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JOHN JAMISON Obituary
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for JOHN JAMISON
Moises Acevedo
July 22, 2021
People transcend by their works and by their legacy through time. Today I want to dedicate these words of gratitude to the memory of John Jamison as I am a recipient of a study grant for one of my children. It has been almost three years since we received it because it helped my oldest son to pursue higher studies at the university. I am very grateful to John and his wife and his children for making this foundation possible.
Birol Cor
October 16, 2012
While I only knew John professionally and for a short period of time, we quickly developed a friendship. So much so that when he became ill he came to tell me. I was touched that he thought enough of me to confide in me. I have had many great conversation with John about our kids and family. I know for fact that he loved his family dearly. I will always remember John in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless John , his loving family and all that were able to have met John and have be touched by the wonderful person that he is.
Judi Roberts
September 8, 2012
Thank you very much for the Celebration of Johns life last night. It was wonderful to hear family and friends talk about John with shared stories, laughter and of course shared tears of his loss.
There was a sense of peace and acceptance. However it is clear he will always be remembered as one of the greatest men! Thank you for having this special event. I was honored to attend.
Carolyn Quinn Borkowski
September 7, 2012
As I write this note, I am reminded of the first time that I met John as we began our MBA studies as Lake Forest Graduate School of Management. It was obvious then that he was a smart, open, and caring person that would lead the way to a successful school career. John was always there to support the class and his creative ideas were amazing. John was simply a great person and he will be missed. My sincere sympathies go out to John's family as you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that John always had a positive impact and was a wonderful person.
Dianne Tarraran
September 6, 2012
How lucky I am to have known John Jamison. He was the kind of leader that employees hope for. John always led by example. He was focused on the task at hand, fair in his judgment, measured in his tone, constructive with his feedback and compassionate to every member of his team. John loved to celebrate a job well done! He always took the time to recognize his employees for their hard work and thank them for their contribution. I consider him a King among men who will be sorely missed and always remembered.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings.
Sharon Brager
September 6, 2012
John was a true gentleman and a consummate professional. We at Iron Mountain will miss him greatly.
Gail (Richards) Fox
September 5, 2012
Always a smile on his face and kind word on his lips. Always. You are deeply loved and missed. Deepest sympathy to those who loved you most your family.
Kyle and Alice Johnson
September 4, 2012
John not only made the world a happier place for all that knew him -- he made it a cooler place. Our deepest sympathy to Carla, Jack, Molly, and all John's family and friends. We miss him very much.
Richard Wolf
September 4, 2012
John was a wonderful business partner but a better man. We shared stories about our children over the past several years, and how much we enjoyed being fathers.
On what he believed would be his last trip to New York a couple years ago, John looked me up and asked me to join him for lunch. Rather than think of himself, John insisted on brain storming ways he could help me generate more work during a difficult economic year. I was deeply touched by John and our friendship, and now saddened to learn of his departure.
Good bless you, John. Rest in peace my friend.
David Hawkins
September 4, 2012
John was a truly great Soul and a shining light for all that knew him. He will be sorely missed, but will live on in all of us.
Eric Hardaway
September 4, 2012
John is a fellow graduate of the LFGSM MBA program. This was a two year educational experience that provided many years of professional friendships. John was the torch barer who lit the flame, ensuring that common light from those days we all spent learning together would forever shine with memories of our accomplishment. He will be missed.
Nor Randall
September 3, 2012
I have very fond memories of John. I am thinking & praying of your whole family. I know he was a great brother, a great husband & a wonderful son. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you for your loss. He will always be with you in your hearts forever.
Jaime Long-Bruno
September 2, 2012
The world has lost a wonderful man. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jamison family.
The Staff of Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan
September 2, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Brian Larson
August 30, 2012
Like so many others, I feel blessed to have known and worked with John over the years. He was a mentor to me in many ways, but mostly in how he demonstrated the natural ability to combine strong leadership with genuine caring for people. He kept his priorities right where his feet were, always paying close attention to whatever was right in front of him...a great characteristic that I try to remind myself of all the time.
We talked music all the time too, and he was so cool about wanting to know what I was listening to lately. Then he would burn a bunch of CDs for me of artists that he thought I might like. I'm sure he was like that with a lot of people...that's the way John was, connecting with people and being generous in any way he could.
