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Michael R. Fletcher

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Knoxville, Tennessee

Michael Fletcher Obituary

FLETCHER, MICHAEL R. - age 67, of Marco Island, FL, formerly of Knoxville, went to be with his Savior March 8, 2006 in Naples, FL after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a graduate of Young High School, Carson Newman College and Georgia State University, attended the University of Tennessee, and was a big Vol fan. Mr. Fletcher was a veteran of the Vietnam era, earning the rank of 1Lt. USAF as Navigator. He was an Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow. He influenced the lives of many youth as former Scout Master of Troop #277 in Marietta, GA. He was a retired Metals Engineer with Lockheed-Martin, Marietta, GA. He was deeply interested in his heritage and belonged to the MOSB, SCV, SAR, SR, Sons and Daughters of the Pilgrims, First Families of Tennessee, and St. Andrews Society of Atlanta. He was an outdoor enthusiast who loved hunting and was past President Allatoona Longbeards Chapter NWTF. He belonged to Wesley United Methodist Church, Marco Island, FL. He was a York and 32 Degree Scottish Rite Mason and Past Master of Cypress Lodge 295, F&AM, Naples, FL and member of RAM, Commandry, Knights Templar, Knight Mason and Araba Shrine. His is deeply missed by his wife, children and grandchildren to whom he gave his love and wisdom. God has called a good and honorable man to be with him. He is survived by his wife of 42 yrs, Brenda-Joyce (Acuff) Fletcher; two sons, Michael R. Fletcher II and A. Scot Fletcher and wife, Dr. Peri (Brush); three grandchildren, Michael R. Fletcher III, Zachary S. Fletcher, and Allison B. Fletcher, all of Greater Atlanta; mother, Marietta H. Fletcher of Rogersville, TN; sister, Linda Bryant and her husband, Dr. Les Bryant of Jonesboro, TN; brother, Stephen H. Fletcher of Key West, FL; as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral service 11:00 A.M. Saturday at Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel. Interment will follow at Lynnhurst Cemetery with Military Honors by the Volunteer State Veterans Honor Guard. Flowers are appreciated as are donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The family will receive friends 6-8:00 P.M. Friday followed a Masonic Funeral Service by Charles H. McKinney Lodge & 433 F&AM at Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel. www.rosemortuary.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Mar. 12 to Mar. 18, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Fletcher

Sponsored by his loving wife and children.

33 Entries

Carolynn Elder

March 9, 2020

You were the perfect oldest cousin. We all loved you and looked up to you, and you were so kind to all of us. The Howe men are strong and gentle. That is what you were.

June 11, 2012

Time moves on but my love for you is as strong as ever and I think about you daily, just don't write here very often. Wish you could see all the grandchildren. JT and Rachel were baptized yesterday. I guess you already knew that, but just wanted to celebrate with you. Love your Bren

March 22, 2010

Now 4 years have passed since you went to heaven. You are always in my heart and in my thoughts. Time and circumstance will never alter my love for you. The ring is still there as it should be. You are my forever love.
Your loving wife,
Bren

April 8, 2008

Bren

April 8, 2008

According to the calender, it's been 2years and one month since you went to heaven. You are missed now as much as you were the day you went away. You are always in my thoughts and I am trying to carry on as you would wish. That little band of gold you put on my finger all those years ago is still there. One day we will be together again but until then, you are in my heart.

Michael Fletcher II

March 5, 2007

Dad you were a very great man. I learned so many things from you that have shaped me into who I am today. Your generousity was unparrelled and you always spent lots of time with Scot and I. I think of you often and wonder what you are doing. I was told that someone saw you in a dream and said you were the guide for a fishing crew, probably the lord new of your fondness of fishing. Hopefully you have had a chance to fish with your dad in heaven. I am so glad Scot talked me into going to see you shortly after having taken my new job. I am trying to make you proud by being responsible with hard work ethics. I am reminded of you by the "Cardinal" bird. it is my simble of you in heaven. You know the meaning of this. As I said to you before I left you, I hope that I can be half the father to my son that you were to me. Until we met again you will always be in my thoughts. Love Michael

Linda Dodson

May 24, 2006

Brenda - Sorry to respond so late. I just heard of Mike's passing. I am so sad to hear of Mike's passing this past March. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ryan Banks

March 24, 2006

After reading all of the great things that people have said about Mr Fletcher in this guest book, it is nice to know that I too had the pleasure of being both entertained and enlightened by Scot and Mike's father. I can only hope that people will have the same fond memories of me when I pass someday. We will miss him until we see him again. My sincere condolences-

Jazeel Syed

March 23, 2006

My prayers and condolences go out to a wonderful family. Mr. Fletcher will be deeply missed. Scot and Mike, I will say that your parents are truly special and the two of you are very blessed. I will never forget the joy and laughter Mr. Fletcher brought to many of us.

Mark Bradshaw

March 20, 2006

As a friend of Scot’s, I am fortunate to have known Mr. Fletcher during and subsequent to growing up in Marietta. Mr. Fletcher was one of the best talkers and listeners I will ever know. He could get anyone engaged in a conversation shortly after a simple “Hello.” Even though years would subsequently span between seeing him, when I did he would launch right into a conversation as if we had just talked the day before. All of us who were lucky to know him are better off for it, and the world is a quieter place without him. Brenda, Mike, and Scot, my prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

Max & Barbara Fleming

March 19, 2006

Mrs. Fletcher, even though we have never met you folks, we know Scott through our son, Kevin, and extend our sympathy to you in your loss. We pray for you peace and comfort that comes from the Lord. Scott is a fine young man and we know Mr. Fletcher surely must have been as well. God Bless.

