John Franklin Jameson II

John was a special Smithsonian employees. He was the good heart beating Assistant Secretary and helped trust employees with resumes to help get another job when SI had money issues. How many top brass, today, would have done so. John was one of kind and he is irreplaceable. RIP John.

John is deeply missed. He was a true gentleman and beautiful human.

John was really a class act - always willing to lend a hand. When I joined the Smithsonian, even though he had retired, he graciously bought me lunch, welcomed me & patiently answered all my questions. It was really a privilege to have known him.

John was an extraordinarily wonderful Smithsonian colleague. In the hurly-burly and often nastiness of Washington, John was ever the gentleman in a world that increasingly devalued that kind of persona. What a privilege to have known him and worked with him!

Lots of love and light to all the family. He is watching over you. Blessings, He was a wonderful man, beautiful spirit and we will sorely miss him, I can see his sweet smile. Hugs Ros and Paula

John was supportive of all his Smithsonian work colleagues and exceptionally supportive of the Smithsonian Libraries during my term is Director. When we started our fund-raising program, John was the first in the door with a contribution. May he rest in peace.

A life magnificently and humbly lived.

We miss John so very much and feel honored to have shared in his life. What a beautiful and kind human being that we will always treasure.

John was a class act. His devotion to Smithsonian staff is well documented. He will be missed and many will honor his memory. RIP John, RIP.