Service Details
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Michelle Leah Fleischman, a 47 year old Racine resident went home to be with the lord, on March 17, 2020, after a 7 year battle with breast cancer.
She was born in Iron Mountain, Michigan to parents Gail (Brown) Pogue and Ernest Johnson and grew up in Marinette county.
On Sept. 30, 2007 she married Robert Fleischman (gaining stepson Austin Fleischman) and they had a beautiful daughter Violet Fleischman on July 12, 2007.
Michelle was survived by her husband and daughter, her mom and dad, and her sisters, Sheri (Johnson)Smith and Elise (Johnson) Metcalf, her brother Scott Johnson, her stepmom Sue (Erickson) Johnson, as well as her brother and sister in law Mike Fleischman and Karen (Fleischman) Geller. She has many other extended family members, all of whom were loved dearly. She also gained many close friends as she also lived in California, Virginia and back to Wisconsin.
From early on Michelle was known for her passion for life and hard work ethic, always doing the best to get it right. She was probably best known for the caring over others, and throughout her career took on many care giving rolls. Her last work adventure was played out as a massage and bodywork therapist. After 2 years her business “Massage & Stretch” grew into a larger establishment, which was well known for pain and stress relief in the greater Racine area. Michelle was well known for her concern for others and her favorite saying from the mining days was “The best safety device is a careful man.”
Michelle had a true passion for going “up North” with her family and enjoying everything nature had to offer; fishing, crossbow hunting, attending the county fairs to name a few.
After high school and her short military career/training Michelle finally settled in southern California where she met and married her sweetheart, love of her life, and best friend Robert Fleischman.
Michelle and Robert lived in California, where their daughter was born, and then moved to Virginia. After 5 years they then moved back home to Wisconsin after her battle with breast cancer.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Elroy and Chris Larsen . says
Our deepest sympathies to you and your whole family Gail .
Dave and Sherri (Rene) Carpenter says
Love and prayers for you all.
David Wade says
Condolences to the family and friends. Respect
Anonymous says
I wish I got the opportunity to know this amazing lady. My sincere condolences Robert. Peace and love
Denis Tavernier says
All my condolences from France Robert. To you and your family in this sad moments.
Norm Stricker says
Prayers for your family. May God comfort you now and always.
Michael and Ingrid Udell says
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and Violet, love and friends always
Dawn Marie Nichols says
Praying for Peace and Comfort to you and the family at this time Robert. May Michelle Fly High with the Angels.. 💜💙
Anthony Malchiodi says
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for Robert and your family during this time. Prayers for peace and comfort and knowing she is finally home with The Lord.
Robbie Cohen says
Our deepest condolences. May you and your family be spared any further sorrow.
Anonymous says
Robert, my deepest condolences for your loss, and healing prayers for your family, and Michelle’s… Michelle, fly high with the Angels as you await your husband to join you.
James E. magee says
My condolences to the Fleischman family.
Ronald W. Moore says
You and your family have our deepest sympathies, Robert
Kathryn Alvera says
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to you, Robert, and your entire family.
Dave Sanford says
So sorry for your loss Robert
Terressa & Edwin Carson says
So sorry R, thinking of you and the family.
I can’t imagine the sadness you must feel from the loss of Michelle. May you and your family find comfort in the love of those around you .
Jerry Wiener says
We are do sorry for your loss.
Blessing to you and your family.
With much Love,
Jerry Wiener and Family ❤️
Donna LaBelle says
Thoughts and prayers for Robert and Violet and her family.
Steven and Evelyn Cooper says
Our deepest condolences and prayers for your loss Robert. May God give you the strength to bare this most difficult of times. May he keep watch over Michelle through all of eternity.
Anonymous says
Our heartfelt sympathy to Robert and to all who knew and loved Michelle.
Nicki & Bob Fioretti
Wanda Hockbein says
Oh Gail, I’m so sad for you and your family’s loss. Michelle was a delightful FB friend to all and my family is so sorry for your loss. Wanda (Brown) Hockbein
Stella Stefan Tetenbaum says
Dear Robert and Violet and all family, I am sending healing , loving thoughts at this time of loss . What a lovely person , my deepest condolences to you at this very difficult time , sending our deepest sympathy …Stella and Stefan Tetenbaum
Julie Sims says
A beautiful tribute. Sending prayers to the entire family, and hopes of wonderful treasured memories.
Jacinda Maynard says
Sorry for the loss… Praying for y’all 😢😥
Jim@ kathy andreson says
Miss you at the brown family gatherings. You were a beautiful woman inside and out. Your daughter will miss her the most. She will never be forgotten. Prayers for her family that they will always keep her in their hearts. Remember the good times.
Priscilla Rene says
What a beautiful tribute to Michelle. Sweet childhood friend all the way to the end for my daughter Sherri. We both wished we could come hug you until this virus came up. You are my friend Gail I weep with you and pray with you and now praise our Lord for her in His arms in Heaven. Until we meet again.
Michael Manriquez says
Heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. May Michelle find the comfort and peace she so well deserves.
FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION says
R.I.P.
Helen Brown (Robert’s cousin) says
My heart is saddened for your loss of a beautiful soul. May her memory be a blessing to all. Sending all of you my love and prayers.
Bobbi-Lynn Lambert says
Blessed to have known her and been a small part of hers and Robert’s life for a few years. Forever in my heart. Love and prayers for the family.
Nancy Jacobson fenn says
I am so sorry for your loss Robert..
Ja’Del Germain says
One of the most kind and gentle souls I’ve ever met. Michelle was devoted mother to Violet and loved her with all her heart. I will truly miss her. My condolences to Robert, Violet and the rest of the family.
Lindsay says
I was very grateful to know Michelle even if it was for a short while. She really did know how the body works as I was one of her clients. She was a really good massage/bodywork therapist.
We had nice conversations and come to find out we had more in common, but didn’t realize it until she was really sick. I’m glad we were able to meet and talk when we did. She also knew the Lord and witnessed to those around her. She will be missed greatly but looking forward to seeing her in heaven some day!
Jasper Been says
I am sorry for your loss. Michelle was a very warm and caring person. I was one of her massage clients. She will be missed.
Lisa Elton says
So sad. She was my therapist. I loved her and miss her. My sympathies to all..
Karen Haller says
I knew Michelle when she lived in Cali. We were very good friends and roommates, then coworkers in physical therapy too. She was a wonderful, fun, warm, kind and intelligent person. I wish we hadn’t fallen out of touch with each other. She’ll always be in my heart, and will be missed very much.