Eugene Edward Fleming (67) would like for you all to know that he received the most important call that he has ever received in his lifetime. The call came on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 around 6:45am at Burke Hospice and Palliative Care, in Valdese, NC after a brief illness. This call came after he completed his assignments and duties here on earth.
Eugene Edward Fleming or “Gene” as he was called by his friends and family in Morganton, or the nickname “Bum-Bum” as he was fondly called by his brothers and sisters; was born on August 16, 1953 at Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA to the late Eugene “Buster” Edward Fleming, Sr. and the late Lessie Mae Olds Fleming. “Gene” or “Bum-Bum” loved his brothers and sisters immensely and he was proud that he came from a family where there were 11 siblings.
Gene came to live in Morganton, NC from the Norfolk, VA area in his late teens after the passing of his parents. He came down to live with his grandparents the late Lola & Jullious “Juke” Harrison. Gene loved it in Morganton so much that he never left. Gene loved and adored his grandmother Lola and his great-aunt Marge Fleming.
Gene completed JobCorps in Virginia at an early age and was retired from manufacturing. He was employed by Henredon Furniture, Case Farms, and Burke Mills during those working years.
Gene was proceeded in death by his wife Mary Christine Carson-Fleming. He was also proceeded in death by his brother Timothy Fleming, paternal grandmother Lola Harrison, and his special aunt Marge Fleming. Gene loved taking care of his aunt Marge and became her caregiver until her passing.
Gene is survived by his children, daughters Tamara Latrice Fleming (TJ Avery) of the home, Sally Mae Hunter, sons Chadis Andray Fleming all of Morganton, and Shane Carson of Asheville, NC. Gene is also survived by his brother Norman Fleming, Carl Fleming, of Norfolk, VA and Tony Fleming of Virginia Beach, sisters; Wanda Fleming Stepney (Larry, Sr.), Sharon Fleming Toney (Shawn), all of Chesapeake, VA. Sandra Fleming Carter (Arthur), Alvenia Fleming, Antoinette Fleming, and Charlene Williams all of Norfolk, VA. Grandchildren, Joshua Williams, Terrell Avery, Jr. Shaelyn Carson and Joseph Carson. Aunts Vivian Martin and Lola Demetris Tucker of Morganton. Aunts - Diane Burnham, Donna Hollard, Patty Bailey, Gail Scott, and uncles Marshell Olds, Landie Olds, Artist Olds, Jimmy Olds all of Virginia. An incredibly special cousin, Forest Fleming (Terri) of High Point, NC. A special cousin-niece Renee Harrison-Rowe (Brian) of Greensboro, NC. Gene is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, additional aunts, uncles, and extended family.
Gene’s family would like for you all to know a few things about his life here on earth. Did we mention how much that he loved his children and his family? We believe that the love of his life was his grandson Joshua (no favorites). Gene loved to laugh and travel with his family. He also was one of the most incredible dancers in the south. Gene loved music and he could sing very well. He was the cleanest man, and he loved his house spotless. Moreover, he was a spiritual man, and he kept his private life and health battles to himself. Gene never complained about the obstacles that life sent his way. Gene loved to see his family “do good and prosper.” He was happy when the people around him were happy. He was an incredible cook and he loved good food. He was willing to help anyone that he could, and he had a sensitive heart for people. Gene was a friend to many, and his family loved him dearly.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Kirksey Funeral Home.
The memorial service will be live streamed on Kirksey Funeral Home and Cremation Service Facebook page.
Due to COVID-19 masks and social distance will be required.
The Fleming family has entrusted Kirksey Funeral Home of Morganton with arrangements.
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