Edward “Ed” Jamison, 79, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015, at his Quinter home with his family by his side. Ed was born Oct. 25th, 1936 in Hoxie, to Dutch and Edith (Morgan) Jamison. He graduated from Quinter High School in 1954, and then entered the Navy, where he proudly served his country for four years.

Ed spent most of his life in Quinter, farming the land he loved with his father while pursuing his passion for automobiles, racing, and car restoration. In addition, he had a great love and an immense talent for music. He played guitar and bass in numerous bands including one with his beloved wife, Kathy, who he married on June 7, 1972. His musical passion gave him great joy and was a love he passed on to his children.

Through the 1990’s and early 2000’s, Ed volunteered with Social Rehabilitative Services giving him the opportunity to assist and support children in adverse situations. This work deeply impacted him and many of the children that he helped. This devotion lived in his heart always. Prior to retirement, he returned to farming the land that he loved with neighbors he greatly respected and cared for.

Ed is survived by his wife of 43 years, Kathy Jamison; and his children: Ramona (John) Wells of Williamsburg, New Mexico, Ri Jamison of Greely, Colorado, Robb Jamison of Leander, Texas and Lesli Jamison of Denver, Colorado; and one granddaughter, Faith Jamison of Leander, Texas.

Services were held at the Church of the Brethren, in Quinter, on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 10:00am. Cremation was chosen.

Memorials are suggested to Quinter Church of the Brethren and Hospice Services Inc. Palliative Care of Northwest Kansas. Checks made to the organization may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.

Words of comfort may be sent to the family online at www.schmittfuneral.com.