Paul E. Fleming age 77 of Sharon, passed away January 28th at the Norwood Hospital. Born in Boston, he grew up in Sharon, graduated from Sharon High School and was a Veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member of the Sharon Fire department for 40 years retiring in 2003. During his time on the department, he was the first fire fighter to become and EMT and the first to deliver a baby in the ambulance. He was a member of the Foxboro Fish & Game Club, the Sharon Country Club and the Sharon VFW. Paul was an avid Boston Sports fan and enjoyed playing golf and horseshoes. Beloved husband of Catherine I. (Tegan). Father of Paul M. Fleming of Easton, John J. Fleming, Debbie E. Estano and Robert E. Fleming all of Norton and Claire M. MacKenzie of Mansfield. Brother of Richard Fleming of Foxboro, Jane Fortun of Kansas and the late Phyllis Magee. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Sunday 2-6 pm. Funeral mass at Our Lady of Sorrows Church Sharon Monday morning at 10. Burial Rock Ridge Cemetery, Sharon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Sharon Fire Fighters Assn 92 S. Main St. Sharon, MA 02067.