Patrolman Jerry L. Hartless

Rest in Paradise Jerry. I knew you before you became a police officer. I knew you when you worked at a print shop downtown. You were so creative and talented. When you decided to joint the force, I was surprised because I always thought of you as an amazingly handsome, creative man. You told me you wanted to get married and provide for your new wife. I was proud of you, You were so sensitive and compassionate. I remember bringing you the pictures for my 29 year old brother’s obituary. You handled each picture with care and put together a beautiful program for me. You comforted me. I was traumatized again when you were killed. My last memory of you was going to the hospital. I just wanted to see you. Your mother came out of the room. She put her arms around me as if I were her child and let me cry. She look at me and told me I could not see you. Through my tears I asked why? I pleaded with her and told her what a great friend you were to me, how handsome and strong you were. She told me to hold on to the beautiful memory I have of you. That is how she wanted me to remember you. I am forever grateful to your mother for that gift. You are forever young and handsome in my eyes. God Bless your family. I will remember for as long as I live.

DiAnna Toliver Educational Psychologist
A friend no and forever

June 2, 2020