James William "Jim" Jamerson

James William "Jim" Jamerson obituary

James William "Jim" Jamerson

DIED

2026

James Jamerson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 20, 2026.
Jim was born to Robert (Bob) and Diane Jamerson in Lakewood, WA., the second child of what would become 5 children. Jim and his dad shared a special bond of hunting and enjoying the outdoors together, up until Bob passed away. Jim was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. He taught many young people the ropes of hunting and camping. He was a very hard worker as well. He was a skilled mechanic and was known as being the only FFA "American Farmer" from Sumner High School. An achievement he earned for his Ag. Mechanic skills. He married the love of his life, Elaine (Leslie) Jamerson in 1989. Jim and Elaine had numerous adventures together and both loved camping and being in the mountains. Elaine's two children, Zac and Delaney, were a package deal with the marriage and Jim enjoyed being a dad to teenagers. Always helping the kids with their motorcycles, jeeps and cars on Friday nights and teaching the kids how to drive, hunt, shoot and work on vehicles.

Jim is survived by his wife Elaine, children, Zac (Dolly) Haddow and Delaney (Erik) Hornby, 3 granddaughters Miranda, Maria and Rian. He was also the proud great grandad of Quincy, Kendry, Teddy and Clara. Also survived by his brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews and his life long friends.
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