Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

Obituary For Joycelyn Jamison

Mrs. Joycelyn Ann Perkins Jamison was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She immediately answered God’s need to have additional beauty in His garden on Friday, July 8, 2022 at the age of 64.

Born on October 4, 1957, “JaJa,” as she was affectionately named by her first grandchild, was the youngest daughter of Mr. Benjamin Satchel and Mrs. Louise Barrett Perkins. She attended Myrtle B. Hoffman Childcare Center, was a cheerleader at Wilson Elementary School and attended Highland Jr. High School. She was a proud 1975 graduate of Hunter Huss High School. Joycelyn was a dedicated member of the Black Student Union and thoroughly enjoyed planning and attending their class reunions. Upon completion of high school, “JaJa” attended North Carolina Central University where she received a degree in Business Administration. To know her was to love her. Her soft and quiet presence yielded adoration throughout her family, circle of friends, and her beloved Highland Community. Joycelyn was a member of Orchid Temple #923. She was committed to social justice. In her most recent years, she enjoyed working as an Assistant with the Board of Elections. She was a former employee of First Citizens Bank, Gaston County Department of Human Services, and was a Financial Advisor with Fidelity Investments in Cincinnati, Ohio. Mrs. Jamison was a faithful member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church where she was a member of the Scholarship Committee and also served as Church Clerk.

In July 1995, she married the love of her life, Mr. Michael Jamison. Together they become pillars in the Highland Community, providing strength, pride and belonging to those around them. Their doors were never closed because “JaJa” enjoyed living life to the fullest. In addition to her parents, Joycelyn was preceded in death by her eldest and only brother Mr. Warren R. Perkins. Words cannot convey how much her daughter, Tausha Perkins Wright, and her son, Chad Perkins (Shanae); bonus sons, Brandon Jackson and Travis Leach; sisters, Mrs. Brenda Ballard (Tony), Ms.Yvonne Perkins and sisters-in-law, Lillian Jamison and Cheryl Perkins are going to miss her. Joycelyn was the proud grandmother of 14 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Her nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and plethora of friend’s lives will forever be changed because of her absence.

Viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday; July 13, 2022 from 5 until 7

Funeral on Thursday; July 14, 2022; Friendship Baptist Church, Gastonia at 3:00 p.m. with one hour visitation before the service

Masks required at all services and funeral will be live on funeral home facebook page

Guest Book

- Judy Costner

May the peace and comfort be with you all.She's wearing her white robe with her 👑.lo

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The light of Jocelyn Perkins Jamison started its flicker in my life in 1975 on the campus of NCCU. The flicker grew to a mighty flame of friendship over the years. She is a great woman, person and my friend. I am so blessed to have lived in the light of her flame... if only for a moment.

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Joycelyn is one of the rare flowers 💐 in God's botanical garden. Her actions spoke for her. She will truly be missed!!! To Perk, Mike, Tausha, Chad, and the entire Jamison and Perkins family, I send sincere condolences. Joycelyn is now resting in God's bosom and whispering to Him to take care of you all by bestowing upon each of you, His comfort and peace. We shall see her again on the other side!!! I LOVE YOU ALL!!! Judy Costner and son, Jamaal White

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I am so sorry for your loss. I'm hoping and praying that the love and support of family and friends will sustain you all now and in many days to come. Sandra Johnson

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Deepest sympathy to the Perkins/Jamison families. Jocelyn was a sweet and humble woman who always greeted you with a smile. She will greatly be missed. May God keep the family in His arms. Johnetta Harris

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My prayers and condolences to the family, May GOD bless you and the family during this difficult time,so sorry

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To Mike and family, I have known Joycelyn since high school, but over the passed few years we reconnected, her love for friends was incredible her ability to make me feel as if I never felt was heart warming. Thanks Joycelyn for the moments we share on her patio and the words of encouragement, rest in the warmth of God's love in my friend, see you on the other side.

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Family, May your memories live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace and laughter. May God keep and bless you all in the days to come, Lisa Michelle Simpson.

