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Esther Fleming

March 4, 1930 - May 2, 2024
Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast
1604 NE Main Street
Simpsonville, SC 29681
864-688-1600 |
Friday 5/3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Eden Chapel United Methodist Church
150 Dahlia Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45233
513-941-4183 |
Monday 5/6, 11:00 am

Esther Ann Kamphaus Fleming, 94, wife of the late George Fleming, died Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Born in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Myrtle Hood Kamphaus.

Mrs. Fleming was a member of Mauldin Methodist Church. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a teaching degree and became an elementary school teacher. She attended the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. She was the organist for Eden Chapel United Methodist Church in Cincinnati, OH for more than 30 years. Her activities and awards with Girl Scouts earned her a honorary award from the Mayor of Cincinnati. She spent her later years playing Duplicate Bridge with friends at the Simpsonville Senior Center.

She is survived by her daughter, Judy Fleming Johnson and husband, Bruce; seven grandchildren, Elizabeth Hartline, Joseph Hartline, Benjamin Hartline, Chelsea Cordero, Bryce Johnson, Samantha Burgess, and Lauryn Price; and seven great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Sarah Hartline and her son, George Joseph Fleming.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation to be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast. A funeral service will be held in Cincinnati OH on Monday, May 3, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Eden Chapel United Methodist Church.

Friends are encouraged to share their favorite memories of Esther with the family by clicking on the button labeled “Leave A Message, Share A Memory” below.

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Visitation
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast
1604 NE Main Street
Simpsonville, SC 29681
864-688-1600 | Map
Friday 5/3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Eden Chapel United Methodist Church
150 Dahlia Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45233
513-941-4183 | Map
Monday 5/6, 11:00 am

Esther Ann Kamphaus Fleming, 94, wife of the late George Fleming, died Thursday, May 2, 2024. Born in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Myrtle Hood Kamphaus. Mrs. Fleming was a member of Mauldin Methodist Church. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a teaching degree and became anContinue Reading

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Janet Thompson left a message on May 4, 2024:
Esther was such a kind and sweet person. She and my mother loved to sit and talk. Mom cherished her friendship with Esther and would light up whenever they were together. Esther was a beautiful woman and will be missed greatly.
Tammy, Rhonda, Zac, Tara, and Autumn left a message on May 3, 2024:
Esther, you had a beautiful heart. We love and miss you.
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Kathleen Jennings left a message on May 3, 2024:
Deep condolences from the Jennings family. Kathleen Jennings And son Jay Gresham
Lori Bowman left a message on May 3, 2024:
Judy - I'm so sorry for your loss. I think of your mom and our impromptu visit to your home everytime I eat Cincinnati chili. I've never been able to top hers! She may be gone from her earthly home, but her spirit will always be around those she loved. Look for the signs and I hope they will bring you peace when you miss her most. Love to you always, Lori
Brett and Frances Burgess left a message on May 3, 2024:
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Lydia & Charley Conrad left a message on May 3, 2024:
Judy, Samantha, Lauryn and BryceAs you grieve know that we are remembering you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Sheila Knox Brosmore left a message on May 3, 2024:
Our Cousin Esther was a devoted daughter, mother, wife, She was generous, giving, and she always had a smile on her face. We know she will be sorely missed by family and friends. She is in her heavenly home waiting now for all of us. Rest in peace, Love you, Cousin Esther.
Marianne Raubolt left a message on May 2, 2024:
Esther was the sweetest and most loving person. It was a pleasure to get to know her. Her smile and compliments always lifted my spirits. I loved her like a mother. I never got over not seeing her at bridge. By the way she was an excellent bridge player. See you Heaven someday, Esther!
Joann Eaton left a message on May 2, 2024:
Judy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I didn't know her but, I know you. She was a great mom. You're proof of that Love in Christ Joann Eaton
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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