Jamison family -- you are in my thoughts and prayers. And I hope you can take some comfort in knowing that your John Jamison was a great man that left his mark on this world, as a friend to so many.
Alan Wheelock
August 30, 2012
There are times in life when you meet people who stand out from all the rest, people that you can sense immediately have something special about them. John Jamison was such a person, and now we and his family have lost him. It's trite to say that the world will be a lesser place without certain people in it, but in John's case, it's not trite - it's reality. This world, and this company, are diminished with his passing.
Distilled in John was the essence of those increasing rarities – character and integrity. John held himself to a very high standard. He was the consummate professional, and he provided strong leadership to Iron Mountain's Chicago businesses for many years, as well as leading groups in Consulting and our Entertainment division. John loved his family and they were his highest priority. I had the good fortune to have dinner with the Jamisons at their house last winter, and it was a pleasure to watch John interact with his wife Carla, his son Jack and his daughter Molly. There is a close bond between all of them and the affection in that warm household was palpable.
You cannot think about John Jamison without thinking about his wonderful sense of humor and that part of his personality that was a bit impish and full of fun. While John was always the serious businessman, he never took himself or our daily responsibilities too seriously – he was always ready to inject a little fun into things. John was also a very creative person, with a passion for music and the arts. Long before Iron Mountain defined and published leadership characteristics – things such as thinking and acting strategically, developing talent, building relationships, communicating effectively, taking proper care of the customer – John embodied those strengths in his work and his contributions to our business. He was kind, compassionate, and supportive of employees. He possessed an incisive business mind, capable of performing sophisticated analysis, building effective strategies, and managing customer relationships skillfully and successfully. Iron Mountain was lucky to have John Jamison in all of the roles in which he served.
John, we are all going to miss you. Our hearts go out to your family and we share their grief – but we also share their pride in the enduring legacy that you leave behind.
Dick Bochenek
August 30, 2012
I had the privilege of working with John for the past 5 years. He was a true professional,a gentleman and a leader. Over the last several years he showed me a side of bravery and love for his family that was truly inspirational with his fight and courage. Carla, Jack and Molly you will be in mine and Rose's prayers stay as brave and courageous as you Dad.
Fondly
Dick and Rose Bochenek
Andi Bollefer
August 28, 2012
John was a true inspirational leader. He was funny and kind and always willing to have a conversation about whatever was on your mind. I was lucky to have known John and learned from him over the years. My heart goes out to John's family.
Wendy Shade
August 28, 2012
I've know John for many years but it was only in the past 18 months that I've had the opportunity to work closely with him and experience his many dimensions of talent both as a business man as well as a mentor and coach. He was one of the bravest people I've ever had the pleasure to know and I'm confident that he's instilled that same spirit in his family that will help prepare them for whatever the future brings. Carla, Jack and Molly please know that you are in our thoughts and our hearts.
Mimi Torres-Reyes
August 28, 2012
My memories of John go back to the early 90s. A new Sales Rep. at RMS eager to lay his footprint in the industry. He made many friendships along the way because of the funny, genuine person he was. Then later, as the years passed, he gained repute and became the knowledgeable professional that we all grew to highly respect and want to emulate. As a professional, he shared his expertize with all his colleagues, he worked hard consistently and he remained a student of life. John never stopped learning. He never sat back and became complacent. He led by example and he mentored many along the way--myself included. Twenty plus years later, John remained the same person--genuine. Even through his own adversities.
It is very hard to say goodbye and we don't want to. John touched so many people's lives, so positively, that it is hard to let go. He leaves an amazing legacy behind in those that worked with him and for him but, mostly in what he would consider his greatest acheivement, his family. Carla, Molly, Jack, please take with you my deepest condolences and my sincerest admiration and respect for John. Through his strength, John left the world a better place than when he found it and for that we always be grateful.
John, we will miss you - but we will always remember...
Darlene Lovejoy
August 28, 2012
I feel truly blessed to have known John. I worked as his Assistant at Pierce Leahy/Iron Mountain many years ago.
He was one of a kind. Smart, generous, thoughtful, kind, humble and funny. He taught me a lot. I had the most respect for him because no matter who you were he treated everyone the same with respect. He always thought out of the box which kept you on your toes. He touched many lives.
