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Timothy L. "Tim" Fleming

1972 - 2022

Timothy L. "Tim" Fleming obituary, 1972-2022, Emmett, ID

BORN

1972

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Potter Funeral Chapel

228 East Main Street

Emmett, Idaho

Timothy Fleming Obituary

Emmett - On Saturday, November 12, 2022, Timothy Lane Fleming, loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 50 following a hard-fought, year-long battle with cancer. Tim was born on May 21, 1972, the second of four boys to parents, Tom and Gloria Fleming. Having grown up on his family's fourth generation farm in Buhl, Idaho, Tim learned the importance of hard work and love of family. He was a born leader, and even as a child, he never said "no" to any opportunity or challenge. By the time he graduated from Buhl High School in 1990, Tim had already accomplished more than most. He was a talented athlete. He shared his father's love of baseball and played for several years on teams coached by his dad. He was also a skilled bowler. He won several competitive bowling trophies and served as President of the Youth Leaders for Idaho bowling organization. In addition to athletics, Tim was passionate about music. Inspired by his fourth-grade teacher, he developed a love of Elvis that would last his entire life. In fact, in eighth grade, Tim won his school's talent competition lip syncing Elvis' hit "Blue Suede Shoes" while dressed as The King. Tim also played saxophone and piano, was band leader in high school, and by all accounts, he made band cool again. Not only that, Tim played many leading roles in musical theater during high school. Tim's rising star didn't stop there-it also took him to NASA and the White House. At 10 years old, Tim was accepted to NASA's elite Space Camp program in Huntsville, Alabama. When Tim was just 17-years-old, he interned for Congressman Richard Stallings in Washington, D.C., which led to an internship at the White House with Vice President Dan Quayle.

After high school, Tim attended the College of Idaho where he continued his involvement in musical theater, starring as the lead in The Pirates of Penzance. He also used his performance skills outside the theater, donning the Yote mascot gear to entertain crowds at school sporting events. Although Tim didn't play baseball in college, his love for the sport continued on the field where Tim worked as an umpire at the collegiate level, preparing him for his later role as home plate umpire at two American Legion World Series. Tim graduated from the College of Idaho in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, double majoring in Religion and Political Science. At that point, Tim had to choose between umpire school and law school, ultimately making the choice that led him to meet his soulmate, Lori, at the University of Idaho College of Law. During law school, Tim was a member of the trial team and worked in the legal clinic, leading him to represent clients in a two-week trial as a third-year law student. Tim was awarded his Juris Doctorate degree in 1997 and started his legal career with a law firm in Nampa, Idaho, where he ultimately served as the Caldwell City Prosecuting Attorney from 1998 until 2001. However, the most significant moment in 1998 was when Tim married Lori at St. John's Cathedral in Boise. Two years later, in 2000, Tim and Lori welcomed their beautiful daughter and love of their lives, Emily Layne Fleming.

In 2003, Tim and his family moved to Emmett, which they have called home since that time. Tim served as the Chief Deputy Gem County Prosecutor starting in 2001 and was subsequently elected to serve as the Gem County Prosecutor in 2005. In 2006, he was appointed to also serve as the Boise County Prosecuting Attorney, holding both positions until 2009. In 2009, Tim was named the Chief of Staff/Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Canyon County, a position he held until 2011, when he decided to enter private practice and established Fleming Law Offices in Emmett. At Fleming Law, Tim had the privilege of working with his twin brothers, Todd and Ted. He also welcomed attorney Jacob Welsh, who later became a named partner at the firm. It was Tim's honor to serve clients in Gem County and throughout the state. He maintained a reputation as a respected and skilled attorney.

Tim's list of public service contributions could fill pages. Here are some highlights: Member of the Third District Magistrate Commission; President of the Third District Bar; Chairman of the Idaho Elks Rehabilitation Hospital Board of Directors; Board Member of the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections; Member of the Guidelines and Standards Committee for Drug Courts and Mental Health Courts for the State of Idaho; Trustee on the Emmett School District Board of Trustees; General Counsel to the Idaho Golf Association; and President and member of the Emmett Rotary Club where he helped transform the Emmett Rotary Youth Benefit Auction, which has since consistently raised over $75,000 for multiple youth programs in the Gem County Community. One of Tim's proudest accomplishments was his participation in establishing the Gem County Drug Court Program. In 2021, Judge Tyler Smith and the Drug Court team renamed the specialty court in honor of Tim, recognizing his key role and support of the program.

There was nothing Tim could not accomplish. He was bigger than life. When Tim walked into the room, he was the room. People gravitated towards him; he was generous, included everyone, and could relate to anyone. Tim had many passions. He enjoyed golf, traveling, camping, bowling, music, and theater; and, most of all, he enjoyed doing those things with those he loved. Tim loved life, and he lived life, and he taught those close to him to do the same. He never gave up, he never stopped planning, and he never stopped taking care of those he loved. We are devastated by his loss, but find comfort in Tim's frequent refrain about Elvis-he's not gone, he has just left the public stage.

