined the US Navy during World War II. He served honorably as Lieutenant on LST 991 in the Pacific, surviving a typhoon as well as battles in Palau, Leyte Gulf, Lingayen Gulf, San Narcisco and Okinawa. After the war he studied history and education receiving a Bachelors Degree from ASU and a Masters Degree from NAU. Ed worked at Scottsdale Unified School District for 35 years where he served as Principal of Kaibab, Navajo, and Supai Schools before he retired in 1982. - Ed lived a long life filled with love, laughter, adventure and happiness. He leaves us with many happy memories and richer for having known him. To celebrate his life, a Rosary Service will be held at Green Acres Mortuary on Sunday, October 9 with 6PM visitation, and 7PM Rosary followed by a sharing of memories. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Daniels Catholic Church in Scottsdale on Monday, October 10 at 10AM followed by internment. Arrangements were made at Green Acres Memorial Park 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.greenacresmortuary.net

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 7, 2011.

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October 23, 2011

What a wonderful man! Our thoughts and prayers to the family!
Love,

Shelli, Paul, Michael and Matthew Moosbrugger
Bob and Pat Hendricks

October 12, 2011

Joe & Cindy,

May the wonderful memories of a good life lived by a great man lift your spirits. Rest in peace Big D.

The Rice Family

October 10, 2011

We will always have those wonderful Memories of seeing Ed come to all the ballgames of Katie and always extending a welcome handshake! He loved going to those games! He will be missed dearly and our thoughts and prayers go out to the Family!
The Boyds

Nancy Rich

October 8, 2011

Mr. Fleming, thank you for enriching and protecting our childhood. You are one of the good guys. Every kid should be as lucky as we were to know you, respect you, and attend Navajo Elementary (1963 – 1971). My brothers and I have many, many fond memories of our elementary school education. Thank you! God bless you! Job well done. The Rich Family – Scott, Nancy, David and Hank.

Nancy Rich

October 8, 2011

Mr. Fleming, thank you for enriching and protecting our childhood. You are one of the good guys. Every kid should be as lucky as we were to know you, respect you, and attend Navajo Elementary (1963 – 1971). My brothers and I have many, many fond memories of our elementary school education. Thank you! God bless you! Job well done. The Rich Family – Scott, Nancy, David and Hank.

Kelli Weissert

October 8, 2011

Ed was the best principal I had ever had. Once in a while I would get in trouble in class just so that I could be sent to his office & hang out with him. I loved him & will miss him very much. My thoughts & prayers are with the family during this very tough time.

Francine Fleming

October 7, 2011

What a truly wonderful man----so many great memories! Please know that I am holding Uncle Ed, and each of you in my heart and in my prayers.
With love,
Francine

October 7, 2011

What a wonderful man ed was. He will be missed. Loving thoughts to all the Flemings. Kathy & Rick

October 7, 2011

We have many great memories of Ed and all of the family. He was one of kind and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
With Love,
Jerry & Pat Hope (Crowley)

October 7, 2011

Uncle Ed what more can you say about a man that made everyone he touched feel welcome and one of his own. I will miss you greatly Uncle Ed. Dr. Kevin Lords and Sons( Tanner and Conner) Dublin, Ga.

October 7, 2011

Our hearts go out to yo in this time of sorrow.
The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer, in whom I take refuge . He is my shield, my stronghold(Psalm18:2).

October 7, 2011

Being a good friend of his son Joseph, I have heard wonderful stories of this dear man. He was an honorable man, just like my dad and I mourn with his family for their loss. I am grateful to know one of his children as my friend.

Linda Setzer (Scottsdale, AZ)

Nancy Walker

October 7, 2011

Ed was my first principal, a fine mentor and a good friend. I'll miss him.

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