"Today (or maybe tomorrow) is the day my dad would have arrived in MN to spend a week among his family for the holidays - my mom, my sisters, me, sons-in-law, and grandchildren.  He would stay for a week with us here at Maple Acres. We would eat, play poker, Tom and my dad would sneak away for hours.   Words cannot express how heavy my heart is this week as his absence grows so obvious."

"My thoughts and prayers are with the Palmer Family at this time of sorrow.  The legacy Mr. Palmer left behind is a testiment of the great man he was and his memory will last forever in the hearts and mind of his Family and Friends.  May you have peace and comfort during this time.  Gone but never Forgotten."

"Sonia, I am wishing you and your family great strength as you gather in memory of your father.  He would be so proud to know you as I do.  You do his legacy proud every day!"

"Virtual hugs and words of encouragement to All the Palmer girls and their families.  I didn't know Jerry, but I know the Palmer girls and the grandkids.  Anyone who leaves behind that legacy will forever be remembered and loved.  "Listen to the beating of your heart.  The people you love are there inside...Where all things matter most.  They live on.""

"41 years ago we moved to Minneapolis and rented an apartment with the best caretakers in the world. And that was the start of a lifelong relationship. Thanks, Jerry, for being a good friend. Thanks for the laughs. Thanks for the memories.  Our hearts go out to the whole family at this time and embrace you all with a great big hug!!!"

"Dear Cousin Jerry, It is difficult to believe you have left us so suddenly. I'll remember you as such a sweet cousin..living  down the street from us in Marshall.You are now with Nadine and your Mom and Dad.You will be missed by so many individuals..especially your  wife and family and grandchildren.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lots of love to you and your family."

"Our family had the true pleasure of spending time with Jerry when he would visit Barry and Judy.  Barry and Jerry together made us all laugh so hard we had tears.  The kids still cherish the coins Jerry gave them from Hong Kong.  Truly an inspiration to all.  With fondest memories, deepest sympathy and love.  Harold, Melanie, Mason, Madison, and Mitchell Spencer"

"Always smiling Jerry . . . may you rest in peace."

"Jerry, you will be missed.  You were always up for a good joke, a laugh, and sharing a cold one in Hong Kong while talking about tooling.  RIP in peace my friend."

"Did not know you but it sounded like you were a wonderful person. You will be miss by everyone
Sue Monson"

"I have known Jerry since I was 6 or 7 years old. I grew up with Jerry & brother Bare. With me being an only child not only were they my best friends but they were like Brothers to me. We spent a lot of time having a good time together.I looked to Jer like he was an older brother(Bare was the mischevious one) I"ll always remember and cherish or friendship will missyou my brother Doug"

"Saddened to learn the passing of Jerry Palmer, he was always in my top list of who can really think and make things different, thinking of every moment he shared and being with us, i do think he will be very happy with his persistence and humorous in paradise.... Miss you ever."

"oh so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. so many great memories of the fun times when our families traveled  together and explored the world around us as a team... my condolences go out to Connie, the girls and all of Jerry's family. such a wonderful man to have known. may Jerry rest in peace."

"oh so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. so many great memories of the fun times when our families traveled  together and explored the world around us as a team... my condolences go out to Connie, the girls and and all of Jerry's family. such a wonderful man to have known. may Jerry rest in peace."

"I lost track of Jerry when he was a young man, so my memories are when he and Barry would come for visits when I lived in Tracy, MN.
I am sorry for your loss.  He must have had a great life.  Hang in there, Barry!  Wayne"

"Wow can life zing us some unexpected suprises.  I am thankfull that I was given the chance to hear his voice just weeks ago it had not changed a bit.  The last chat was while we were both in Viet Nam, 1969.   I remember the post High School great times we had just hanging out having fun.   Jerry will be missed but NOT forgotten.  Go with GOD in peace my good friend."

"I am so sorry to hear about Jerry.  Prayers to all of you as you grieve the loss of a wonderful, loving man. I can tell you that my Mom (Pam) always spoke so highly of her cousins Jerry and Barry. May God bless you as you go forward with beautiful memories of Jerry. Much Love, Heaather"

"I'll never forget Jerry - its been 35+ years since I've seen him.  We grew up together on N. 7th and Soucy - we had a great youth.  What a time we had.  I'll never forget Jerry and Barrys neighbor Mrs Peterson.  If Barry reads this I say hi.  My thoughts to your family."

