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Max Fleming Obituary
August 24, 1924 – September 27, 2012
Mr. Ray Max Fleming passed away on Thursday, September 27 at his home on No Name Lake in Southport, FL.
Max is preceded in death by his father, George Monroe Fleming, mother, Maude Thrash Fleming, 2 brothers, 4 sisters, Louise Fleming, his wife of 32-years, and daughter, Kay Fleming Christo.
He is survived by son, George R. Fleming, daughters, Kim Fleming and Maxie Fleming Hecht and husband, David W. Hecht, sisters, Margaret Jean Browning of Blairsville, GA and Mabel Corbitt of Atlanta, GA.
Mr. Fleming was born in New Brockton, AL and grew up in Brinson, GA. His first job was picking cotton. He also worked at everything from "shaking" peanuts to delivering newspapers on his bicycle to working on a rolling store. He attended Young Harris College and graduated from Florida State University.
Max served as a bombardier in the United States Air Force during WW II. He married Louise Miller Fleming in 1948 and lived in Blountstown, FL. They moved to Meridian, MS where he worked with his brother-in-law at Mayflower Van Horn Moving and Storage before moving to Panama City in 1955 to start Fleming Brothers Machine Works with his brother, J.D. Fleming. Soon Mr. Fleming began buying, selling and developing land on Panama City Beach, Gulf County and in the Sand Hills of Bay County. Max also served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Bay Medical Center and was on their board for 10-years. Max loved to work and never really retired.
Max's real love was hunting. He hunted locally, across the United States, and in Nicaragua and Africa. He was especially proud of his last safari at the age of 85.
He loved his lake and his final request was for his ashes to be placed there. The ashes of his dog, Jake, will also be placed in No Name Lake.
Funeral services are Friday, October 5 at 10:00 AM at First United Methodist Church of Panama City, FL. Reception/Visitation will follow the Service in the Trinity Center. Reverend Dewey Max Fleming will be performing the service.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bay Medical Center or the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be submitted or viewed at www.southerlandfamily.com.
Funeral Homes
100 E. 19th St.
Panama City, Fla. 32405
850-785-8532
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Memories and Condolences
for Max Fleming
Brenda Knight Ische
January 3, 2013
I remember Max teaching my Sunday school class in the 6th grade. He had a subtle yet amazingly positive impact on my life. My love to the Flemings
Richard Gheesling
October 5, 2012
Kim, Maxie, and George: my entire family prays for you all, and sends our most heartfelt condolences.
Greg Barry
October 5, 2012
Kim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm praying that God will give you the strength and comfort to get you through this time as you lay your dad to rest.
I will continue keep you and your family in my prayers
God bless you all.
Lavarne Curry
October 4, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing my prayers are wirh all of you!
Trish Elwell
October 4, 2012
George, I am so sorry to hear about your father. My thoughts and prayers go out to your and your family.
Frank Downs
October 4, 2012
Kim, George and Maxie:
I was so sad to learn of the loss of your dad. He was truly a real world John Wayne. I will be out of town this weekend and can not come to see you. I will be praying for all of you. May the Lord comfort you as you lay your dad to rest. God bless all of you
Your Brother in Christ
Frank Downs
Tracy Reed
October 4, 2012
George, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm praying that God will give you all the "peace that passes all understanding" as you go thru this time. God bless you all.
October 3, 2012
Keeping ya'll in our thoughts and prayers. Charles and Patricia Palmer Smith. Bainbridge, Ga.
Kim Kelly
October 3, 2012
George, Maxie, and Kim - I couldn't believe it when I heard the news of Max's passing. I know it gave him peace having Jake with him. My heart goes out to all of you.
Kim Day Kelly
Lynn Nordlinder
October 3, 2012
George, Chris and I are so sorry to hear about your father. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Janet P. Chance
October 3, 2012
George, I am so sorry to hear about your father. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marietta Graham
October 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Love,
Marietta
Beverly Helms DeVane
October 3, 2012
Kim, I am so sorry to hear of your dad. I was equally surprised to know Kay had passed as well. I have had you on my mind. Praying that you have that peace that passes all understanding.
Love always, Beverly Helms DeVane
CINDY RAY
October 3, 2012
TO THE FLEMING FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF YOUR FATHER. I HURT WITH YOU. SO SOON AFTER THE LOST OF YOUR SISTER. MY THOUGHT AND PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU. CINDY THRASHER RAY
Sharon Holland
October 3, 2012
Maxie, honey I know everyone is very sad about loosing your dad and I am also.He was always very good to me and I loved him.But I know a little lady who really is on cloud 9 right now.It's going to be wonderful when we all get to be together again.I'm always praying for your family.I love you...
Cay Nelson Commander
October 2, 2012
Kim, George and Maxie, I am sorry to hear of the recent loss of your father, especially as it is so close on the heels of Kay's passing. I know you must all be reeling. I wish there was something better I could say except I'm sorry, but there really isn't. Just know that your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.
John Guy
October 2, 2012
George, Maxi and Kim:
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember him (and your mother) fondly from church and youth activities. They were both fine people. I also just learned of Kay's recent passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Janet Glenn
October 2, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all of you on Max's death. He was a very nice man, and an exceptionally loyal friend to Charlie when he was needed most. God bless all of you.
October 2, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man and friend of my late father Preacher Glass. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim French
October 2, 2012
George, Maxi and Kim, our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Kathy and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I have many fond memories of working with Max at the condo, 2 in particular that always bring a smile to my face. I will always remember Max and he will be very much missed.
Eric Huffman
October 2, 2012
Maxie,Kim and George,my thoughts and prayers are,and will be with you. My deepest sympathy
October 2, 2012
George, this is Kathie Sherman Carter, John Henry's sister. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father! My prayers are with you and Maxi.
Much love, Kathie
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