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To: Tasha, Chad, Mike and the Perkins/Jamison family. Praying that God comforts you during this time. Joycelyn will truly be missed. Marcus and L'Tanya Campbell

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To: Michael, Tausha, Perkins, and Jamison Family: To: Perkins and Jamison Family My sincerest thoughts, prayers, and condolences to you all in the passing of Joycelyn; I was so sorry to hear this. Joycelyn was such a beautiful person, inside and out. I know God will mend your broken hearts, for HE is HOPE for the broken-hearted, you are not alone! May your beautiful and precious memories of your loved one, Joycelyn, fill your hearts with much love, joy, and laughter in the days ahead. God bless and much love from my family to your family. Alice (Jackie) Armstrong & Family The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

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My condolence to the family. Words cannot explain how I feel right now. Jocelyn will surely be missed. Thank God for all of the good memories that I have to look back on 😥

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My prayers and condolences to the family. May God cover you during this difficult time. Corey Hart

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My prayers and condolences to the family. May God cover you during this difficult time.

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To Mike and Family, Our hearts grieve with you at the loss of beautiful Joycelyn. She had become such a big part of our Elections family and will truly be missed. Prayers and Blessings as you remember her in the days to come. Karen Foster, Gaston County Elections

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Mike and the Perkins family so sorry to hear about the loss of Joycelyn she will truly be missed. Sending out prayers to the entire family. Lee and Margaret

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To the Perkins/Jamison Family my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time, every time you seen her she had a smile that would almost close her eyes which was beautiful. Albern "Coot" Curry

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Sincere condolences to Perkins and Jamison family. May God's supernatural power strengthen and comfort you during this difficult time. Peace and God bless, Teresa Froneberger Robertson New Carrollton, Maryland

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Our Deepest Sympathy to the Jamison and Perkins Family Carolyn A. Johnson & Family

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My thoughts and prayers to Mike, Chad, Tasha, the grandchildren and the Perkins/Jamison family. Joycelyn will truly be missed. Tangela Caldwell

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There are no words that will ease the pain of the loss of a love one. In time God will give you peace and comfort. My prayers for comfort are with you. DeBorah Wright and Family.

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To Mike and the entire Jamison and Perkins family, sending love ❤️ prayers 🙏🏾. The Peace of God will comfort you. Pamela Hamilton and Family

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To my friend Tasha, May the peace of GOD overflow and the HOLY SPIRIT indeed comfort you as never before. Know that GOD will be there for you everyday. He has a way of showing HIMSELF miraculously in the little things. Stay strong in the LORD and the power of HIS might, Stephanie Mason-Curry

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Yvonne, I'm sending love and prayers and a HUG for your heart. Feasta Taylor Reynolds, Raleigh, NC

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To Mike and the family I am so so sorry for your loss. She was my friend and she will never be forgotten she was always so kind and pleasant with a Beautiful Smile. I can to know her when she would visit her mom in the nursing home and I worked there. We would talk she was always so kind hearted. She will be missed but not forgotten. Cherry (Davis) Adams

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Our Deepest Sympathy from Emery Lowery, Patricia Lowery, Nathan(JB) Lowery, Kenny Lowery and Dennis Johnson

- Victoria Lowery

I remember when Joycelyn and I were children playing at her mother's hairsalon. She was always beautiful inside and out. As time went on she remained the same person kind hearted and strong spirit. May God keep you all in peace. Darenda Mason & Mrs Lossie Ashe

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Rest in Heaven my friend/classmate. Im holding on to the memory of us celebrating our 45th HS Reunion. To the family, my God comfort you and give you peace during this difficult time and in the days to come. Barbara Massey Arnold

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My condolences to the Jamison Family. Heaven has truly gained an angel. RIHP Pamela Mitchell & Family

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Meant may your family find solace in your memory.R.I.P. Vanessa Craig-Wilson Chester PA

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Jocelyn was my classmate at Hunter Huss High School. Haven't seen her in years since I moved from NC but often thought about her.she was a nice person.may your daily find solace in her memory.may she R.I.P. Vanessa Craig Wilson

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Mike, Pat and I just learned of Jocelyn's passing. We love you guys and still miss you as neighbors..praying for you..VernonK

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Mike there are no words to express my sorrow for the loss of your love but I know the master will see you through this time lean on him for strength and one day your heart will be filled with the memories and joy will come your family be blessed Laura mae

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Michael My Brother, I'm Sending Our Prayers For The Loss Of Your Precious Joycelyn!May God Heal The Brokeness In Your Heart!We Love You! Amanda Armstrong

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Aunt Joycelyn I will miss you dearly. Nichole Carter

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You will truly be missed.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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