William (Bill) Jamieson
December 17, 2012
Jamieson, Dr. William (Bill) – Born and raised in Cobourg, Ontario in 1931. Passed away December 17th 2012, at home in London, Ontario. Bill married high school sweetheart Marion and embarked on a successful minor league baseball career before earning a BSc at Eastern Michigan University. With family under way Bill completed medical school at UWO and went on to a successful 30 year career as a general and vascular surgeon at the South Street campus of Victoria Hospital. He was proud to have started the Vascular program at Vic and enjoyed helping young doctors develop their skills. Forever the sportsman, Bill enjoyed his time with golf buddies at the club, on the end of a fishing rod on Georgian Bay, or at the bridge table. Bill became a successful painter in retirement and continued to tend to his wonderful gardens. Bill was a devoted and loving husband to Marion for 63 years and was extremely proud of his large and loving family including daughters Lori Robson (Kerry), Mary Hancox (Dave) and Sue Forbes (Jim) and sons John, deceased 2011 (Carol), Bill (Tina) and Andrew (Diane). Bill dearly loved his many grandkids; Brad, Anne (Colin), Kristi, Brent, Sarah, Jack, Pete, Mike, Katherine (Tobin), Jamie, Trevor, Erin, Nicole, Mark, and great granddaughter Harper. Bill is fondly remembered by brother-in-law Douglas Kellough (Ruth) and by several nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, on Friday from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate Bill’s life will be conducted at METROPOLITAN UNITED CHURCH, 468 Wellington Street, London, on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Those wishing to make a donation in lieu of flowers are welcome to donate to the Research Chair in Vascular Surgery at Western University, care of Foundation Western, or to the charity of your choice.
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Dear Bill and Tina, The loss of your father is very difficult and we extend our sympathies to you, Sarah and Jack and all your family during this difficult time. He was a special and talented man. You have many wonderful memories to remember him by. Much love, Paula and John de Roos and Paul, Eric and Adam
Dear Marion and Family, We were deeply sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Of course, when we received the news, our thoughts returned to the time when you and Bill were so generous with your love and support for our mother and father. Bill was a remarkable man whose spirit was infectious. We can only imagine how many lives he touched as a physician, friend and family man. We will be making a donation to our local hospital in Bill's name. John (and Adriana) Hayden
To Marion Jamieson and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Bill's death when Doug told us in Toronto. Bill was always a friend to Helene and me and we will always remember his big smile when greeting us. So sorry, Helene and Jack Sales
Dr. Jamieson was a great influence to me as a young man. Bill Jr and I went to Central together and through him I met this well respected gentleman, who adored his ffamily, medicine, sport and life. A good man. May God Bless him and family.
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
Dear Marion and family, Don and I wish to convey our heartfelt condolences. Bill was fondly remembered by the Hayden family, most especially by us for the care and support he and you provided to our mother during Dad's illness. Fond and happy memories of the Hayden house on George Street and and the family celebrations there have engaged our thoughts in the past few days. We will be making a donation to Northumberland Hills Hospital here in Cobourg in Bill's name. Our love to all of you. Fondly, Dodie (and Don)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
(Donated to Project Umbrella Burma)
(Donated to Research Chair in Vascular Surgery)
Dear Marion and Family: Our deepest sympathy on your devastating loss. We remember Bill fondly as such a kind, friendly and caring man...always smiling with a twinkle in his eye. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Sincerely, Liz and Garry Neilson.
My condolences to all the Jamieson family on your loss. 'Big' Bill accomplished so much and touched many people directly and indirectly through his work, his painting, his family and his sense of humour. He's left a wonderful legacy that I hope will provide you all with some great memories that will help comfort you.
Dear Marion and Family, the Sweeney family were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. As one of my boys said, Bill and John have probably played a round of golf already. You have wonderful memories to sustain you.
Dear Marion and Family, Gloria and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of our beloved one. Our, as with you, the Class of '60 U.W.O. Med school mourn the loss of our most respected Friend, Leader and Classmate. Our prayers are with you.
Dear Marion, Our family extend to you and your family our deepest heartfelt sympathy and thoughts.
My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you and your family , having lost Shirley just 3 weeks ago , I know how you are feeling. I have many fond memories of Bill . love Ray
Heartfelt condolences to the Jamieson family on their loss of a remarkable man. We trust that the wonderful memories, as well as the love of family and friends, will be of comfort during this difficult time.
Dear Marion, Jo-Anne and I wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Bill's accomplishments were many with your steadfast support.
Dear Marion and Family, We are thinking of all of you at this sad time. Bill was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend, leader, classmate! He will be missed. We treasure the beautiful watercolor he so generously gave us at one of the special reunion brunches you hosted for Meds 60. He was a scholar an artist and a gentleman. Very sincerely, Elwood and Dale Dunn.
I never really new Dr. Jamison, but as a young boy, I used go to Elgin games and sit near the bullpen where the pitchers,would warm up. Mr. Jamison, or Bill, as we would call him at that time, always took the time to speak with us. One memory that has stayed with me over the years, was the day he played catch with me. It may not sound like such a big deal, but believe me, to a young boy it was. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Daer Marion and family, Sue and I send our deepest sympathyat your loss. Bill had a profound positive effect on my surgical career even though I became an orthopaedic surgeon. He was an accomplished and proficient surgeon, an outstanding teacher but an even better and down to earth individual whom I respected so much. When the times were intense in the operating room, Bill always had a funny story or joke to defuse the tension. He will be sorely missed by so many of his former residents and colleagues. Please kknow that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Baxter and Sue Willis Ottawa
We send you our sincere sympathy and condolences at this sad time.,from Calgary.We have happy memories of Bill
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Jamieson and family. Dr.Jamieson was a great teacher and inspiration to all nurses. Vascular Nurses
Our deepest sympathies go to the Jamieson family. While I never met "Big Bill", I know through "little Bill" how great a person he was. The strong values I see in Bill indicate to me just how amazing his dad was (including frequent discussions of father and son fishing trips). Big Bill has left an incredible legacy - one the entire family can certainly be proud of. Sincerely, Kent & Kristi
My thoughts are with you Marion and all the extended Jamieson family. My sadness and tears come with the memories of Bill over the years - his great laugh, his jokes at family gatherings, his tending his gardens, his perseverence, and his love for his family. He was a man of integrity. Sending love and sympathy to you from B.C. Diane
Our hearts go out to all the Jamieson Family. Bill Senior will be remembered with great fondness. His amazing abilities and sense of humour have earned great respect from all of us, as have Bill's wonderful family, who reflect much of the same spirit.
Marion and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sad at the passing of Bill. We will miss his wave and the gentle smile he always flashed.
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