Obituaries

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of John Edward Jamieson (Jamie) on Saturday March 28th, 2026 in Halifax Nova Scotia. John was born in Halifax to James Joseph Jamieson and Edith Ellen Jamieson (Krafve). He was the 6th of 8 children. He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers (Frank and Donald) and sister Edith (Quait). Surviving siblings Blanche (Wilson), Jim, Patrick (Margaret), and Tommy (Lynne).

He enjoyed a 38-year career in the federal government, seven as a Master Corporal signalman in the Canadian Navy and 31 as a marine traffic regulator with the Canadian Coast Guard, retiring in 2007.

He was married to his soulmate, Sara Lynne Fowler for the last 25 years. He was blessed to have had three children, Michael (Nicole), Richard, and Rebecca (Jeremy). The joy of his later years were his four grandchildren Maya, Lucas, Anna, and Jaina.

Jamie was a kind and generous man who liked to make others laugh. His wit and humour made it fun to be around him He made friends wherever he went. He was an engaging person, the type of person you could talk to for hours and would still want one more story or tall tale. He enjoyed helping others when he could. He was a great story teller, funny, and a super cook. He made a difference in many of our lives.

He was an avid Blue Jays fan. There was nothing better than an afternoon baseball game to experience joy or utter frustration. He loved hiking and being in nature especially near the ocean on a sunny day.

John hopes that he made some people laugh during his life journey. A final message to his family and friends, “I had a wonderful life”.

John leaves behind a family who will cherish his memory deeply. As we bid farewell, we want to thank you Jamie/Johnny from all of us who loved you so deeply. We will carry your love with us forever.

Thank you to the NS cancer center for the kindness and support during his final journey.

Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will take place to celebrate his life.

Love doesn’t die,

People do.

So, when all that’s left of me

Is love,

Give me away.