In Memoriam - Donald J. Fleming

It is with great sadness that we advise that Professor Donald J. Fleming passed away earlier this week.  At the request of the family there will be no visitation or funeral.  For those who wish, remembrances can be made in support of the Humphreys Fellowships through the Canadian Council on International Law or to St Andrews College, Aurora, ON.

For those who wish to express condolences, here is a link to Professor Fleming's obituary at the York Funeral Home, Fredericton, NB.

Flags in front of Sir Howard Douglas Hall and the Ward Chipman Library Building will be lowered today, Feb. 14, in his honour.

Donald J. Fleming (1946-2013)

Professor Donald J. Fleming held a BA from Mount Allison University, an LLB from UNB and an LLM in International Law from Cambridge University and was called to the New Brunswick Bar in 1975.

Professor Fleming joined the faculty of law in 1977 and retired in June, 2012. He taught in the areas of public international law, trade law, humanitarian law and torts law. He was much loved and respected by his students and in 2012 received the UNB Law Award for Teaching Excellence.

Professor Fleming was widely recognized as one of the top international law scholars in the world. In 1993, he received the 125th Anniversary Commemorative Medal from the Government of Canada for his contribution to human rights and was awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002. He served as president for the Canadian Council on International Law and was on the Roster for NAFTA Chapter 19 Binational Panels.

In addition to his scholarly and teaching accomplishments, Professor Fleming significantly contributed to the fabric of UNB life and culture. He was instrumental in establishing the Jessup International Moot at UNB, one of the most prestigious moots in the world. Students counted themselves very fortunate to be able to participate under Professor Fleming’s able guidance as coach. As well, Professor Fleming sat on numerous committees both at the University and Faculty level throughout his years at UNB. Professor Fleming and his wife Leslie, who taught in the UNB Biology Department, were dons in Lady Beaverbrook Residence for many years, acting as mentors and role models for countless UNB students.

UNB faculty of law has been tremendously lucky to have counted Don Fleming as one of its own. He will be missed by faculty, staff, students, and alumni alike.