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Kathryn "Kate" Fleming

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Kathryn Fleming Obituary

Kathryn "Kate" FLEMING Kate Fleming, 41, died on Thursday, December 14, 2006, following a drowning accident in a flash flood at her home in Seattle. Fleming is survived by her partner of nine years, Charlene D. Strong of Seattle, her mother, Audrey Fleming of Alexandria, Virginia, Maude and David Ruesch and Clare Fleming of Alexandria, Virginia, Jock and AnnMarie Fleming of Montrose, Colorado, Ellen Schubert of Pittsburgh, Paula Fleming and Francis Benison of Boston, Vicky and Rick Schubert of Reading, Massachusetts, and Bridget Fleming and Bob Agoglia of Sag Harbor, New York; her mother-in-law, Patricia Myers; and her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Dena Myers, of Seattle. Nieces and nephews include Becca Ruesch, Anna Fleming, Mellie and John Fleming of Denver, Eric, Emily, Lydia and Nick Ruesch, Mike Schubert, Allie, Andy and Will Schubert of Pittsburgh, Matt Schubert of Reading, Massachusetts, Jai Fleming Agoglia of Sag Harbor, NY, Janna Fleming of Alexandria, Virginia, Tony Myers of Seattle and Cooper Myers. Her father, John Fleming, passed away in 2004. A Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 20th at St. Therese Parish in Madrona (936 35th Avenue). In lieu of flowers, donations in Kate's memory can be made to the Harborview Medical Intensive Care Unit (payable to: UW Foundation; UW Medicine Development, 1325 Fourth Avenue, Suite 2000, Seattle, WA 98101).

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Published by The Seattle Times on Dec. 19, 2006.

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Ronald Tartaglia

June 21, 2025

I am a stranger. 3000 miles away on the other side of the country. I was heartbroken upon hearing in 2006.
Her voice still comforts me, when I hear it through a few discovery channel documentaries.
I originally watched them for the content. Now, I just listen for her storytelling and perfect tone.
Comforting
Thorough
Stories through sound that create a high definition picture in my mind.
That is the power of her craft. I appreciate it and hurt because of the loss.

Brian Wong

January 11, 2007

To the family of Ms. Fleming:

I am a fan of her audiobooks she performed.

I am very sorry for your loss. I have experienced losses both anticipated and unexpected. When I was fifteen years old in my first year in high school, my mother died of melanoma at age 54 in December 2004; we were anticipating the loss. As with me, I am sure your loss is emotionally stressful for you and your family.

Your grief may ebb and flow. It has been said that each of us has this well deep inside of us that can be filled to the brim with grief. Every time we cry, we empty out some of the well. But the well fills again. The level of sorrow in your well may lessen as time passes, but it will never run dry. There will always be birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and those days when the well seems to fill to its brim again. Allow yourself time to remember and mourn. It is part of your healing. Grief is a continuing journey.

January 8, 2007

Charlene, our hearts go out to you and your family for this tragic loss. The Jennings Family

Kay Lutz

January 4, 2007

Kate kept me company on the bus, encouraged me at the gym, and helped make my house- and yard-work easier. I knew her only through her remarkable voice and the amazing characterizations she created in her audiobooks. I would check out books from the library simply because she'd recorded them.

I am truly grieved at her tragic passing, and wish hope and peace to Charlene and her families.

Brad & Julia Detering

January 1, 2007

Dear Charlene,
We are so sorry for your loss. Though we never met Kate, the loving way you spoke of her every time we saw you showed us how much she was truly loved.

Rick Box

December 23, 2006

I'm so very sorry. Kate was a great person who I was privileged to know at W&M, and I'm a fan of her audio books. This is heartbreaking.

Laura Coombs Koenigsberg

December 23, 2006

Dear Charlene and Fleming Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. This earthly world has lost a true "light". My prayers are with all of her loved ones.
I'm a friend from Alexandria, VA. My fondest memories of Kate are times spent together during Hello Dolly and Godspell productions at T.C. Williams. Those memories will be cherished.

Keen McKeon-Reeder

December 22, 2006

I'll never forget Kate. Singing with her in the folk group were some of the best memories of my life. She was such a genuine person and a wonderful entertainer. My thoughts and prayers are with Charlene and Kate's family. She will truly be missed.

Angela Davis

December 22, 2006

Dear Charlene and Fleming Family,
My memories of Kate are filled with very happy times in Alexandria, TC Williams and Blessed Sacrament. She was such a talent, and just plain fun to be around. My prayers are for you during this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Angela Fiorello Davis

Joseph Sullivan

December 21, 2006

To the Fleming family:

My deepest sympathy and condolences. I remember seeing Kate perform in DC, and I always enjoyed her dry sense of humor. I know that this is a devastating and shocking loss that will touch you deeply always. My greatest hope is that Kate is at peace, and you may find peace also. Love,

Sandra Woodall

December 20, 2006

I am so deeply sorry for this tragedy.
There are no glib words at a time like this. I pray instead that God will send you His comfort, which is beyond words and logic.

Ruth Green

December 20, 2006

Kate and I were very close as children growing up in Alexandria, VA..I have so many fond and happy memories! My thoughts and prayers are with the Flemings, and all Kate's many loved ones, during this time of loss. She will be dearly remembered!

Ruth Green

December 20, 2006

Kate and I were very close as children growing up in Alexandria, VA. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Flemings, and Kate's many loved ones, during this time of loss. She will be dearly remembered!

Alexandra Rumbaugh

December 20, 2006

Kate was such a talented, fun and joyous person. As a member of the "Washingtonians", I had the privilege of seeing her perform on many, but in retrospect, too few occasions. My prayers are with you, Charlene, and the entire family.

mike mitchel

December 20, 2006

what a shock, i do hope G-d blesses you through this period of time. i know she will be missed by all.
may the Lord bless you all.

leo landkammer

December 19, 2006

i am so very sorry and i hope that those left have the strength to cope and carry on. sincerely leo

Kathleen Hagen

December 19, 2006

I can't imagine some of the characters Kate read in series being read from now on by someone else. She became the character. My deepest sympathy is with Charlene and the rest of the family. We will always have memories of her when we listen to a book she recorded.
Kathy Hagen

ann davis

December 19, 2006

I am very sorry for your loss. Know that there are angels around to comfort and care.

Jim Brannigan

December 19, 2006

This has been an incomprehensible loss

mary sorman

December 19, 2006

We think of you every minute of every day during this time of loss.
We hold you close in our thoughts and wrap a warm embrace around you and your family.
With love and prayers,
Mary Sorman and Bonnie Verhunce

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