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PEORIA - Charles Michael Fleming, 4-month-old son of Michael and Kendra Fleming of Peoria, Ill., passed away at 11:24 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2014, at St. Louis Children's Hospital in St. Louis, Mo.
Charlie was born on Dec. 9, 2013, in Peoria, Ill., to Michael and Kendra (Morgan) Fleming.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Dr. Charles Duane Morgan.
Surviving are his parents, Michael and Kendra of Peoria; three sisters, Avery Joy, Morgan Grace and Elin Faith, all of Peoria; his maternal grandmother, Joyce Morgan of Peoria; and paternal grandparents, Donald and Ruth Fleming of Peoria.
Charlie blessed so many lives in his short time on this earth. His never-ending smile brought joy to so many people who cared for him and followed his journey.
Funeral services for Charlie will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2014, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 6801 N. Allen Road, Peoria, with the Rev. Joseph Meyer and the Rev. Ted Benson officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, at the church. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Henderson Funeral Home & Crematory.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Louis Children's Hospital (SLCH) Foundation.
Charlie's memorial website is available at www.hendersonfuneralcare.com, where condolences also may be sent to the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Edward Johnson
May 12, 2014
Don & Ruth,
We are very sad to read of your grandson Charles' passing. We hope the happy memories will help you and your family get through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your former Birkshire Dr. neighbors,
Ed & Diana Johnson
Peoria, IL.
A Jackson
May 8, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. Especially a child so long. May you draw close to the god of all comfort during this difficult time. (James 4:8)
Marianna (LaHood) Boyd
May 7, 2014
Kendra & Mike - continued thoughts and prayers for your family during this time. I'm amazed by the faith and strength you've displayed through this journey and know those same things will carry you through these hard times. God Bless your sweet family.
Jennifer Randall
May 7, 2014
Very sorry for your loss but I'm so happy we were able to meet sweet Charlie. I will never forget his little smile that melted my heart. He was DEFINATELY flirting with me. :-) love that little boy so much and u guys too! Mike and Kendra prayers that this road will give u some peace that he now has the "perfect" heart and gets to live in glory till we see him again someday. Many prayers and hugs during this difficult time.
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