Michael Lynn Fleece, 64, of Franklin passed away on Sept. 22, 2025, at Sentara RMH in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
He was born on Dec. 12, 1960, in Berkeley Springs, the son of Neoma (Smoot) Fleece of Keyser and the late Willard Woodrow Fleece.
Mr. Fleece was a 1978 graduate of Hampshire High School and was a Christian by faith.
He had worked for Peer’s Sanitation and was a certified electrician.
He enjoyed fishing and was a very talented craftsman, who loved making furniture.
On March 25, 1991, he married Linda Lou (Davis) Fleece, who survives.
In addition to his wife and mother, he leaves behind to cherish his memory four stepsons, Wesley Davis, Jay Roberts and Matt Roberts, all of Franklin, and Tim Roberts of Brandywine; a brother, Larry Fleece of Ft. Ashby; and a number of step-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Tammy.
In honoring his wishes, his body has been cremated.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Basagic Funeral Home in Franklin. A celebration of life will follow with Pastor James Payne officiating.
Memorials may be made to “the family,” c/o Basagic Funeral Home, PO Box 215, Franklin, WV 26807.
Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.
