Ken Fleming Sr., age 83, of Lexington, passed away early Saturday morning, May 4, 2024, at his home. Born Kenneth Joseph Fleming on January 4, 1941, in Sandusky, Ohio, he was the son of the late Joseph Benton and Nina Louise (Gnepper) Fleming.
He was a great man who always offered a helping hand and volunteered for numerous sports and clubs at Ontario schools. Ken was a Captain in the Springfield Township Volunteer Fire Department and was the Springfield Township Zoning Inspector for 30 years. He retired from General Motors after 32½ years of service, starting his career as a Security Guard and later retired from his Supervisor position in the Maintenance Department. After his retirement, Ken enjoyed woodworking. Ken and his wife, Lu, enjoyed traveling and camped in Florida during the winter months.
Serving others was paramount for Ken and he volunteered as Cub Master in the Boy Scouts, was a junior varsity baseball coach for Ontario High School. He was very involved in the summer leagues of both baseball and softball. He enjoyed coaching, playing and watching sports throughout his lifetime.
Ken is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lucretia Oman Fleming; two daughters, Shelley Sisco and Tammy (Dale) Hartzler; a son, Matthew (Caroline) Fleming; seven grandchildren, Chelsea (Dustin) Ritch, Alese (Kyle) Sand, Clay (Arista) Hartzler, Dr. Kylie (Paul) Gamber, Hannah Hartzler, Catrina Fleming and Camilla Fleming; and four great-grandchildren with one more on the way.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Joseph Fleming Jr.; grandson, Cory Fleming; and son-in-law, Mark Sisco.
Ken will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. RIP Dad.
Honoring Ken’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service observed. Wappner Funeral Directors-Ontario is honored to serve the family
