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Robert Fleming Obituary

Fleming, Robert J.

Vestal: Son of James and Ruth Fleming, husband of Amelia, father to Ann, Amy, Robin, Ryan and Anthony, grandfather to Kiera Delaney passed away on Saturday at Lourdes Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents, sisters Betty Larrabee, and Joan Devine, and brothers J. Paul and twin Richard. He is survived by sisters Claire West and husband Calvin; Eileen Roberge and husband Alfred, Toledo, OH; Kathleen and husband Walter Skwish, Poughkeepsie, NY. In addition, he is survived by sister-in-law Ann Marie Grippo; brother and sisters-in-law Jack and Linda Cawley and John & Evelyn Gaggioli; and many nieces and nephews. Bob was born in Scranton, PA and served in the US Navy. He spent the duration of his career working for Link Aviation, General Electric and retired from IBM. His children and grandchild were his joy and greatest legacy to this world. They will always remember him as smiling, witty, entertaining and truly loved. He was blessed to have a loving extended family of friends who were always there for him and his family in joy and in sorrow. The family extends their loving appreciation for all the years of care and support. A Funeral Mass for Robert will be held on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, at 11 a.m. from Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Vestal. The family will receive their friends on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, 765 Main St., Vestal. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to Catholic Charities of Broome County or Citizen Action of New York.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2012.

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Gail Curry

January 16, 2025

I didn't know Bob well, but remember him as a very kind man who loved his family. Cherish your memories. My husband died in August of that year.

Jean Chapman And Family

January 24, 2012

We would like to express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Bob was a wonderful upstanding person who made everyone who entered his home feel special and welcomed. It was a privelege to have him as a friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jason Radice

January 24, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. He fought so hard for so long. I will always remember his great sense of humor and always enjoyed his company. I wish the last time I saw him was under better circumstances, but the fact he was there at all for us was a blessing to me and the family. You are all in my prayers.

Gail Arvonio Curry

January 23, 2012

We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest sympathy to all of his family. Cherish your memories.

Carol Blackledge

January 23, 2012

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Holding on to your happy memories of him will help you through. My Mother always spoke so highly of him. They are sure to meet up in heaven.

Suzanne(Lembo) Whitney

January 22, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Bob, one of a very handsome group, you will be missed

Leslie Leith

January 22, 2012

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