Jamelin Day Mcklemurry

Jamelin Day Pierce McKlemurry, Brandon, Mississippi, was born November 22, 1949, in Greenwood, Mississippi , and died August 10, 2020, in Brandon, Mississippi.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Elinor Nason Pierce, and her father, James Millard Pierce.  She is survived by two sisters, Charlene Robb Pierce and Catherine Pierce Nicholas and a much beloved nephew, Robbie Pierce Nicholas.

Jamie graduated with honors from Greenwood High School in 1967 and from Millsaps College in 1970 with a degree in elementary education.  While at Millsaps, she was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority in which she held many offices and participated in many sports and extracurricular activities.  She then attended Delta State University where she earned her Master’s Degree in Special Education.  Always believing that if a little is good, a lot is better, she continued her studies at the University of Mississippi, Mississippi College, and Jackson State University, receiving several master level certifications.

She began her career teaching special education in Greenwood.  Jamie continued teaching throughout Mississippi and Florida before ending her career with 30 years in the Rankin County School District.  She was involved in all aspects of the education community as a member of professional organizations and honorary societies.  Her interests weren’t limited to education, as she was involved in many community activities and, most importantly, her church.  Jamie considered herself privileged to serve in many different roles at Crossgates United Methodist Church.

This was the “resume” Jamie McKlemurry.  There could never be an obituary long enough to do justice to her life or eloquent enough to capture the heart and soul of one so loved by family and friends – Jamie, Jam-e-lin, Jamie Day, Jame-Jame.

From her first position in Greenwood, Jamie’s passion was helping any child who faced a challenge. Many people also found that there was no age limit in Jamie’s definition of “child” – anyone who had a need was included.  Jamie lived the life of a good and faithful servant.  She was amazing, genuine, sincere, caring, incredible, wise, strong, special, loving, caring, courageous ….  Jamie was a servant with a great sense of humor and a contagious smile who brightened a room just by entering.  She lived the joy of the Lord and that joy touched and was an inspiration to many.  She had a heart made of kindness, generosity, and love.  Jamie lived life to the fullest and was always ready for a challenge or adventure. Knowing Jamie was a lesson and a blessing.  Knowing how loved and treasured she was by so many is a comfort and blessing to her family that cannot be described.

The family of Jamelin Day Pierce McKlemurry invites you to share in the joy of Jamie's life, and in a celebration of her resurrection during a worship service to be held NEXT Thursday, August 20 at 11:00am at Crossgates United Methodist Church. This worship service will be livestreamed to Crossgates UMC's facebook page. Family will be in attendance.

Additionally, you are invited to share memories and stories of Jamie with the family by posting your remembrances to her Facebook page; bearing witness to the tireless, joy-filled giving that was her earthly living.

A time of comforting the family in personal visitation will be held at Jamie's home from 4:00pm until 7:00pm TONIGHT, Wednesday, August 12. For your health and the family's health, please remember to practice recommended safety precautions.

We continue to offer prayers of comfort, peace and compassion for the family.