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Thomas Fleming Obituary

Fleming, Thomas P. Sr. AVERILL PARK Thomas P. Fleming Sr., 59, of Rte. 43, Denaults Corners died on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at his residence after a long illness. Born in Troy, Tom was the son of the late Howard F. and Jean E. Robertson Fleming and beloved husband of Patricia Denue Fleming. Tom was a lifelong resident of the area and was a 1970 graduate of the Averill Park High School and a lifelong member of the West Stephentown Baptist Church. Tom joined the Marines in November 1970 and was honorably discharged in December 1971 after being injured in an auto accident while at home on leave. Tom's working career began with the Seven Up Corp where he was a truck driver, then he went on to work for Crowley Food Co. where he was a driver for 10 years and then became head of transportation for 15 years. Tom left Crowley in 2006 and was working for ARG Trucking in Albany where he was a dispatcher. Tom enjoyed collecting baseball memorabilia and was a Yankees fan. Tom enjoyed playing poker and would look forward to the monthly games with his family and friends and his visits to the casinos. Survivors in addition to his wife include his children, Thomas P. (Heidi White) Fleming Jr. of Averill Park, Jennifer (Dana) Bowen of Averill Park, Jason Fleming of Nassau and Corey (Melissa) Fleming of New Lebanon; his brothers, David F. (Joann) Fleming of Troy, Michael H. (Pamela) Fleming of Schodack, Bruce A. (Diane) Fleming Sr. of Averill Park, Terry E.(Patricia) Fleming of Averill Park and Scott A. (Debbie) Fleming of Averill Park; his sisters, Linda (Robert) VanderBogart of Hartville, Mo., and Judith A. Fleming of Averill Park; and ten grandchildren. Funeral Sunday 5 p.m. at the West Stephentown Baptist Church, 1672 NY 43 West, Stephentown, N.Y. Relatives and friends are invited and may also call at the church on Sunday 2-5 p.m. prior to the funeral service. Spring interment in Hillside Cemetery, West Stephentown, N.Y. If desired donations in memory of Thomas P. Fleming Sr. may be made to the West Stephentown Baptist Church, 1672 NY 43 West, Stephentown, NY 12168 or the Community Hospice of Rensselaer Co., 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2011.

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Becky Shattuck

January 30, 2011

Patty and Family,
I just heard today of Tom's passing. I am so sorry I was not able to be there to say goodbye to Tom. He was a great friend to me at Crowley Foods and a lot of fun. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
All my love,
Becky

juan martinez

January 17, 2011

sorry to hear of the passing of my friend tom, he will be greatly missed by all, unfortunatly we did not hear of his passing untill after his services, i deeply regret missing the chance to say goodbye
sincerely
juan martinez

Daniel Taylor

January 17, 2011

To Pat and Family,

I had the honor of working with Tom at ARG. He was fun and funny. Generous and kind. I consider myself lucky for having Tom as a friend. I am truly shocked and saddened to hear of his loss. I can only offer my condolences to you and yours. Peace be with you all.

Larry & Chris Denue

January 17, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 17, 2011

Patty I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Tom well and you, of course. Wished I could be there for you. May God bless you and keep you in his care.

Kathy Dowling Quarles, Clinton, Arkansas

January 17, 2011

To the entire Fleming family. We are so sorry for your loss. We know he is in a better place. We have fond memories of growing up with the whole Fleming family and will keep you in our prayers.

May God Bless You.

Rich and Cathy Dutcher, Milton, Florida

January 16, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss I have many good memories of Tom from Crowley Foods he will be missed.
Christina Fordley

January 16, 2011

To Patty and Family. We are so sorry about Tom's passing. He was a good person and we guess God wanted him because of it. He is at the Lord's side watching over all of you. Stay strong as we know you will. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless all of you. Ron, Debbie, Alfred, Emily Rousseau

January 16, 2011

Patty,
We are so sorry about Tom.
You and your family are in out thoughts.
Stay strong...
Bob and Annette

January 16, 2011

Pat & Family, I am very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a great Person. You and your family are in my thoughts and Prayers. God Bless. (Diane Nolan Betz-Albany)

Debbie Biittig-Tilton

January 16, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to the entire Fleming Family. God needed another great angel, for reason unknown,soon we will all have the honor of being a chosen angel and have the chance to meet are love ones again.

Sherri & Mike LaGray

January 16, 2011

To Pat & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. There are no words I can convey to comfort you at this time. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. I have wonderful memories of all the good times at Crowley Foods especially the Xmas parties. Tom will be sadly missed.

Gail Jahn

January 16, 2011

Patty and Family, I was sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. You're in my heart and prayers. With the love of your family and friends and your faith you will be guided through this difficult time.


Gail Jahn

Laura Lavoy/Reckner

January 15, 2011

patty, jason, tommy, jen, cory,
I am sorry for ur loss of ur father and husband. he was a very good man and keep ur heads held up because you all know he would want u to. if u need anything let me. you guys are all in my prayers.

Jim Beaudoin

January 15, 2011

To the Fleming family: I was shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a great guy. May God bless and comfort you in the days ahead; until you are with him in Eternity.

Stacy Dowling

January 15, 2011

Tommy was my uncle I did not know him very well but what I do know is that he was a great man and wonderful father. He will be greatly missed. I am sorry to my entire Fleming family for your loss. I will Pray for you all. Stacy

Barbara Stevens

January 15, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of Tom's
passing,your family will be in
my prayers.
My deepest symphathy.

January 15, 2011

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

January 15, 2011

To the Fleming family, We are so sorry, words are at a loss at this time you all come together and grieve again. Our prayers are with you all. With love, Cal and Ann Ayers.

paul karins

January 15, 2011

Dear Patty and Family,
I am so so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I had worked with Tom for many years at Crowley and had enjoyed his passion for hard work and his family. May God Bless All of You and ease your hearts during this difficult time.