Dennis Hill

March 18, 2006

So sorry to hear about Mike leaving us for a better place. Talked to him many times on the phone when he was at Lockheed. He had tried to get me a job at Marietta and help me escape CA. Knew him mostly through Carolyn. He was a great man and fellow employee at Lockheed Martin. I will miss him very much.

cynthia fletcher

March 18, 2006

Brenda, I'm so sorry to here about Mike. I remember some of our wonderful holidays we all spent together. You and your family are in my prayers. Cindy

David and Dana Gust

March 17, 2006

Dana and I are very sorry for your loss and will be sure to include your family in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.

Jason Alexander

March 17, 2006

I would like to pass on my deepest regrets for the loss of Mr. Fletcher. I have known Scot for a a little over a year and have come to appreciate the honesty and sincerity he posseses. This is a true reflection of his father and family.

Sydney Kent

March 16, 2006

In behalf of Scout Troop 27, South Knoxville Baptist Church, We all are grieved by Mikes passing. Mike was a good scout ,and a fine man. This spring when the Troop meets Mike will be remmbered. Sydney(Buzz)Kent

Russell Miller

March 16, 2006

I was priveliged to have spent time with Mr. Fletcher on numerous occasions having become close friends with Scot in 1996. His generosity of spirit and good humor were certainly passed on to his children and though he will be sorely missed, his spirit lives on thorugh them. Our prayers are with you.

Kevin Fleming

March 16, 2006

Through the fine friendship with Mr. Fletcher's son, Scot, I was fortunate enough to meet and understand why Mike will be missed by so many. My interactions with Mr. Fletcher will always be remembered especially the bond we developed at Scot and Peri's wedding. Our prayers and thoughts will be with the family during this difficult time. Our fond memories will keep us strong until we meet again.

Kevin & Christine

Ann Poythress Trent

March 16, 2006

Mike was a great cousin. I will always remember the summers when he came to Granny Howe's house in Rogersville and how he always teased us. I loved Mike's deep voice and will cherish his big hugs he always gave.

Jay McClure

March 15, 2006

Brenda,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. My memories of Mike are associated with the Macleods and were always enjoyable. Hold Fast.

Love Jay Pam and Adam McClure

Franklin Wyatt III

March 15, 2006

Brenda,

My condolences at your loss. Mike was a good guy. I enjoyed seeing him at the Stone Mountain Games and at different MacLeod functions for many years. My prayers go to you and your family.

Sincerely,

Art & Audrey NICOL

March 15, 2006

We're sorry to learn of Mike's passing. Our prayers are with you and the family.

Art & Audrey

Dixie & Gordon Lewis

March 15, 2006

Brenda, we know your sorrow at this time as we've both been there. We have fond memories of Mike at games in Gatlinburg and Stone Mtn, as well as at Parliament. His recommendation for scotch is what I buy now, most of the time. Keep the MacLeod Family close to you.

Anne MacLeod

March 14, 2006

Brenda,

Sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences and best wishes to you and your family.

Carolynn Elder

March 14, 2006

The 14 of us could not have had a better example of the oldest cousin than Mike. He treasured family and compiled for us a priceless collection of information. And we will honor him and love him always. We will see him again soon and are so thankful that he never was able to catch us to cut off our ears, as he so many times threatened.

Faye Heye

March 14, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with Brenda and family. Mike was a great guy, lots of fun ! I consider it a privilege to have known him. He will be missed !

Jack Stephens

March 14, 2006

Brenda, although it has been a long time since we were together, at the MacLeod gatherings, we do remember you and Mike fondly, and want to extend to you our feelings of loss. Hold Fast ! Jack and Sue

Purdy and Odell McLeod

March 14, 2006

Brenda Joyce,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We all loved Mike what with his kind and gentle demeanor. He will be sorely missed. We wish the best for you and yours.

Gloria McLeod

March 14, 2006

My sincere sympathy to Brenda and the family. Mike, we shall certainly miss you.

Kathy and Bob MacLeod

March 14, 2006

Mike you will be forever a very special friend to Kathy and I. Our sympathy is extended to Brenda and family. We loved sharing the good times together on the trips to Florida and Alexandria. You and I had a great deal in common from the Air Force to our Masonic experiences, Clan MacLeod fellowship and both of our wifes being nurses. Even though many miles separated us, we will be forever thankful for all of those common interests that brought us together. You will be missed. You're Friends.

Sara Harakas

March 13, 2006

Mike, though more often than not we were seperated by many miles, I thought of you often and I will keep you in my heart forever. I know you are with our Lord now, and I will see you when he calls me home.

Love,

Sara

Charles Reed

March 13, 2006

Mike, you were the best friend I ever had. We shared so many great times in high school. I was looking forward to seeing you at our 50th. You will be missed. Your friend, Charles Reed

Linda Bryant

March 12, 2006

I love you big brother and miss you so much. I am sooo sorry you had to leave us, we weren't ready to let you go. Thank you God, for letting us have those five days together.

Love you always,

L

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