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JAKE FLEMING
Born: Jul 28, 1930
Date of Passing: Aug 20, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAKE FLEMING July 28, 1930 - August 20, 2016 Jake Fleming born in Carmen, Manitoba on July 28, 1930, passed peacefully on August 20, 2016 in Okotoks, Alberta. Jake was predeceased by his son Wayne in March, 2013, and all of his 12 siblings. He is survived by Mary Fleming of Parksville; daughter Jennifer Fleming of Qualicum Beach; daughter-in-law Carolyn Fleming of Calgary. Grampa Jake was ever proud of Angie, Allie, Jarett and Jordan, as well as his seven great-grandchildren. He was also easily amused by his granddog Sadie. Jake enjoyed a very successful career as a life insurance salesman/financial planner in Winnipeg from 1958 to 2001. In the early 1960s, the family became immersed in hockey which lead to Jake forming the Canadian Professional Hockey Schools in 1966. Being very involved in coaching youth hockey and famous amongst his players for push-ups and pancakes, Jake was instrumental in introducing the "AAA" tier system to Winnipeg back in the 1970s. With the sale of CPHS in 1991, Jake became an avid member of the Winnipeg Cycletouring Club and the Charleswood Ski Club. In 2001 he moved to Black Diamond, Alberta where he continued to enjoy cycling, skiing, gardening and ice cream. Since 2014 Jake was very well cared for by the staff of Tudor Manor in Okotoks. A special thanks to Art, a true gentleman and loyal friend. Per Jake's wishes, there will be no service. To send condolences and view Jake's Tribute Page, please visit www.lylereeves.com. Caring for the family is Lyle Reeves Funerals of High River (403.652.4242).
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 27, 2016
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Jake as anyone knows, enjoyed hockey and that's how my dad, Carl and I met him, through the CPHS school of my dreams. As soon as we could afford it, because we had been very poor, my only ambition other than hockey, was to go to hockey school! Hard work, discipline, strategy, and the best tricks and techniques launched me far ahead of most players and as a direct result, eventually all over the USA and Europe. What a way to travel. What a way to meet people. What a way to find true friends. Thanks Jake, Wayne, Peter Stemkowski, and everyone for showing what hard work can do for a person. RIP, and my sincere condolences to the family. Sincerely, Einar Johanson - Posted by: Einar Johanson (Student/ Player) on: Apr 28, 2023
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Met Jake at the Winnipeg Cycling Club and we became good friends, we cycled in many places, but our favourite was the 100 mile ride we did in Minneapolis. Jake was a man of little patience, if you were to meet Jake at a certain time and you were late, Jake would be gone. My wife and I spent many fun times with Jake, back and forth to each other's homes for dinners and parties, he was a fun guy and we always enjoyed his company. Our deepest sympathy to Jakes family, we will miss you deeply! Jim & Maureen White - Posted by: Jim & Maureen White (Friend) on: Sep 02, 2016
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Jake Fleming fondly remembered, gave me the opportunity to associate with some of the most wonderful people I know.....Mary Fleming....Jennifer Fleming....Wayne and Carolyn Fleming and family......to them my most heartfelt condolences........ Jake had a good shift........ - Posted by: GEORGE JOHNSON (Friend/employee/son-in-law) on: Aug 31, 2016
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Mr. Fleming was a larger than life fixture of many of our young lives. For my brother Ron and his team mates on the Fort Garry Warriors (1968 onward) he was loved. Always joking, never holding a grudge but sometimes quick to tell it like is was.. I was lucky also to have been on his team. He is missed. Remembrances and condolences to Mary Fleming, Jennifer, and Wayne's family. - Posted by: Paul Buchanan (friend) on: Aug 27, 2016