Mr. Robert Lee Fletcher
January 1, 1933 - July 13, 2018
On Friday, July 13, 2018, Robert Lee Fletcher, was called home to be with his heavenly Father after a long and courageous fight. He was born in Durham, NC. He was a model citizen, and retired after 21 years of service with the United States Army, and during his tenure he was honored with the Purple Heart – a symbol of honor for sacrifice. He also retired after 27 years with the United States Postal Service. He was a faithful steward board member at St. Thomas AME Zion Church in Norfolk, Virginia for over 40 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife Gaynell Fletcher; uncle, Webbie W. Fletcher; brother, Dr. William T. Fletcher; grandchildren Jovani Allen, Enoch Young, Dr. Twana Fletcher-Harrison, Robert Fletcher III, Michele Fletcher, Patricia Fletcher, and She’ Fletcher; three daughters Takecha Jones, Kim Jones, Tanya Young and her husband Douglas Young. And he leaves behind a countless number of cousins and friends. A funeral service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, July 21, 2018 at St. Thomas AME Zion Church, 1700 Melon Street, Norfolk. Viewing will be from 6-7pm Friday at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, Chesapeake. Burial will be 11:00 am Monday, July 23, 2018 at Beechwood Cemetery, 3300 Fayetteville Road, Durham, North Carolina 27707.
On Friday, July 13, 2018, Robert Lee Fletcher, was called home to be with his heavenly Father after a long and courageous fight. He was born in Durham, NC. He was a model citizen, and retired after 21 years of service with the United States... View Obituary & Service Information