[Lucy] earned her Bachelor of Law degree at UNB after completing her BA at Dalhousie. Her professional endeavours included teaching medical law to nursing students and developing Nova Scotia's new land titles system (LRIS) with her mentor, Charles MacIntosh. A remarkable and classy lady in the most admirable way, Lucy was the essence of pride and dignity. She loved living her life the way she thought a life should be lived. She was admired by her community and always remained loving and generous to her friends and family.
After earning his Law degree and being admitted to the New Brunswick Bar in 1960, Keith embarked on a distinguished legal career that spanned over 60 years. He worked for several years at the law firm of Ralph Freeze and also lectured part-time at UNB's Law School. In 1970, he achieved his master’s degree at Osgoode Hall (York University in Toronto) and then returned to Fredericton to join the law firm of Hoyt, Mockler, Allen & Dixon as a partner. Over the years, Keith practiced law as a member of various law firms, including McInnes Cooper and Peters Rouse, until his retirement in 2022.
With a career spanning more than four decades, Alan shaped Canada's legal landscape as a professor, a constitutional and law reform counsel, a commissioner of the Law Reform Commission of Canada, a partner at a leading Canadian law firm, a private practitioner, and ultimately, as General Counsel for a major Canadian charitable organization. His contributions to the legal profession were recognized in 1983 when he was appointed Queen's Counsel (now King's Counsel), and in 2015, he was honored as a life member of the New Brunswick Bar.
Born on January 5, 1940, Michael was the cherished older son of the late Joseph Victor and Annis Beatrice Eagan. Michael is survived by his beloved wife Maureen Sheran, loving brother Peter, son David, grandson Xylo, and sister-in-law Margaret Duda. Michael will be deeply missed by his family, many friends and all who knew and respected him. His memory will live on in our hearts.
Bernard was born and raised in Saint John; he was the youngest of his large family. Graduating from Saint Mary’s University and the University of New Brunswick Law Program, Bernard excelled and continued with his passion, leading to a fulfilling career as a lawyer. He was known for his kind and generous nature; those who knew him will smile, remembering his great sense of humour. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, special trips to Grand Manan, Fundy National Park, Halifax, and Prince Edward Island, and coffee with friends. Above all else, he was a loving husband, father, and granddad.
After graduating from high school, [Wendell] majored in history at Gordon College, a Presbyterian university outside of Boston. While at Gordon, he won the World Deputation Scholarship for studies in South America. June 1960 took him to the jungles of Ecuador to work with missionaries for the summer. In 1962, he graduated from Gordon, entered theological college, but decided this was not what he wanted. He entered UNB and graduated from Law School in 1968. He began practicing law in Moncton with his mentor, Douglas MacFarlane.
After high school, Dad left Newfoundland and, within a few years, had joined the RCMP. The dashing RCMP Officer met his future wife at The Cabin restaurant in Fredericton, NB, in 1960. While Dad was working as an RCMP Officer, he admired the Crown Prosecutors and Dad decided he wanted to be a lawyer. With two children (at that time), Dad went to University for a Business degree and then a Law degree from UNB. After University and a short time as a Crown Prosecutor in St. John’s, NL, Dad and his family moved to Saint John, NB, where he worked for the city as the City Solicitor for 27 years. Retiring in 1996.
Hugh was born on May 25, 1948, in Saint John and attended Rothesay Collegiate School and the University of New Brunswick. In 1969, he joined his father, Hendry, in the practice of law as McLellan & McLellan. Hugh enthusiastically continued to practice law in Saint John until 1986, when he was appointed as a Judge of the Court of Queen’s Bench of New Brunswick, Trial Division, in Woodstock. He returned to Saint John in 1994 and served as a judge until his retirement in 2023. He thoroughly enjoyed the variety of his work, presiding over cases in both official languages and in every corner of the province.
Allan grew up in Rouyn-Noranda…His first experience in government affairs occurred when he worked for the Treasury Board of the Government of New Brunswick as a Budget and Management Analysis for 2 years. The job piqued his interest so much that he returned to university to attend Law School, where he received a LLB degree. Allan met his wife Mary, while attending UNB, and they were happily married for 56 years at the time of his passing. Shortly after graduating Law school, Allan and Mary left New Brunswick and moved to Oshawa, Ontario, where Allan joined the law firm of Salmers and Furlong.
Joanne was the first disabled person to graduate from UNB with a law degree, and was later called to the Queen’s Council. She was the first woman in Canada to be appointed Executive Director of the Canadian Paraplegic Association, the NB Division. After obtaining her law degree, Joanne joined the Department of Justice, and was the first woman appointed Deputy Registrar of the Supreme Court of NB, now known as the Court of Appeal.
[Michel] devoted his professional life to the practice of law and most recently served as the Chairperson of the New Brunswick Assessment and Planning Appeal Tribunal. Michel was a pillar of his native Shediac community. He generously gave his time to many causes over his lifetime. A Multiple Paul Harris Fellow Rotarian, he served as Mayor of Shediac from 1980 to 1995. His passion for public service extended deeply into the healthcare sector, where he served in various volunteer capacities—including board member and Chairperson at institutions such as the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont Hospital, the CHU Dumont Foundation, Partenaire Dumont Inc., and many other provincial, national, and international healthcare organizations.