Tim is preceded in death by his father, Tom, and his maternal and paternal grandparents. Tim is survived by his wife, Lori; daughter, Emily; mother, Gloria; older brother, Tom Jr. (Heather); younger identical twin brothers, Ted and Todd; and his beloved golden retriever, Kona.

A service will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Apostles Catholic Church in Meridian. Immediately following, there will be a graveside service at Dry Creek Cemetery in Boise. After the services, please join us between 2:00-6:00 p.m. for a Celebration of Life gathering at the Chateau des Fleurs, 176 S. Rosebud Ln., Eagle, ID 83616.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mabel Bishop Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Buhl Public School Foundation, 920 Main Street, Buhl, ID 83316; the Rotary Club of Emmett; or First Tee Idaho.

Services are in the care of the Potter Funeral Chapel of Emmett.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Idaho Press Tribune from Nov. 27 to Nov. 28, 2022.

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Carl Jacobs

September 8, 2023

Hi, my names Carl and I live in the UK and for some random reason Tim´s name came into my head and I googled him and came across this page. I lived @ Heathrow and met Tim and his fellow students at my local pub around 1990. They weren´t enjoying the flea bitten facilities at the pub so we invited them all to stay at ours which they gladly accepted. We all got on really well but I must say that Tim was my favourite buddy as he was so smart, full of life and always looking for the next adventure. We became friends and joined them on a trip on a Schooner during which we all went a little green crossing the Irish Sea. Later on we were invited to Idaho where we went to watch some college basketball and then to Mt Kellogg and spent a day skiing, a day snowboarding and then a day snowmobiling when we had a less than friendly local raise his gun at us for trespassing, our bad. These were the days before mobile phones and Facebook but it did hook up with Tim via his work website some years later and he has never really left my mind. Tim was a true gentleman, always wanting to have fun but never at anyones expense. I am sincerely sorry for your loss as I am sure that like a fine wine Tim would have only improved with age, there aren´t many people who I have met so long ago that I still look back and smile about, Tim was definitely one of those. I am on FB and Whattsap if you want to drop me a message. I´m raising a glass to my old buddy Tim.
Thanks for reading this, my very best wishes, Carl Jacobs. +44 (0)7456 069409.

Richard Ferrera

November 27, 2022

My deepest sympathy to you all. I met Tim as our City Prosecutor and frequently met with him over cases and trials. I continued to have contact with him on cases and other non related things. He always gave good advice and always made me laugh. He was a great trial attorney and was always there for anyone, including me, law wise or advice.
May you find happiness in memories and all the good things he has done for everyone.
God bless
Richard Ferrera
Sergeant/ Retired Caldwell Police

Jon Roth

November 27, 2022

Prayers to the Fleming family. Tim was a great guy at C of I and a phenomenal umpire on the field while I was coaching! Thank goodness we never had to meet in the courtroom! Prayers to a great man!

James O´Brien

November 25, 2022

Tim was an amazing friend. Always a joy when he walked in the door and never a dull moment.

John & Jackie Parrish

November 23, 2022

God bless you Lori & Emily. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mimi Ford

November 20, 2022

Ever since I met Tim, and many times passing him through the years, we had a forever assured friendship. Tim always had the eyes and smile of someone that has a beautiful idea for the day. I am sending my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for your comfort during this difficult time.
Sincerely
Mimi Ford

Sheila McGregor

November 19, 2022

You came to our the City of Caldwell as a bright, young, new and brilliant attorney. You came as our city attorney.............You left as a beloved friend. You will always be loved by this community. Thank you for being such a wonderful person.
Sheila McGregor

Craig Atkinson

November 19, 2022

Tim was my mentor as a young attorney at the Gem County Prosecutor´s Office. I credit the attorney I am today with the opportunity he gave me to assist him. Great memories I had working for him. He taught me the importance of being honest and professional. He will be missed.

Rosemary Barker Aragon

November 18, 2022

HUGS to Gloria, Tim's Mom.

Matt Pember

November 18, 2022

You will be missed, old friend.

The Hunt Family

November 16, 2022

Thank you for always genuinely representing our family and caring about the things we hold dear.

Doug Brandel

November 16, 2022

Thanks for all your service, Tim. Working with you was a real pleasure. You will be missed. You were "The King" we all enjoyed.

Linda Veach, Mike Nachtigall and Duane Treat

November 16, 2022

So sorry for your loss. I am praying for peace and comfort for your family.

Chuck Shambaugh

November 16, 2022

Tim, working and serving with you made me a better person. Looking toward rockin' with you and the King!

Tippi Jo

November 15, 2022

I want the family to know we were very grateful for all his hard work with my friends ongoing case. I wish you peace in knowing that he is not suffering anymore. Death leaves a heart ache know one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Jim & Patty McGarvin

November 15, 2022

Heaven will be singing & rock n rollin with you & Elvis Tim. R I P friend.

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