Deacon George Fleming Sr.

A Life Well Lived Mr. George Fleming, Sr., affectionately known as Clyde, was born on June 10, 1936, to the late Viola Fleming and Payton Role in Richmond, Virginia. He was lovingly raised by his grandmother, the late Martha Fleming, whom he loved dearly. Mr. Fleming married the love of his life, Phyllis Fleming, and together they shared sixty-four beautiful years of marriage until her passing. He was also preceded in death by his great-granddaughter, Keniyah Jones. In his early years, Mr. Fleming worked a variety of jobs throughout the Richmond area before finding his lifelong career and passion as a forklift driver at Stone Container, where he proudly served until his retirement (now known as WestRock). At a young age, Mr. Fleming gave his life to Christ. He joined Moore Street Baptist Church, where his faith flourished and his service to God began. Mr. Fleming faithfully served as an usher, a role in which he took great pride. One of his favorite scriptures was Psalm 84:10: “I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked.” After relocating to the other side of town, Deacon Fleming became a devoted member of Grayland Baptist Church, where he later was ordained and became a deacon. There, he continued his service to the Lord, faithfully working as Chairman of the Deacon Board, Sunday School teacher, and in church finances. Deacon Fleming was a quiet and humble man, but when he spoke about the Lord, his words carried great meaning. His life was a true testimony of his faith and devotion. Deacon Fleming leaves to cherish his memory: one son, George Fleming, Jr. (Franette); two daughters, Carol Marie Jackson and Phyllis Fleming; four grandchildren, LeTarsha Pleasants (Jamal), Melanie Fleming, George Fleming III (Crystal), and Derrick Brown (Crystal); eight great-grandchildren, Shanika Jordan, Sharday Pleasants, Sharnay Pleasants, Keshonda Jones, Brianna Pleasants, Malaki Fleming, Bree Brown, and Ryiah Fleming; and six great great-grandchildren, Kamiyah Pleasants, Zion Pleasants, Jayla Williams, Jalayiah Williams, Jeron Williams, and Cadyn Pleasants; one cousin, Alonzo Brooks. Deacon Fleming will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His steadfast faith, gentle spirit, and enduring love for his family will continue to inspire and live on through the many lives he touched. Deacon Fleming, you will be greatly missed and forever carried in our hearts and minds. How blessed we are to have had someone so special who makes saying “goodbye” so hard.

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Deacon George Fleming Sr.

June 10, 1936 - November 4, 2025