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Marie Fleming Obituary

Marie Fleming Hollywood, SC - Marie Fleming, 74, passed away on February 27, 2022. Her family will receive friends between 4:00 and 6:00 PM Saturday afternoon at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. The Committal will take place at The Citadel Columbarium attended by her family. Online condolences may be made at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. Marie was born in Florence, SC on September 24, 1947, a daughter of the late Josephine Earle Johnson and Carlyle James Andrews. She grew up in Florence and Columbia, SC before moving to Charleston. Marie attended St. Andrews Junior High and St. Andrews High School, graduating in 1965. She then graduated from Winthrop College in 1969. By luck and narrow circumstances, she ran into her Jr. High school bus driver, Giles Fleming, outside No. 4 Barracks at The Citadel in November of 1969. From that point on they were destined to be together and were married May 2, 1970 at The Summerall Chapel. Marie had a very successful career as a Real Estate Broker for more than 40 years, where she met and made friends with many of her clients. She was always a person of fashion and style, she loved clothes, jewelry and getting her hair and nails done. Marie loved her many dogs most recently and especially, Lucy; going out to dinner with her friends and family; and going to the beach - she could never get enough sun. She is now where the sun is always shining, probably has the shiniest crown and will soon try to redecorate - God willing Marie is survived by her husband of almost 52 years, Giles and their son (her proudest accomplishment), Michael Jason; daughter-in-law, Jessica and two wonderful grandsons, Jack and JW, all of whom she loved very much. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2022.

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Penny Hardwicke Valek

March 6, 2022

Giles, so sorry to read about Maries passing! Your wife was such a happy smiling soul. I will always have great memories of her in high school! She was a proud member of St. Andrews High School class of ‘65! Marie was always full of enthusiasm! My sincere sympathies extended to you and your son and grandsons!

Charlotte and Mark Gadomski

March 5, 2022

So sorry for your loss, Giles. We will be keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time.

Bob and Becky Zemp / Olive

March 5, 2022

Giles, so very sorry to hear about Marie. Our hearts, love and prayers go out to you, Michael and family. Marie will always be that beautiful, bright, fun lady who molded you into the wonderful friend and man you are today. We cherish every minute we shared. Driving those Carolina buses may be a secret to a long and wonderful life together; you sure got a great partner out of that ride! Becky and I could not be there this weekend but will wrap you in our arms as soon as we can! Sending our love!

Antonia Gratton

March 4, 2022

My deepest condolences with Giles and family. I am sorry to hear of Marie's passing, and will keep everyone in our prayers. What a beautiful write up in Marie's memory - she leaves a beautiful legacy behind.

RoseMary Davis

March 4, 2022

Giles,Jason,Jessica and beautiful boys,
I have and will always treasure our time together. The laughter and the tears. I can only close my eyes and see us sitting in the sun laughing about some crazy thing. I can picture us shopping at Anns together going to Atlanta and oh boy room service. Memories that will be with all of us forever.
Rosie

Larry Miller

March 4, 2022

Giles and Family,
I am so saddened by the news of Marie´s passing.
She was indeed a Lady of Grace and Love, a Lady of Character and Class.
Sharon and I Loved the times we were Blessed to work with Marie in our Real Estate Careers and to share personal times in your home and socially.
One memory for me concerning her style and fashion was in Las Vagas when we were there for a conference.
Marie, Sharon and Elaine went shopping and Marie always came back with shoes shoes shoes
A most Stylish Lady Indeed.
Much Love and Prayers My Friend

Peter Hendriks

March 4, 2022

So sorry for your loss Giles and family. My condolences.
I wish you strength in this difficult time.

Bill Barfield

March 4, 2022

Giles,my heart breaks for you. I can not amazing the depth of your grief. . But when you meet someone and live for 52 years with children. Now that is a life well lived. So congratulations for to you and Marie for a life of commitment and love

Ken and Laura Doby

March 3, 2022

Giles, Jason and family, We are so very sorry to hear about Marie. What a beautiful memorial and description of her! Thinking of and praying for you all!

Barbara Dear

March 3, 2022

Giles, Carl and I are so very saddened about Marie's passing. We do have some good memories of time spent with you and Marie in Harborwoods. We won't be able to attend her services but know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Barbara

Pat & Jenny McBride

March 3, 2022

Own deepest condolences. Marie was always a warm and friendly person. She will be missed by all her knew her.

March 3, 2022

No In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.Vern and Peg

Courtney Morris-West

March 3, 2022

Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever.

Peggy Powell

March 2, 2022

My dear girl would outshine everyone. They sponsored us over seas we were lucky to have them as friends. We will miss her. She was a joy. Giles, we are so sorry for your loss. Love, Vern and Peg.

Mary and Greg Hollingsworth

March 2, 2022

Greg and I are sorry to hear of Marie's passing. I will always remember her as an elegant, kind, and ambitious southern lady who loved Laura Alberts pimento cheese. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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