Michael Fling Obituary
We are sad to announce that on December 25, 2024, at the age of 77, Michael Fling (New Hope, Alabama) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael Fling to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilbur Fling and Mary Louise Fling. He is survived by: his wife Benita Ann George Fling; his children, Courtney Fling, Lindsey Fling McNett (David), Jarrod Fling (Kristen) and Matthew Fling (Whitney); his grandchildren, Michael Summers (Jennifer), Darian Fling, Omunique Walter, Samantha Brooks, Mackenzie Brooks, Lucas Brooks, Jackson Fling and Sawyer Fling; and his great grandchildren, Camden Summers, Jase Summers and Trace Tanner.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 30th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the New Hope Funeral Home (2500 Oak Grove Rd, New Hope, AL 35760). A memorial service was held on Monday, December 30th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the New Hope Funeral Home Chapel (2500 Oak Grove Rd, New Hope, AL 35760).
With a career that spanned over 30 years, Michael's contributions to the design and development of hypervelocity rocket systems were transformative, leaving an indelible mark on both the defense and space exploration industries.