John Shearer Fletcher

John Shearer Fletcher (22 December 1888 – 15 February 1934) was a New Zealand member of the House of Representatives for in Auckland. Born in Scotland, he came to New Zealand in 1916 to join his brothers in their construction business, out of which grew Fletcher Construction.

Early life Fletcher was born at Kirkintilloch, Scotland, the son of a builder, John Shearer Fletcher, and his wife, Janet Montgomery. He received his entire education through scholarships. He was one of thirteen children.

By age 24, Fletcher was headmaster under the Kirkintilloch school board for technical and commercial classes. He then moved to Glasgow

Professional career in New Zealand In 1916, Fletcher migrated to Dunedin, New Zealand, to join his brothers in their construction business. The company had been founded in 1909 after his brother James had come to Dunedin in the previous year. Of poor health, he retired from business during the 1920s and moved to Auckland. Fletcher became an Independent during 1930. In the , he was defeated by John A. Lee of the Labour Party.

Private life and death Fletcher married Alice Emily Murphy in 1919. In Auckland, Fletcher participated in public life, He was interested in politics and economics, and involved in association football, cricket, and lawn bowls. He died on 15 February 1934 and is buried at Hillsborough Cemetery in Auckland. His wife died on 28 June 1976.