Carol Fleming

Carol Fleming, age 82, of Clintwood, Va. passed away at his residence on Saturday, May 20, 2023. He was born on November 24, 1940 to Virgil and Myrtle (Kendrick) Fleming. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served several years. This is where he learned his lifelong trade and became a mechanic. He specialized in heavy diesel equipment, spending most of his life working in the mining industry until he retired. He was a simple man, a rambler of sorts, never staying in one location very long. If you knew him, you would probably agree that he was as stubborn as they come. He lived life on his terms and ultimately died on his terms. He loved the mountains and his mountain homeplace was where he would usually prefer to be. Most often, that’s where he could be found, typically on horseback. He enjoyed horseback riding, music (especially bluegrass), dancing, reading, and roller skating. He was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Myrtle (Kendrick) Fleming, and two brothers Burns (infant) and Carter Fleming. Survivors include: Sons- Alan Fleming (Rachel), Robert “Bob” Fleming (Vickie) Daughters- Sherri Fleming Smith (Ernie), Lisa Fleming Strouth and Renee Fleming Morgan Brothers- Benny, Starling, and Doug Grandchildren- Amanda Parks, Nathan Strouth, Isaiah Strouth, Ashley Cole Woods, Dustin Fleming, “Robbie” Fleming, Curtis Fleming, Jonathan Fleming, and Samantha Keene. Great Grandchildren- Jaxson, Travis, Lynnlee, Lorelai, Lively, Luxton, Eli, Isabelle, and Nathan Special Grandchildren- Roger “Punk”, Mary “Pippy”, Shelly, Barbie, John, and Rachel. Special Friend- Teresa Newberry Several cousins, nieces, and nephews It was Carol’s wishes to be cremated and have his ashes scattered at the family farm on South of the Mountain Road in Clintwood, Va. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 6:00 pm at Mullins Funeral Home Chapel with a memorial service beginning at 7:00pm with Norman Cumbo officiating. Mullins Funeral Home and Staff are serving the Fleming family. Online condolences may be made at www.mullinsfuneralhome.net

Carol Fleming

November 24, 1940 - May 20, 2023