Mrs. Clementine Palmer

CLEMENTINE BROWN PALMER, 73, affectionately known as “Tine”, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and adored friend to so many died at St. Catherine’s Village on Wednesday, September 1, 2010. She was born on October 30, 1936, the oldest of three daughters to Clementine and Henry Brown of Jackson, MS. She was a loving and devoted wife to Ambassador John N. Palmer, Sr. She is survived by three children, son James B. Palmer of Jackson, daughter Susan Palmer Amaro of Washington, DC, daughter Patricia Palmer McClure and husband, Justin, of Jackson, and daughter-in-law Stacy Reynolds Palmer of Jackson. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Robert and Charlotte Palmer; Jimmy, Matthew and Kaitlyn Palmer; Alex, David and Sofia Amaro; and Jay Justin, Claire, and Molly McClure. She leaves two sisters, Betti Brown Watters and Suzan Brown Thames, both of Jackson and many dear nieces and nephews. Tine was preceded in death by her parents and her oldest son, John N. Palmer, Jr.

Tine attended Central High School and the University of Mississippi where she was a member of Chi Omega sorority. She was a founding member of Northminster Baptist Church in Jackson, MS. She was also a member of the Jackson Symphony League, MMA Auxiliary, Gallery Guild, Recess Luncheon Club, Debutante Mothers Club, Chi Omega Alumni, The 75 Club, and various bridge clubs.

Tine’s generous nature was often reflected by her opening her home for various charities. She also enjoyed tutoring math and reading at Spann Elementary School. Her warm spirit, gracious hospitality touched the lives of many., Her courage and strength especially during her long battle with Alzheimer’s are a tribute to her and a great part of her legacy.

The family would like to especially thank Dr. George Patton, Deborah Day, and all of the nurses that cared for Tine with warmth and compassion during her illness.

The family will receive friends in the courtyard at Northminster Baptist Church, 3955 Ridgewood Road in Jackson, MS from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 2 and from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. on Friday, September 3. Services will be at the Church on Friday, September 3 at 11 a.m. There will be a private family inurnment to follow at the Church’s columbarium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to The MIND Center, Office of Development, The University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216.