Ray H. Fleming Jr.

Ray H. Fleming, Jr. of Wysox, PA passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the age of 80, following an extended illness. He was surrounded by his family at UPMC in Harrisburg. Ray was born in Lewistown, PA on April 8, 1944, to the late Ray H. Fleming Sr. and Marietta (Hutchinson) Fleming. He is survived by his two children, Jonathan (Carrie) Fleming of Dauphin, PA and Rebecca (Sean) Robinson of Sparta, NJ. He was a devoted grandfather to Rhiannon Fleming and Madison and Patrick Robinson. He was a loving brother-in-law to Kay (deceased, Kenneth) Fleming, Janice (Daniel) Barrett, and David (Susan) Martin and uncle to nieces, Kate (Zack), Emily (Matt), Laura (Gary), Kellie (Chris), Erin (Obie) and Lauren (Ryan), and several great nieces and great nephews. Ray is also survived by Jane Foster, his devoted cousin, with whom he kept a close relationship throughout the years. Ray received his degree in teaching from Shippensburg University and later obtained his Masters’ and Administration degrees from Bucknell University. On January 8, 1966, Ray met the love of his life, Barbara Martin, on a dance floor at Shippensburg University. The two spent the rest of their lives devoted to each other until Barb’s death in 2016. Ray began his career in education at Carlisle school district where he was a history teacher and then served as an assistant principal. Ray and Barb moved their family to the Northeast Bradford area, where he was hired and served as Principal of the high school from 1978 until 1997. He worked for CRSI as a school software consultant for several years before being called back to education, serving as Superintendent of Schools for the Wyalusing School District from 2004 until his retirement in 2011. Ray served on many boards and committees over the years, including the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association on the Board of Directors and the Towanda Country Club Board. He was extremely active within the First Presbyterian Church in Towanda, serving in many different areas, including the Session, choir, Sunday school, Kids Club, and the ministry. In his spare time, he volunteered at the Towanda Area Christian Outreach Food Pantry. Ray was not only a devoted husband and father, but a devoted grandfather to his three grandchildren, taking them on special trips and adventures every summer with Barb. Ray and Barb spent a lot of time with loved ones at the family summer cottage at Highland Lake. With his beloved wife at his side, they spent time traveling with friends and family across the country and around the world, including the Caribbean, Germany, Italy, Hawaii, and Alaska. Ray loved two things above all else, his family and all Pittsburgh related sports teams. Sports were a large part of his life. He played on adult softball teams, practiced with the Northeast Bradford basketball teams, and spent a good amount of time on the golf course, playing in several golf leagues and taking annual trips to Myrtle Beach with friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday May 23rd from 5:30-7:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Church, Court Street, Towanda PA. A memorial service will take place Friday May 24th from 11:30-12:30 PM, also at the Towanda First Presbyterian Church. Officiating will be Rev. Randall Reddinger. Interment will be private in the Rome Cemetery, Rome, PA. The family suggests that contributions be directed to the First Presbyterian Church, 5 Court Street Towanda, PA 18848 or to the Northeast Bradford Education Foundation, 526 Panther Lane, P.O Box 94, Rome, PA 18837 in Ray Fleming’s memory. Arrangements are under the direction of Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home, Towanda PA. Memories and condolences may be expressed by visiting www.bowenfuneralhomes.com.

Ray H. Fleming Jr.

April 8, 1944 - April 8, 2024

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April 8, 1944 - April 8, 2024

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