John Thomas Fleming

John Thomas Fleming died Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in Howland, Maine from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

John was born on April 12, 1947, the first son of Ruth Mona (Searles) Fleming and Alva Edison Fleming of Kennebunk. He grew up in Kennebunk and graduated from Kennebunk High School, Class of 1965. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served two tours of duty in DaNang, Vietnam as a U.S. Navy Seabee. In 1966 he married Martina "Tina" Elaine Lapoint of Saco and together they raised four children in Kennebunk. John was employed by B.A. Smith as an oil delivery person and burner technician for many years before working for the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Wells Water District as a foreman for many years.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and everything outdoors. He was an avid motorcycle rider and collector and enjoyed attending biker events. He also was very interested in vintage and antique cars and owned two Model A Fords.

John was most happy at his camp in Howland, Maine where he spent most of his time. He frequently made visits back to his hometown and enjoyed catching up with friends at Bentley's Saloon.

Known for his friendly and caring personality and a devilish side, John liked to have a good time.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Martina Elaine LaPoint Fleming, of Howland and Kennebunk; his mother, Ruth Mona Searles Fleming of Kennebunk; one daughter, Shelley Fleming Wigglesworth of Kennebunkport; three sons, John Thomas Fleming Jr. of Wasilla, Alaska, Mariner Alva Fleming and his wife Colleen, of Berwick, and Michael Alan Fleming and his wife Jessica, of North Carolina; 7 grandchildren, Thomas Wigglesworth, Alissa Wigglesworth, Julia Emery Fleming, Kerri Fleming, Amy Fleming, Abigail Fleming and Michael Fleming; one sister, Ruth Fleming Cheney of West Kennebunk; one brother, Alva E. Fleming II of Falmouth; dear friend William Gagne; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends whom he considered family.

He was pre-deceased by his father Alva Fleming in 1992; and his brother Mariner E. Fleming in 2009.

He was loved by many and will be missed by all.

In accordance to John's wishes there will be no services.