Obituary of Robert "Bob" Fleming

FLEMING: Robert "Bob" Frances Fleming died peacefully at his home in Brandon on Wednesday, August 8, 2012. Bob was born at St. John's, Newfoundland. He grew up in St. John's and received his education at St. Patrick's School of Christian Brothers. Bob joined the 2 RCHA and served in Shilo, Fort St. Lewis, WA, Korea and Japan. He also served as a paratrooper in 1952 with the Z-Battery. He was awarded a Korean Medal and United Nations Service Medal. Bob was the owner of Fleming Transfer, Park Avenue Rentals and Fleming Realty, holding a Broker's License for 42 years. His pride and joy in life revolved around his wife of 54 years and his family. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren, always lending them a hand, listening to their troubles and providing them with comfort and encouragement for their growth and accomplishments. Bob was an avid "Elvis" fan and you could always tell when he was around by his singing or whistling of a favourite tune. His second passion in life was for horses. He was a member of the Arabian Horse Association, Manitoba Rodeo Cowboys Association and Manitoba Team Roping Association where he roped for 12 years. Bob was also a member of the Real Estate Board, and he enjoyed cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs and was a devoted Minor Hockey League coach. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife Pauline "Polly," daughters Barbara (Frank) Denault of Chandler, AZ and Deborah (John) Williams of Winnipeg, MB; grandchildren Robert, Kimberly, Ashley and Shayne. He was predeceased by his parents Sarah and Thomas Fleming and step-brother, Lawrence Mayo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, 327-4th Street, on Monday, August 13, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Kevin Smith as Celebrant. A private family interment will be held in the Veterans' Section of the Brandon Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Bob may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Room ON1160, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0V9. "I Did It My Way"