Born in Oswestry, England, in 1933, Mel lived a life of remarkable achievement and adventure. As a 17-year-old, he joined the Royal Air Force, having been inspired as a child by an "excellent view over the airfield ...where we saw a wide variety of small aeroplanes, mostly trainers such as Miles Masters and Magisters, but sometimes, very exciting, a Spitfire or a Hurricane". He went on to become an esteemed test pilot on B squadron and was awarded an Air Force Cross in 1968…In the 1960s, Mel made the life-changing decision to move to Canada, where he transitioned from the skies to the courtroom. Embracing a new challenge, he pursued a career in law, becoming a trusted advisor to many in his community through his work and many volunteer commitments. His intellect and integrity earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and clients alike.
[Toby] was a highly respected member of the Newfoundland Bar Association, having practised law for more than 50 years. He played a key role in the development and construction of the Law Society of Newfoundland’s Law Building and Library. He was named (Queen’s) King’s Counsel in 2004. As a former Bencher of the NL Law Society, he was the recipient of the Gordon W. Stirling Distinguished Service Award. He received an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from Memorial University and was admitted into the Order of Newfoundland and Labrador in 2006.
Driven by a profound sense of purpose, Joyce returned to her studies while raising four school-aged children. She earned a BA in Psychology (1973) and a Bachelor of Law (1976) from the University of New Brunswick. After being called to the bar in 1977, she practiced law until retiring due to health in 1986. Her tireless advocacy and warmth touched countless lives through community leadership and volunteer work.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Bruce D. Hatfield, 72, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton. He was predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Kathleen Hatfield, and by his brother, Robert (Bob) Hatfield. Bruce is survived by his loving wife, Lucie; his siblings Brian (Connie) Hatfield of Fosterville, Michael (Martha Musgrove) of Ottawa, Ont., Rachel (Allan) Nesbitt of Lower Brighton and Mary Hatfield of Somerville; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Pauline (Claude Cormier) Richard of Dieppe, Gilles (Pierrette) Richard of Fredericton, Diane (Roger) Gauvin of Dieppe, Guy (Rachel) Richard of Moncton.
[Gary] had a great mind for criminal law, but, to hear him tell it, he kind of stumbled into it, finding himself flying solo in the courtroom one day while articling. He excelled at reason, rhetoric, and oratory—despite the anxiety it engendered—and he could connect with clients, witnesses, and juries alike. He had a fighting spirit that was admired in the courtroom, though perhaps less so by the nurses and medical staff of the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital who cared for him over the last nine months as he made the rounds through the units, from 4SW to 3SW to 4E to 3E. (You have our deepest, sincerest thanks for the compassion you showed him.)
Rick was a hard-working, loyal, genuine, and honest man. He gave of himself and expected nothing in return. This was reflected in his work as a lawyer and involvement in his community of Oromocto. Rick served many community organizations, including being a founding member of the Oromocto Public Hospital Foundation and the Ruffed Grouse Society, a charter member of the Oromocto Rotary Club, Director and Chair of the Town’s Planning Advisory Committee, Jobstart, and the Oromocto Community Residences, Director for the Oromocto Helpline, and Legal Council for the Oromocto Legion Branch building reconstruction. He also served in the Office of the Judge Advocate General (reservist) for 16 years, retiring as the Atlantic Commanding Officer for reserve deputy judge advocates (Lieutenant-Colonel).
Born in Ottawa, Ontario, on October 7, 1955, [Rosemary] was the daughter of the late Dr. Barry and Marion (Steele) Losier. Rosemary was a Lawyer for many years. She earned her law degree from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in 1980 and opened her own practice in her hometown of Chatham. She lived her life with kindness, curiosity and joy. She was passionate about helping the community and advocating for mental health issues. She was involved with Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Caring Friends, and other local organizations. 
The death occurred peacefully at her late residence on Monday, January 13, 2025, of The Honourable Terri A. MacPherson, retired Justice of the Supreme Court of Prince Edward Island, age 58 years. Daughter of the late Wayne and Irene MacPherson. Beloved sister of Angela (Dean) Smith and Darren (Christine) MacPherson. Proud aunt and second mother of Alexander, Rebecca (Andrew), Charlotte (Seth), and Cameron. Fondly remembered by her step-mother, Evie MacPherson, special aunts and uncles, Dawn (Clarence) Wigmore and Bev (Michael) Holman, and a vast circle of friends and family by her choice.
[Edward Joseph ‘Jody’ McNeill] completed his Degree in Law in 1996 and was admitted to the Bar in New Brunswick that same year. He first practiced at the Law Firm of Stewart McKelvey in Fredericton before returning home and being admitted to the Bar in Nova Scotia in 1998. He practiced with Mac Mac and Mac, Daley and DeMont and opened a private practice prior to joining the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service in 2006 as a Crown Attorney. Jody was a talented and well-respected prosecutor, rising to the level of Senior Crown Attorney and achieving 25 years of service with the Barristers Association of NS and more than a decade of service as a member of the Board of the Nova Scotia Crown Attorneys Association (NSCAA) prior to his illness leading to the early end of his career in the fall of 2022.
In addition to the above alumni, the Faculty of Law also lost a talented and dedicated former librarian, Jeanne Marie McGrath.
Jeanne was blessed to have cultivated deep, family-like friendships with multiple generations of people she encountered. She was a proud and caring mother, and grandmother, and enjoyed a career as a librarian, first at Park Street School, in Nashwaaksis, and then for many years at the Law Library at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton.
