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 twelve 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 1960’s, 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 1970’s. 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).