Carla, Jack and Molly I am truly sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of need.
Rita Bruhn
August 28, 2012
I will always treasure the 5+ years I worked for John. He was such a great boss and was so full of enthusiasm for his work. You always knew John was always there for you and always, always had your back! I remember passing by his office as I was leaving in the evening and I would hear him listening to his eclectic music as he worked after hours. John had such a great sense of humor and his laughter was infectious. He had such a wonderful leadership style and was the consummate business professional.
The world has lost a great man and a wonderful friend but his legacy will live on in all of our hearts.
My prayers go out to John and his family. May God bless and keep his soul.
Glenn Gercken
August 28, 2012
8/28/2012
I had the pleasure of working with John Jamison at Records Management
Services or (RMS), and then Iron Mountain. He was a great man and a pleasure to work for. My thoughts and prayers go out to John and his family
Dale Lawing
August 27, 2012
I will always be grateful to have been friends with John for so many years. He was always available to help and lend advice both personally and professionally. Our conversations always ended with laughter when we would tell stories from the Pierce years. He was a great man who loved his family and had a great zest for life. My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family and friends.
Claire Duncan
August 27, 2012
My most sincere and deepest sympathies to the entire Jamison family, and especially Carla, Jack and Molly.. John was exceptionally proud of you all. And to Heather and her Mom .. who he also loved dearly. My heart goes out to you all and I hope you will find comfort in knowing that he left an amazing legacy by teaching us all how to live. There are just no words to describe the loss of one of the finest people that I have ever known.. what a gift he was to this world..
JoAnne Tayazime
August 27, 2012
As I reflect over my life, I can recall the profound impact that other people have had in molding me into the business leader I am today. In particular, I remember meeting a man seating in a small office cubicle 13 years ago who would forever change me. John was not only my manager but my mentor. He taught me patience and positivity. He helped me to understand how to stay focused on success while navigating the challenges of corporate America. Thank you, John, for being a great role model.
Carla, Jack and Molly ~ Thank you for sharing John with us. May his happy memories give each one of you comfort in this time of sadness. God Bless.
Jack Sevdagian
August 27, 2012
John was always a gentleman in mixed company, but once you got to really know him you started to see the other side to him. Full of humor, grace, and above all a sense to put all events into perspective. He always had a remarkable ability to remain in good spirits. It was my pleasure to have known him, and I am immeasurably better for it.
There is a famous Shakespeare quote from Hamlet that I always found comforting:
"For in that sleep of death, what dreams may come."
Sweet dreams to you John.
Anne Clark
August 27, 2012
John was a great mentor to me at Iron Mountain. From the moment we met during my interview process in March of 2004, I knew he was a great leader. I also knew John was someone that I wanted to learn from and work for. John was instrumental to my career during my tenure at the company. He was always open to assist and extremely accessible. John was an individual that I always looked up to.
On a personal note, he was a good friend and supporter. He also had a fantastic sense of humor that I SO enjoyed.
I am so saddened to hear of his passing. He certainly will be missed and remembered fondly.
My thoughts and prayers are with you John and your family.
Richard Wilder
August 27, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with John since he came to Iron Mountain through the Pierce acquisition in 2000. In getting to know John, there were so many facets to him and an overall sense of depth in many areas. While always projecting a professional appearance, there was definitely the “other” John that I got to know over the years. Family (always first), music (the more obscure the better), art (who knew John could paint), literature and an underlying layer of a great sense of humor mixed with sardonic inquisitiveness. John faced his challenge with courage, dignity and the goal to make the best of it. Which he did, for everyone. My prayers go out to John and his family.
Maureen Wronski
August 27, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Jamison Family. John will be greatly missed by the people who worked with and for him. I will miss his sense of humor and his compassion for others. May God bless you and your family.
Mark McGill
August 27, 2012
John was an inspiration to me when I interview with Iron Mountain ten years ago. After interviewing with John, I walked out of his office and knew, Iron Mountain was the company for me because I wanted to work with this passionate, gracious and articulate leader. Over the years my respect for John continued to grow as I got to know him more on both a professional and personal basis. John always asked about my family and was very engaging before he would talk business. He really knew how to put everything in perspective. My prayers are with you Carla, Jack and Molly. For everyone that John touched, the memory becomes a treasure.
