Mavis Lyn Fletcher, 100, passed away on April 15, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska. She was born in Jamaica, West Indies.
Mavis will be remembered as a kind hearted, God fearing woman, who put her family first. From humble beginnings, she attended and graduated from West Indies College (Northern Caribbean University) in Mandeville, Jamaica. With her husband of over 50 years, she moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 1963 to attend Union College (Union Adventist University), graduating with a degree in English. Her teaching career which started with the Omaha Public School system included time in elementary, high school and college education, in Nebraska, Maryland, California, and Jamaica.
Mavis converted to the Seventh Day Adventist Church, leading her to attend West Indies College where she met Joseph Emanuel Fletcher. Her favorite hobby was sewing and she became an accomplished seamstress. Though she became a United States citizen she was proud of her Jamaican heritage and remained in contact with her extended Jamaican family. She had a special bond with her two grandchildren, Mackenzie and Easton.
Mavis is survived by son, Garth (Carol) Fletcher; grandchildren, Mackenzie and Easton; and numerous extended family members.
Mavis was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Fletcher; sons, Franz Fletcher and Wayne Fletcher; daughter, Judy Fletcher.
A private family service will be held at College View Cemetery.
Garth and Carol: God bless your dear mother! Sending hugs and prayers as you celebrate her life and her kind spirit. With love! Brenda Pool
When you would text me and ask for a hat for your mom, I just loved knitting and being creative for her.
We love you guys and love the hope for seeing you guys all reunited some day!
I love you grandma. Your acceptance of me , my time with you, waiting 10 minutes for you to open the door, So many avocados-
Going to the zoo so many times that I without happy memories with you
Thank you for being safety. You will be missed so dearly.
Garth and Carol, my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you both! She was a wonderful woman!
So sorry to hear this.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ❤️
I met Ms. Fletcher through my parents. They were all in school together at WIC. They were in each other’s weddings and were best of friends as they aged. My memories of your Mom, Garth was that she was a very polished and stylish woman. Very gentile, sweet and thoughtful. She was the last of a dignified group. I will forever cherish her memory. Please accept our condolences. Fondly Jacqueline Hodge-Lynton
I loved thinking about your mom while I would knit her hats! I knew that she loved them.
The smile on her face will someday he surrounded with all her family. That will be a great day!!! We love you guys!
What a legacy Aunt Mavis leaves behind. I remember her was warm, gracious lady during the years the Griffiths and Fletcher families lived in Lincoln. Our common Jamaican heritage naturally drew the families together.
My mom, Barbara and I send our prayer-filled condolences to you, Carol and the rest of your family. May the Holy Spirit dwell richly among as you journey through this season. 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Garth, so sorry to hear about your Mom.
Thinking of you and your family at this time.
So sorry for this huge loss! Love these pictures of your sweet momma and family! How blessed you were to have her!
Garth and family! Our sincere condolences for the passing of your mom.
Dear Garth, our sincere condolences to you and your family. I will always remember Aunt Mavis. May she now rest in peace 🙏🏼 Thinking of you and family and sending love 🩷