of Conway, AR
April 8, 1949 - October 22, 2023
George Fleming of Conway, AR was born on April 8, 1949 in Benton, Arkansas to John George Fleming and Marion Turner Fleming. He grew up in Saline County and attended Bryant Schools. He earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Memphis.
George was a devoted husband to Linda, his wife of 52 years. They often celebrated their anniversaries by traveling, visiting destinations such as Israel, Italy, Bermuda, Alaska, Maine and various countries in Europe on a Rhine River cruise, as well as touring western U.S. National Parks.
He had a deep passion for National Geographic and had received every issue since 1970. George found joy in woodworking and his handmade Adirondack chairs were cherished by family and friends. He loved entertaining with smoked turkeys and hams, playing card games and was the Fleming family puzzle enthusiast. He maintained a gentlemen's farm, tending chickens, bees, fruit trees, grapes and an assortment of berries.
George dedicated his career to hospital administration, working in various Arkansas hospital systems, including St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock, St. Joseph's Mercy Health Center in Hot Springs and the Mississippi County Hospital System. He also served as the President for the Arkansas Chapter of Healthcare Financial Management Association from 2003-2004.
In addition to his professional pursuits, George volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and Indian Princess. He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Little Rock, Lake Valley Community Church of Hot Springs and Fellowship Bible Church of Conway.
George is survived by his wife, Linda Joyce Wolford Fleming and his daughters, Kerrie Diaz, Shelley Fleming and Lorrie (Scott) Bouchard. He found great joy in activities such as swimming, zip-lining, collecting coins and riding in his Ranger with his beloved grandchildren, Abigail, Summer and Aaron Diaz.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Marion Fleming and his sister, Leslie (Gene) Farmer. Surviving him are his sisters, Janet (Butch) Fooks, Susan (Ronnie) Brown and his brother, Gary Fleming.
A celebration of life will be held at Fellowship Bible Church, 1051 Hogan Lane, Conway, AR 72034 on Friday, October 27, 2023. Visitation will be held at 2:00 pm with services at 3:30 pm.
The family is a supporter of Operation Christmas Child and encourages friends and family to consider supporting this mission through Fellowship Bible Church.
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15 Condolence(s)
Dave Bumpus
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
I am so sorry Linda
Sharon Hallmark
Friday, October 27, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of George’s passing. We have many fond memories of our times together as young adults in LR. George was a great guy to be around, always devoted to his family. May happy memories keep coming to mind, and may you feel God’s loving care in a special way. Love, Sharon and Robert
Dwain Crane
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Karen and I were deeply saddened to hear of George’s passing. George was a good Christian example to us and we treasure many memories of him. Linda, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! Love, Dwain and Karen Crane
Becky Sullivan Langsford
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Linda I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts prayers.
Cheryl A Cook
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Linda, Mike and I are sorry for your loss. You and your girls will be in our prayers.
Cheryl & Mike Cook
Greg Poulakos
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Shelley, on behalf of myself and the many colleagues you have known and worked with at USAble, please know that our our hearts are saddened by your loss, and our thoughts are with you.
Jennifer Caffey
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Lorrie,
I so wish I could be there to hug your neck. We are praying for peace and comfort.
Love to you, Jen Caffey
Phyllis Hargrove
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda, my prayers are with you and your family. George will be missed but the happy memories will be remembered. I spent summers with my cousins and remember spending nights with Aunt Marion and uncle John Fleming and enjoying many fun times together and made happy memories with my cousins in Arkansas. Those times are treasured. What a blessing to be a part of the big Fleming family.
Daniel & Debra West
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda, some of the happiest times of my youth invoke memories of you and George being at our family gatherings. It is with very heavy hearts that we hear of George's passing. Keeping you and family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Always
Danny & Debra West
Janet Crow
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda & Family ,
So sorry to hear of your loss . David and I send heartfelt sympathies and prayers . George was such a nice man . May God’s love and peace hold you up !
Janet & David Crow
Ray Tudor
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda, Our deepest and most profound condolences. George always showed such a happy demeanor. He was a joy to be around. I particularly enjoyed the time I spent with you and him at your "Gentleman's Farm" in Conway when you hosted the last Fleming Family Reunion I was able to attend.
Always and Forever,
Your cousin Ray Gerald
France’s Fleming Red
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Heartbroken to hear this So happy you two, Melissa and I were able to visit you and enjoy ed so much
I wish I could be there but my health is not good. Love you and will be there in spirit
May God comfort you,
Frances
Virginia Johnson
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda, So very sorry to learn of George’s passing. Spencer & I send our deepest sympathies to you and your family,
Mary Williams
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
“It's not how much time we had together, but how much we made of the time we were lucky enough to share.”
The childhood memories the Fleming grandchildren have are sweet indeed. We were so blessed to have a big family that loved and celebrated big! Thanking God for his blessings and the steadfast hope of eternal life that Christ gives his children.
Stan and Sharon Cragg
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Linda and family, so, so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was such a good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.