James Jameson Obituary

Jim was born in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania to James John Jameson and Walburg Theresa McKane Jameson on June 5, 1935. The family moved with his sisters Beverly and Pat to California in 1945. He graduated in 1953 from Monrovia-Arcadia-Duarte High School. After high school he attended the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York and graduated in 1957. After graduation he served in the US Army in various locations throughout the world, including a tour in Vietnam. He retired as a Lt. Col. in 1978, after which he and his wife, Barbara owned their own tax consulting business until 2010.

Jim is survived by his wife Barbara Prior Jameson of Monument, Colorado; son, David Jameson and wife Misty and their two children David and Matthew, of Hill Air Force Base, Utah. He is also survived by his daughter Laura Bakke and her husband Eric and their two children Mark and Meredith of McKinney, Texas. Jim was preceded in death and his parents and sisters, by his oldest son James J. Jameson III. Other surviving are Yoko Shimatsuka and her husband Ken Landon of Brooklyn, NY and Dan and Tina Prior of Montrose, Colorado and their daughter Autumn.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 7 at 2 p.m. at New Life Church in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Donations may be made to Mother's Against Drunk Driving or the National Mill Dogs Rescue in Colorado Springs.

Published by The Gazette on Jun. 6, 2014.
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Speaking as a former classmate at MAD and fellow military officer we all appreciate Jim's friendship to us and service to his country. Rest in peace.

David George

June 6, 2014

I'll never forget the financial advice Jim gave us when Lyle and I started our business, The Paint Spot. We are so sorry for your loss, Barbara. Jim was one of the best.

Karen & Lyle

June 6, 2014

Our family has had the pleasure of knowing the Jameson family for over 35 years. An outstanding person! We are so very sorry to hear of Mr. Jameson's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless

Chris Higman

June 6, 2014

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