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Lyle Charles Jamison

June 29, 1938 - November 8, 2018

Lyle Charles Jamison (80) passed away peacefully at home after a five month battle with colon cancer. He was a dedicated family man who was admired by those who knew him. He will be greatly missed by his family, relatives, and friends.

Lyle is survived by his wife Nancy: daughters Sarah Jamison; Janie Shaw (Brian): son John (Samantha); four granddaughters, and his sister Janice Jamison.

Lyle served his country in the U.S. Navy for over twenty years retiring as captain. He later retired from the Los Angeles Sheriffs Department Food Services Division after decades of working in the industry. After raising their children in Downey, Lyle and Nancy have enjoyed their retirement years together. Lyle loved spending time with his family, traveling the world, and fly fishing with his friends.

Celebration of life services will be held in December.