05/29/2026Remembering Justice R. Fred Lewis '69Justice LewisJustice LewisJustice Lewis’ legacy as a jurist and citizen is vast. He served on the Supreme Court of Florida for two decades, including as Chief Justice from 2006 to 2008. He possessed a powerful intellect along with the ability to convey complex intricacies in digestible kernels of wisdom, which led him to found Justice Teaching, an organization engaging nearly 4,000 lawyers and judges to enhance civic and law-related education in Florida’s schools at every grade level. A message from President Jeremy P. Martin, Ph.D., Florida lost one of its greatest citizens, and the College one of our own, in the passing this week of Justice R. Fred Lewis ’69. On behalf of the College, we extend our deepest sympathies to his wife, Mrs. Judy Lewis ’69, and the entire Lewis...