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Avis Fleming Obituary
Age 89 of Elmira, NY. She was born December 31, 1918 in Footdale, Pensylvania to the late Willie and Elizabeth Davis and departed this life on Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at St Joseph's Hospital. She is preceded in death by her one son, Ernie R. Davis; two brothers, Walter and James; five sisters, Shirley, Margie, Helen, Dorothy and Mary. She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband of 40 years, Harold Fleming; three sisters, Marion Summers and Elaine Davis of Brooklyn, New York, Angeline McLee of Uniontown, Pennsylvania; three brothers, Alfred B., Willie Jr. and Charles C. Davis, all of Brooklyn, New York; two sisters-in-law, Elaine and Madelyn Davis of Atlanta, GA and Brooklyn, NY respectively; one Godson, Ernie Davis Brown of Pittsburg, PA; along with a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Marie retired from St. Joseph's Hospital and Elmira College. She was a longtime and active member of Monumental Baptist Church, where she served faithfully on the Trustee Board and Usher Board. In addition to her work at Monumental, she volunteered at the Samaritan Center. Marie was also a member of the Omega Chapter #2, Order of Eastern Star P.H.A.; a member and past Daughter Ruler of Queen City Temple #146 and Elizabeth Kemborough Council of I.B.P.O.E. of W. Family and friends are invited to visit Faith Temple Community C.O.G.I.C, Harper St., Elmira, on Friday, May 9th from 6 to 9 p.m. Her funeral service will be held there on Saturday, May 10th at 10 a.m. Rev. James E. Jones, her Pastor, will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery where she will be laid to rest next to her beloved son, Ernie. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Marie through donations to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Central NY Chapter, 401 N. Salina St., Learbury Centre, Suite 304, Syracuse, NY 13203, in memory of Ernie Davis. Walter J. Kent Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Pierre, Jeffery, Vickie
May 17, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gail Ambler
May 13, 2008
To the Family,
I loved Daughter Marie Fleming as if she was my own family member. We went back many years - I will remember the good times.
With deep sympathy...
Tina Archie-Brown
May 13, 2008
To Brother Buddy Fleming and family,
It is not often I meet a couple who truly inspires me as you did twenty years ago when I had the honor of getting to know you both. Marie was strong, determined and yes... outspoken - yet soft and so loving.... I admired her immensely as she was a mentor and a role model to many. She left a legacy behind just as her son did and she will be sorely missed. May Marie Rest In Peace knowing her loving "Buddy" will be well taken care of.
Jackie Fauntleroy Carriere
May 10, 2008
Dear Mr. Buddy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss. She was a great lady, with a welcoming hand and a warm, loving heart. I will truly miss her. Keep close the memories of the times you shared together, as they will sustain you and keep you strong. GOD Bless and Much Love to you.
Robert Mitchell
May 10, 2008
Robert Mitchell
Judi Carroll-Thompson
May 10, 2008
Uncle Buddy and Family,
Aunt Marie was a blessing to so many and will be missed by so many of us. Her kindness, understanding, positive manner and firmness was so full of love. Often she provided me with the balance that I needed as a young person and as I matured. What a blessing she has been in my life and will continue being.
God called her home for her job was done here and what a legacy!
Much Love,
Judi
JOANNA HARGROVE-CONNER
May 10, 2008
TO THE FAMILY
THIS MOTHERS DAY WILL BE HEART FELT BECAUSE MOTHER FLEMING WILL FINALLY BE REUNITED WITH HER SON. THIS IS NOT JUST A LOSS TO ELMIRA BUT TO ALL WHO HAVE HAD THE PRIVALIGE TO HAVE KNOW THIS WONDERFUL FAMILY.
Mr. & Mrs. Harold Fleming & Anita Lewis/EOP
May 10, 2008
Mrs. Fleming after having cut the ribbon at the Ernie Davis Lounge
May 10, 2008
Mrs. Fleming Dedication of the Ernie Davis Lounge Hilton Garden Inn 11/28/06
May 10, 2008
Mrs. Fleming & Andrea Ogunwumi 12/14/04 Ernie Davis Family Center
Sidney S. Graubard
May 10, 2008
I had the honor to first meet Mrs. Fleming, at the Ernie Davis Family Center, at an EOP event celebrating Ernie's 65th birthday (12/14/04). I came across the following on the Internet and I know that it made Mr. & Mrs. Fleming real proud.
Later in 1963 when Elmira chose February 3 to celebrate Davis' achievements, President Kennedy sent a telegram, reading:
"Seldom has an athlete been more deserving of such a tribute. Your high standards of performance on the field and off the field, reflect the finest qualities of competition, sportsmanship and citizenship. The nation has bestowed upon you its highest awards for your athletic achievements. It's a privilege for me to address you tonight as an outstanding American, and as a worthy example of our youth. I salute you."
The good lord has reunited Mrs. Fleming & Ernie.
Pat Aaron-Hills
May 9, 2008
Dear Bro.Fleming,Willie & Family:
God's blessings be with you during these difficult times. I was so blessed to have Sis. Marie as a mentor in preparation to join the great Order of the Eastern Stars. May the "Light" be with her as she makes the final journey and may it remain with you forever and ever. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Yours In the Rite,
Pat Aaron-Hills.OESPHA
Lauren Aaron-Carter OESPHA
Ron Hills,PWM,Mt.NeboLodge,PHA
Georgia Verdier
May 9, 2008
Ms. Fleming was a beautiful soul, who God called home
because he needed a rose.
We will miss you, but forever cherish the memories.
Cindy Booker Marks
May 9, 2008
Dear Buddy, I am so sorry for your loss. Miss Marie was a beautiful lady. I will keep you in my prayers.
Isaiah& Helen Adams
May 9, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
May 9, 2008
Dear Mr. Fleming and Family;
Thinking of you during this difficult time in your family,we send a special prayer that God will always keep you safe in his care. With Sympathy
Rev.& Mrs.Roosevelt Simmons
Delphine Thomas
May 9, 2008
To Buddy and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please remember all the good times.
John Carroll
May 9, 2008
"Aunt Marie" - I am so thankfull of the early influence you had upon me and my family when we first moved to Elmira in 1960. Your precious kindness was shared with us all throughout our lives. And most of all, we thank you for being a lifelong friend to Aunt Corrine. You will be missed and we all ask God to bless your soul as he blessed your life.
My prayers,
Buzz
Eugene Stancin
May 9, 2008
Mrs Fleming must have been a wonderful mother as her son Ernie was an outstanding individual. Ernie and I were teammates at Syracuse University.
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