Ken Wacker
August 27, 2012
I met and knew John through Iron Mountain. John was a first class professional and a devoted family man. I had the pleasure of seeing John in Boston back in late June and spending some time catching-up - for which I am truly grateful.
Many thoughts and prayers for John and his family. God bless.
Lynne Washington
August 27, 2012
Carla, Jack and Molly-thank you for sharing John with Iron Mountain. He brought such a pratical caring approach to his work and interactions. My heart is broken for you and I can only hope that you find solitude in the end of any pain or suffering he was experiencing. So many of us loved John and working with him, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him!
Martin McLaughlin
August 27, 2012
It has been too many years since I have had the pleasure of seeing John and enjoying his company. I am saddened to hear of his passing. He had a unique spirit and quality character that made him stand apart from others around him during his college days at Wesleyan. He will be missed but remembered fondly. Condolences to the Jamison family.
Jim Dodson
August 27, 2012
I only had the opportunity to spend time with John a few times over the years. Each time I could see why he was so well respected and liked. It was obvious he was a great person and a great leader. He was always so even headed and happy and I'm sure that is because he had a great family at home. None of us can imagine how hard this is for his family and friends but we are thinking about them and praying for them. Sincerely, Jim Dodson
Jeff Anthony
August 27, 2012
Iron Mountain is a better company and I am a better person for having known John. God bless him and God bless his family.
David Durbin
August 27, 2012
John was one of my early mentors at Iron Mountain. His calm demeanor and wicked sense of humor, always well timed I might add, made him so approachable. John was one of the most accessible people I ever met. I never felt like he had anything better to do when we were on the phone or working together. John was always in the moment.
Thanks for helping a friend making it through an afternoon in the ER in Scottsdale, AZ JJ. I'm thankful to have called you friend.
To Carla and Jack and Molly: I hope all of the notes coming in about your Dad help you better see what a great impression he has made on so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Powers
August 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sara Marrero
August 27, 2012
I was so priviledged to have known John for many years and consider him not just a colleague, but a friend. I enjoyed his sense of humor, and his ability to talk about a number of topics beyond just work - music, art, movies, books, politics etc. I can't count how many people routinely reached out to John for advice and counsel - as he was a natural leader and a very thoughtful, empathetic person. I miss him already.
My condolences to the entire Jamison family.
Mike Barry
August 27, 2012
I first met John several years ago when he was in Boston for Iron Mountain. We shared an interest in Irish music and got to be good friends. John's unmatched courage, how he discussed his situation when we last met, will stay with me and serve as an inspiration for the rest of my life. My deepest and sincere sympathies to the Jameson family.
Steve Nottingham
August 26, 2012
John was one of the most inspirational individuals that I have ever met. He had the ability to light up the room and make everyones day a little bit better. He really enjoyed the little things in life, family, friends, and helping others. He never gave up and we can all learn from his legacy.
I can only imagine how hard it is on the family especially Carla, Jack, and Molly. I hope you are able to think about all the great memories to help you good through those tough days.
John Fell
August 26, 2012
A true gentleman(when he wasn't making me and so many laugh) and family man who was so proud of Jack and Molly. Have known John for the past 13 years and always respected his thoughtful and level headed approach to dealing with difficult situations. Each time I saw John in the office the past couple years it was evident that he was not always feeling very well due to his treatment but never complained and always found some way to get a laugh out of me. Although John is no longer with us on earth, you will always have the wonderful memories to make you smile.
Carla, Jack and Molly ~ May the great memories that you shared together give comfort during this dificult time.
Mr. & Mrs. Daryl Hendricks
August 25, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the Jamison family. He was an inspiration to all of us. God bless you.
Judi Roberts
August 25, 2012
My deepest Sympathies to the Jamison family. May God bless his soul and give you all peace in this difficult time.
I have known John for 13 years at Iron Mountain, I feel honored to have been a part of his team. He was loved and respected by all. John you will be missed. Our fond memories of you will bring us comfort.
John McLeod
August 25, 2012
Deepest sympathies to the Jamison Family. John was a great friend in my 10 years of working with him at Iron Mountain in Addison. He was inspirational, fun, and full of life. May god bless your family during this difficult time.
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