Charles E. Fleming

FLEMING, Charles E., age 92, of Beavercreek, went to be with the Lord August 31, 2024. He was born July 24, 1932 in Jenkins, Kentucky; the son of the late Rev. George A. Fleming and Mildred M. Bowden. Along with his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Nancy Joann (Daniels) Fleming; brother, George Alfred Fleming II; and stepmother, Loretta (Dixon) Fleming. He is survived by his children, Nancy (Imad) Abouchahine, Kathy (Chuck) Phillabaum, and Chuck (Leanne) Fleming; grandchildren, Carissa (Greg) Messner, Aubrey (Shawn) Gwaltney, Natalie (Shawn) Frisky, Stephanie (Mike) Kress, Lindsey Phillabaum, Christopher (Celeste) Fleming, Amira (Chadi) Ammoury, Noor (Rabih) Hachoum, Thomas Chahine, and Razi Abouchahine; 17 great-grandchildren; stepsister, Shirley Hughes; and many extended family members and friends. 

Charles was a retired Technical Sergeant (TSGT) in the United States Air Force, where he served honorably for 20 years. His military career was marked by his unwavering commitment to his country, with 11 of those years spent overseas. During his service, he was notably involved in Project 404 in Laos, covert operations during a critical period of the Vietnam War. Charles was exceptionally proud of his military service and described the years he spent serving as “the best years of his life.” He was a wonderful and caring father and grandfather. When he was not with his loving family, Charles could be found in his yard or shining his cars. He will be dearly missed, but his legacy will be remembered and cherished by his family. 

A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 1:00PM at Bellbrook Cemetery, 3939 Upper Bellbrook Road, Bellbrook, OH 45305 where Air Force Military Honors will be rendered. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Dayton as they provided the utmost care towards Charles.