Walter M. Flemming

Walter Flemming, 86 Walter Flemming of Owatonna died December 26, 2009 at Owatonna Homestead Hospice House. Walter Flemming was born in Waseca Co., MN on March 26, 1923, the son of Frederick & Frieda (Ewert) Fleming. He married Rose Marie McMahan at Holy Redeemer Church, Eyota, MN, on March 4, 1946. Following their marriage, the couple farmed near Rochester & Janesville, MN for 39 years. The family moved into Owatonna in 1968. Walter was also a successful salesperson for approximately 40 years. He enjoyed playing cards, dancing, gardening, traveling & fishing. Walter's greatest joy was his family; especially spending time with his children, grandchildren &great-grandchildren. Walter was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Owatonna. Survivors include his wife, Rose, of Owatonna; his four sons, Fred (Ginger) Flemming of Owatonna; James (Andy) Flemming of Austin, MN; Tom Flemming of Owatonna; Mike (Rhonda) Flemming of Owatonna; seven daughters, Ramona (Newell) McGee of Pine Island, MN; Jo (Gary) Nuzum of Owatonna; Mary (Mike) Wencl of Medford, MN; Patty (Mike) Simonson of Spring Valley, MN; Becky (Perry) Bielefeldt of Owatonna; Susan (Ken, Jr.) Hodgden of Menahga, MN; Lisa (Stacey) Hannover of Owatonna; 36 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; a sister, Arlene Kukuk of Waseca, MN and many nieces and nephews. Walter was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Erna Yess and two grandchildren. Memorials are preferred to Homestead Hospice House, 2350 26th Street Northwest, Owatonna, Minnesota, 55060.