born: 
died:  6 September 1572
Governor of Dumbarton Castle in 1565
He was with Queen Mary Stuart in her flight from the Battle of Langside near Glasgow, 13 May 1568, and aided her escape to England.  His lands were forfeited by Parliament 18 November 1569

Father: Sir Malcolm Fleming, 3rd Lord Fleming
Mother:  Lady Janet Stuart

Spouse: Elizabeth Ross

Children:
1. John Fleming, 6th Lord Fleming