Kay Lenore

Jamison

Kay Lenore Jamison, 84, passed away on November 10, 2026, at St. Luke’s Comfort Care in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Kay was born on March 8, 1942, to Howard and Carmen (Kohl) Kamberling. She graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1960, where she was actively involved in music. A gifted musician, Kay had a special talent for playing both the piano and drums, a love of music that remained an important part of her life.

On June 8, 1963, Kay married James “Jim” Jamison. Although she was a city girl at heart, Kay embraced life as a farm wife, creating a loving home while raising their five children. She took on the many responsibilities of farm life with dedication, but her greatest pride and joy came from being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Kay and Jim shared more than 40 years of marriage before his passing in January 2004.

Throughout her life, Kay shared her talents in bookkeeping and accounting, working for Eastern Iowa Livestock Association, Stickle Salvage, and Archer Tax Service. She was hardworking, dependable, and dedicated in all that she did. Yet, of all the positions she held, the ones she cherished most were those within her family.

A longtime member of Wayne Zion Lutheran Church in Monticello, Iowa, Kay’s faith was an important part of her life. She generously shared her time and talents through her involvement in the Bell Choir and by serving in numerous positions on church boards and committees. Her dedication to her church reflected her commitment to faith, service, and community.

Kay was also an active member of the Domestic Engineers for more than 50 years and served as a 4-H leader, sharing her time and encouragement with young people in her community. Her life was enriched by the many friendships she cultivated throughout the years. She treasured the companionship, laughter, and lasting bonds she shared with friends, many of whom were an important part of her life for decades.

An avid reader, Kay had a lifelong love of books. She treasured her collection and found great enjoyment in visiting libraries, always appreciating the opportunity to discover another good book. Reading was one of life’s simple pleasures that brought her happiness throughout the years.

Jim and Kay shared a love of traveling and enjoyed the many adventures and memories they made together. Both were avid Iowa Hawkeye fans and longtime season ticket holders, attending numerous bowl games over the years. Their enthusiasm for sports extended well beyond Iowa athletics. They especially enjoyed following their children and grandchildren in their school activities and sporting events. Whether cheering from the stands or attending a school program, supporting their family was always a priority.

Above all, Kay loved her family. Her greatest legacy lives on through the generations she helped nurture and the countless memories they share. She took great pride in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and nothing meant more to her than the family she and Jim built together.

Kay is survived by her five children: Michelle (John) Houck of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Andy (Becky) Jamison of Anamosa, Iowa; John (Dawn) Jamison of Laurens, Iowa; Jill (Mike) Mackey of Giddings, Texas; and Jason (Shannon) Jamison of Monticello, Iowa. She was blessed with 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and two more great-grandchildren expected to join the family.

She is also survived by her siblings, Susan Kehrli of Manchester, Iowa, and David (Dorothy) Albright of Lisbon, Iowa; brothers-in-law, Barry (Mary) Jamison of Missouri and Ron (Monica) Jamison of Anamosa, Iowa; sister-in-law, Kathy Jamison of Lisbon, Iowa; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Kay was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Jamison; her parents, Howard and Carmen Kamberling; her parents-in-law, Noel and Esther Jamison; and her brothers-in-law, Clifford Kehrli and Ben Jamison.

Kay will be remembered for her love of family, her musical gifts, her faithful service to her church and community, her treasured friendships, and her lifelong love of reading. Her family was her greatest accomplishment, and the love she gave will continue through the generations.

While we mourn her passing, we rejoice in the promise of everlasting life and take comfort in knowing that Kay has been reunited with Jim, the love of her life, and the many family members and dear friends who have gone before her. Though she will be deeply missed, we celebrate a life well lived, a faith that sustained her, and the love that will forever remain in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 Monday morning November 16, 2026, at the Wayne Zion Lutheran Church. Pastor Phil Jorgenson will officiate at the services. Interment will be in the Lisbon Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 until 4:00 Sunday at the Wayne Zion Lutheran Church rural Monticello. Goettsch Funeral Home, Anamosa has taken Kay and her family into their care.