Horace Lee Fleming

Horace “Lee” L. Fleming, 78, of Dover, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, September 7, 2026. He was the loving husband of Lynn M. (Kleinstuber) Fleming, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage. Born July 29, 1948,in Salisbury, Maryland, he was the son of the late Esley L. Fleming and Frances (Pierce) Fleming.

A graduate of Pocomoke High School, Lee continued his education at East Mississippi Junior College, the Community College of the Air Force, and Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC), where he earned an Associate of Arts degree. Lee proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force, completing 23 years of dedicated military service. While serving, he earned many distinguished honors. Throughout his military career, he was stationed in Washington, Delaware, Alabama, Mississippi, New Mexico, and Thailand. He also served two tours in Germany, where he volunteered as an assistant Boy Scout leader. Following his retirement from the Air Force, Lee held positions as the facilities manager for the School District of Lancaster and The Terraces. He also worked at the Manheim Auto Auction.

Lee will be remembered by his family and friends for the life he lived, the relationships he cherished, and his unwavering dedication to his country. An avid outdoorsman, Lee enjoyed hunting, fly fishing, trap shooting, camping, woodworking, playing guitar and traveling. Lee’s passion for hunting and the outdoors was reflected in his memberships with the National Rifle Association, Ruffed Grouse Society, American Woodcock Society, and Manheim Sportsman Association. Christmas was his favorite holiday, and he took delight in decorating the house for the season. Lee took pleasure in accompanying Lynn to see performances at the Fulton Theatre, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, and American Music Theatre. He held a special place in his heart for his cherished dogs, Skippy and Darby.

In addition to his wife, Lynn, he is survived by a son, Brian Fleming (husband of Sherissa); a daughter, Michelle Engroff (wife of David); grandchildren, Jasmyn, Shyanne, and Connor; his sister, Tammie Fleming of Pocomoke, MD; his sister-in-law, Beverly Fleming; his niece, Heather Fleming (partner to Edward Brittingham); his nephew, William Lee Fleming; and many extended family members. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Terrence Fleming.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at DeBord Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 141 E. Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. A viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment with full military honors will follow the service at Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692, or to Heartland Hospice, 3417 Concord Road, Suite C, York, PA 17402.