Reverend Julius Thomas Jamison

The Retired Reverend Julius Thomas Jamison entered into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Kindred Hospital in Havertown, PA. Seventy-Nine year prior, he was born in Pickens County, SC, to the late JT "Tom" and Georgia Jamison (Reese) on June 1, 1944.
Affectionally known as Thomas to his relatives down south and "JJ" or "Rev" up north, Julius spent his childhood and early life in and around Liberty, SC, where he loved the joy that life there provided. After attending Clear View High School in Easley, SC, Julius enlisted in the Army and from 1966-1968, and proudly served the United States during the Vietnam War. His respect for the military and those who serve stayed with him his entire life. He was a regular financial contributor to Veteran's causes. It was during this time, while stationed in Pennsylvania, that he met and eventually married Frances Marie Chavous of Norristown, PA. The couple welcomed into the world one daughter, Beverly Louise, upon whom both showered attention, affection, and religious upbringing.
Never one to shy away from hard work, Julius secured employment at Lee Tires and Alan Wood Steel in Conshohocken, PA, and later with Romano Bus Company where he was a well-regarded and highly-liked associate. It was during those early years in Pennsylvania that Julius heard God's call to the ministry. Having been raised Baptist, he adopted his wife's Methodist tradition, and the family became devout members of the historic Ebenezer A.U.F.C.M.P. Church in Norristown, PA. During his time at Ebenezer, Julius served in various capacities. After years of religious study, Reverend Jamison obtained his theological certifications and became an ordained minister.
Serving the Lord as a Preacher, Pastor, and Minister was Reverend Jamison's true vocation. In this capacity he tended and grew the congregation of the historic Hosanna AUMP Church in Lincoln University, PA; Mt. Salem AUMP Church in Pilesgrove, NJ; and Scott's AUMP Church in Camden, NJ. Reverend Jamison also served as a presiding elder in the AUMP conference. Known for his strong presence and oratorical style, Rev. Jamison's services were powerful and commanding. Due to his concern and commitment to his flock, his members were dedicated and faithful. Having established a faithful following on Facebook where he shared lessons on scripture with people around the world, he did his best to do the Lord's work up until the end.
Through the years, when not actively spreading the word of God, Reverend Jamison found great pleasure in cooking (his banana pudding was the best!), fishing, exercising his brain by solving puzzles, drawing, keeping up with world events, and watching westerns on TV. Music was also an important part of his life. He had an extensive collection of blues and gospel records that he treasured. He loved to laugh and encouraged others to do the same.
Although he made Pennsylvania his home, he was never far from his Jamison relatives. He would jump in his car and travel to South Carolina at a moment's notice. His siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews – no matter how far geographically - were always in his heart.
In addition to his parents, Reverend Jamison was preceded in death by his brothers, Paul S. Crane of Pickens County, SC, and Dallas Jamison (Helga) of Ludwigshafen, Germany; and his sister Charles Virginia Jamison of Liberty, SC.
Reverend Jamison leaves to cherish precious memories his former spouse Frances M. Jamison (ne: Chavous); daughter, Beverly LJ Hartman (ne: Jamison); sister, Charlesie L. Benson (Paul); grandchildren Claudia C. Hartman and Harrison S. Hartman; aunt, Ruby Lomax; special cousin, Mertys Jamison, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to Reverend Jamison's Life Celebration on Saturday February 24, 2024 from 1 pm to 2 pm with his Memorial Service to immediately follow at Boyd Horrox Givnish Life Celebration Home of East Norriton, 200 West Germantown Pike.
Interment will be at a later date at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.