It was 1963 when a strapping young soldier stationed in Heidelberg, Germany saw a beautiful German girl across a dance floor. What followed could only be described as an inspiring and true love story. They instantly fell in love, married within a few months, and built a loving family.
Larry David Flemming was born on June 26, 1943 in East Palestine, Ohio to parents George A. and Ethel Mae Hartman Flemming. He brought his hardworking nature to his service in the U.S. Army and 513th Military Intelligence Division and career in the petroleum service industry.
On the morning of September 4th, after a courageous battle with cancer, Larry passed from the loving arms of his wife of 53 years into those of his Heavenly Father.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings George, Jimmy, Janet, Wilma, William, Kenneth and Ethel. He is survived by his devoted wife Ilse Martha Flemming, children Bellinda Flemming Minkner and Christopher Flemming, their spouses, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 8 at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m. until service time. Larry will be laid to rest with military honors at Old Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Donations can be made in Larry’s name to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society of Indianapolis.
Peggy and Andy Curran says
I know how greatly he was loved and will be missed. We enjoyed lots of laughs with you two. God be with you Ilse as you forge on in this sea of emotions. God hold you tightly and give you peace.
Love you, Peg for all
Jamie Henderson Mattei says
Ilse & Bellinda, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I work on Thursday, so I unfortunately will not be able to attend. But please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you. All my love & support, Jamie
Leah Bonwell says
Oh, Ilse, I am so sorry to read of Larry’s passing. May God give you comfort during this time of grieving and strength for the days ahead. Holding you and your entire family up in prayer. Love, Leah
Paula Davis says
Belinda and Illse
My heart aches for you during this difficult time. I’m unable to attend tomorrow, but know I have you in my prayers and every thought.
Kathy Warfield says
Ilse, so sorry to read that Larry passed away. I have thought of you guys so many times over the years since our days at the Star and News. We shared lots of good times and I am certainly keeping you and your family in my prayers. My sincere sympathy.
Ruth Archer-Jones says
Ilse…I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear husband… no words exist to bring you the comfort I wish for you. If I can do anything to help…Please call me.