Saturday, November 14, 2026
Jamie’s passing on April 21st has left a huge void in all our lives as well as the legal landscape of Southwest Florida that can never be filled. Her legal contributions to Marco Island, and the lives she touched during her career, are immeasurable.
For over thirty-seven years, Jamie practiced law in Florida. She was born in Somerville, New Jersey, and received her undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in History with a post-graduate focus on the American Revolution. After finishing her post-grad work in history, she then graduated with honors from Stetson Law School in 1987. After passing the Florida and New Jersey bar, Jamiebriefly returned toNew Jersey, but then quickly moved to Florida and began practicing on Marco Island. She was joined by her father in 1992 after he retired from practicing law in New Jersey, and they practiced together for over ten years, until his passing. Jamie is survived by her three daughters Mikilena, Danin, Ashtonand husband Karl Herrmann.
Part of the reason Jamie was so interested in studying the American Revolution was her own family’s contributions to the history of our country. Jamie’s family (Sharbaugh) can trace their lineage back to some of America’s first colonists, and Jamie was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Throughout her practice, shewas a tireless advocate for her clients, and an exceptional human being. Her knowledge of the law and meticulous attention to detail set standards to which every member of her profession should aspire. Not only was she a formidable attorney, but she was also a compassionate and caring human being. Everyone could rely on her to help in times of need, for advice or consolation. She approached each case with empathy and a desire to truly help her clients through understanding their needs and concerns. Anyone who ever met her would say she was one of the rare people who practiced law not for financial gain or self-interest, but for the pursuit of justice, and to help people in their times of need.
As a mentor, Jamie was always there to help others find the truth and endeavor to see justice done in every situation. She was always there for anyone who needed help or someone to talk to, even when it wasn’t convenient for her Jamie could always be counted on to pick up the phone to offer advice on any issues, professional or personal, night or day.
We will all miss Jamie immensely. She was a beacon of integrity, honesty, and compassion in what can be a sea of indifference. You will always be loved and never ever be forgotten. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Jamie’s name to Boxer Rescue Angels, flboxerangels.org.
