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Jim Fleeting: key obituary facts

Is Jim Fleeting dead? Yes. Jim Fleeting died on March 15, 2026, at age 70.

Cause of death: Jim Fleeting's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.

What was Jim Fleeting known for?

Jim Fleeting was a Scottish football player (Ayr United.

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Born: April 8, 1955.

James Taylor Fleeting, a Scottish football player and manager, died on March 15, 2026.

A centre half, he began his professional career with Norwich City, making one appearance before joining Ayr United, where he stayed for six years. He later played for Clyde and Greenock Morton, where he was assistant manager to Willie McLean, before returning to Clyde.

Fleeting was appointed manager of Stirling Albion in the summer of 1988 and managed Kilmarnock from 1989 to 1992. In 1998, he served as coach of the women’s national team before the appointment of Vera Pauw.

James Taylor Fleeting (8 April 1955 – 15 March 2026) was a Scottish football player and manager.

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