Shaggy

MaryGrace Bulson

January 15, 2011

Patty I'm so sorry for your loss.My heart and prayer are with you and the rest of the Fleming family.

Alice Sharp

January 14, 2011

My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. I think of you all often.

wendy adams

January 14, 2011

Dearest Patty and family, We are sorry to hear the loss of your beloved Tommy. His warm smile and wonderful stories will be missed. We know God is taking care of him now. Your in our prayers. Butch, Duane and Wendy

Lesa Hofmann

January 14, 2011

The Flemming Family, I am so sorry on your lost. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Renee Nelson

January 14, 2011

Pat & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Always cherish the joy you had with Tom. He is now in heaven, an Angel, watching over all of you proudly. My deepest condolences.

January 14, 2011

Dear Patty, Sorry to hear of Tommys passing. Going to miss seeing him at Stewerts. He will be Greatly Missed. George Eckert.

Tricia White

January 14, 2011

To Pat and entire Fleming Family - Todd and I are so very sorry to learn of Tom's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Todd and Tricia White

Robert W. Smith

January 14, 2011

semper fi

Melissa Turner-Bulan

January 14, 2011

To The Entire Fleming Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. My Prayers are with you in this difficult time. I pray for healing and strength. He is at peace now with no pain enjoying the best of life in heaven with our father.

Pat Muellecker-Kaiser

January 14, 2011

Pat,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Melissa Simmons

January 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. I remember Tom very fondly from my time with Crowley Foods. He was a good man and he will be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.

william ziman

January 14, 2011

to the fleming family, please accept our condolences. He was a good man to work with.
Bill Ziman, former security guard at crowley

Patrick & Terri Lanigan

January 14, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Olive Moore

January 14, 2011

never knew you Mr. Fleming, but you raise a fine son, Tom Jr. who is helping to raise a fine son Damian. God be with the family.

Michele Henkel

January 14, 2011

Please accept our condolences. Peace be with you. I worked with Tom at Crowley. He was a sweet man and will be missed. Michele Henkel

January 14, 2011

To Fleming Family,

I'm sorry for ur loss, my thoughts & prayers r with u..
Co-Worker John Thomas
Crowley Foods

THE CRANDALL FAMILIES

January 14, 2011

Patty, and Family...we are sorry for your loss, may you all go to bed and wake up everyday with his good memories!

Melody Basolt Howarth

January 14, 2011

Patty,
Please know that we are praying for you and yours. He was a wonderful man. It is with deep sorrow that I write this.
May God Bless You and hold you near during this difficult time.
Melody Basolt Howarth

Ron & Donna Demick

January 14, 2011

To Fleming Family Are thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Katie & Bob White

January 14, 2011

My deepest heartfelt Sympathy to all of you. God Bless You all and comfort you at this time. Tom's suffering is over and he is one of God's Angels now. I will always remember his joyful smile. His legacy is his wonderful loving and caring family. Let me know if there is anything I can do.

Jeff Reynolds

January 14, 2011

Patty and family,My words can,t express the sorrow I feel at Tommys passing, and for your loss. Just know Jesus is in your midst.

Bekka Putnam

January 14, 2011

Patty, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love your way.

Bekka Putnam

January 14, 2011

Tommy, Jen, Corey, and Jason, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this hard time. Your father will be missed so much. He was a great man. All my love, Bekka

Anne Molis Anderson

January 14, 2011

I remember Tom as a student at APHS. Rest in peace, Tom, and be with the angels in heaven.

Jessica Appleby

January 14, 2011

Tommy & Siera,
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you both.
Love,
Chuck & Jessica

Bank of America Jill, BobbieJo, and Anne

January 14, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Amanda Rokjer

January 14, 2011

To the Fleming families,
My heart goes out to you all for your loss. Please accept my condolences during your time of sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lou Angrisano & Christine Aransky

January 14, 2011

To The Entire Fleming Family,
We are very sorry to learn of your loss. We extend our thoughts and prayers to you during this time of grief and sorrow. May time help to ease the pain and your memories live on forever.

January 14, 2011

Dear Patty and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Tommy passing away. He's with God. My prayers are with you and your family. Kathy Reynolds

January 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lisa Charland LeBlanc

January 14, 2011

Pat, Tommy, Jen, Jason and Corey
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much Tom was loved and he wil be missed dearly.

Don Sweet

January 14, 2011

May God be with you at this time of your loss. He will hold you in the palm of His hand as you draw near to Him.

Tina Earven

January 14, 2011

To the Fleming Family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Brother/Husband/Father/Uncle. He is in a better place now with no more suffering. May all the happy memories get you all through this difficult time. He would want you to cherish the good times and not be saddened by his passing. He is now an "Angel" watching over all of you. My thoughts and prayers will be with each and every one of you always.

January 14, 2011

Tom, Heidi, Tommy, Damian, Sierra & Fleming Family:
My thoughts and prayers and those of my family are with you and your family.
Brandee

Colleen LaPage

January 14, 2011

Pat and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing and now he is with the Lord. My thoughts and prayers have been with all of you. My deepest condolences for you and my prayers are still with you all.

Cheryl & Scott Catlin

January 14, 2011

We are sorry for your loss,,our hearts,,thoughts and prayers,,are you with you,,,Pat and to your Family and the rest of the Fleming Family

Tom & Janet Prugel

January 13, 2011

our thoughts and prayers are with all the Fleming family. Tom, Heidi and Pat we cannot say enought good about Tom he was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. Love Tom & Janet

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