Mr. Robert Lee Jamerson “Mane” was born on January 21, 1947, to the late Alver Jamerson and Martha Jamerson.

Robert confessed his belief in Jesus Christ at an early age. He was baptized and joined Philadelphia Baptist Church in Rossville, Tennessee. Later, he became a member of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church.

He dedicated 39 years of service to BPI as a Lead Machine Operator and retired in 2016.

On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Robert peacefully departed this life at his home after a courageous battle with illness.

Robert leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 58 years, Joyce Marie Jamerson; six daughters, Sharon Delois Jones, Valerie Jamerson Taylor (Michael), Gloria B. Gardner (Daniel), Yolanda Yvette Jamerson, Linda Harris (James) and Tajuana Jamerson Harris (Zachary); two sons, Melvin Jamerson (Danita) and Billy Jamerson; one brother, Tony Jamerson (Gloria); and three sisters, Rosie Knight (Cliff), Beatrice Smith (Robert), and Florence Philmore (Lawrence).

He also leaves behind 23 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.

Robert was preceded in death by one son, Michael Gunn; five brothers, Arthur Jamerson, George Jamerson, John Jamerson, Samuel Jamerson, and James Jamerson; and one sister, Clementine Dean

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 27th, 2026 from 4:00pm-6:00pm at R.S. Lewis and Sons Funeral Home 3651 Austin Peay Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128.
Funeral services will be on Saturday, March 28th, 2026 at 12:00 PM at St Stephens Baptist Church 4245 Singleton Pkwy, Memphis, TN 38128