"Just heard of Jerry's passing from Greg Lambert. I first met Jerry at Fisher Price then we continued our friendship when we were both at Hasbro in the mid 90's. I will always remember your sense of humor, kindness and knowledge of our crazy business. You will be missed. My sympathies to your family."

"I'm so very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing.  I graduated from Marshall High School with him.  I remember Jerry as a very shy guy.  He was always very nice to me, but he would turn very red if any of us tried to have a conversation with him!!  My sympathy and prayers go out to his family."

"Little did I know when I first met Jerry that he and I would become fast friends but we did. Over the past few years we had many on the job successes and a lot of fun too. It was always a pleasure for me to travel to HK and visit with my friend. Going to miss him dearly and thankful for the time I did share with Jerry!"

"Uncle Jer:
I look at these pictures of you and see so much of Dad too. :o} I enjoyed seeing you every year on your visits home. You are a wonderful man with a very loving heart. I love you and look forward to seeing you in heaven someday!!
I will love you always from your brothers oldest."

"Jerry, you were a great friend and a wonderful brother-in-law.  I looked forward every year to your visits and watching you interact with Bare.  I laugh out loud remembering you sitting at our counter making your funny face (one of those pictures in the slide show) and mimicking what Bare would say.  I love you and will miss you forever.  Jude"

"From what I read from all the people that payed a tribute here, I gather that Jerry was a great man. If he looked anything like his brother (my friend) I would have probably loved him too.
My symphaties go out to his friends and family.

Erik van der Meer
The Netherlands"

"Brother, I'll miss you forever.  We have always had our special way of communicating with each other and that will continue.  I sure miss talking to you on SKYPE almost every day and sometimes several times a day.  On this side I lost my best friend but you'll always be with me.  I never realized how many dear friends you have, you were a legend.     I'll LOVE you forever.  BARE"

"I met Jerry several times while visiting my friend Gary in Hong Kong. He was a great guy to be around and although it has been many years since we've see each other I often think about him and the great adventures we had. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Bruce Hay, Toronto Canada"

"You are a strict colleague and also a kind-hearted friend. you will be missed for ever."

"Jerry and I met while we worked together at FP.  Always enjoyed his professionalism, work ethic and laughter.  F1 races were a special time to gather when we both lived in HK, particularly the 1st race in Shanghai.  I'll miss you buddy, the trips to HK will never be the same but the memories will last forever!"

"I had the pleasure of working with Jerry in Hong Kong from 1998 to 2001.  We became very good friends very quickly and still managed to keep in touch from time to time.  I valued his friendship and sense of humour and will miss him a great deal.  All the best buddy...keep them laughing in Heaven."

"I'm sorry I never had the chance to meet Jerry.  Anyone who has the love of Connie, Sonia, Sarah & Alyssa is someone worth knowing.  My love is with each of you."

"Jerry, met you in Buffalo, 1990 or so. instantly we were friends, your work hard play hard life with a big heart made it easy. You were and still will be my brother in HKG. God bless you Jerry !"

"I had the pleasure of meeting Jerry while visiting my brother Kirk in Hong Kong. He was a great friend and mentor to my brother and befriended me quickly and easily. Friendly, earnest and honest I will always remember him for his friendship to Kirk and for his love of life. Gone too soon Jerry, we miss you!"

"So sad to hear of Jerry's passing.  I met Jerry while working for Hasbro in Cincinnati.  Great guy always willing to share the knowledge he had.    Deepest sympathies to his family and all friends.  He will be missed."

"My thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends of Jerry. I had the pleasure of working with him on a number of occasions over the years and he was very helpful in so many ways. The "Mayor of Hong Kong" will truly be missed!"

"Jerry chose to invest in me and showed me a path that l otherwise would likely not have seen.  I will forever remember his kindness and always work to take his lessons to heart.   I hear Jerry’s words as I now engage and develop my own teams, and while they don’t know it, they too are benefiting from the life of Jerry Palmer."

"Jerry had a profound impact on my life as a mentor and a friend.  Wherever we traveled, people knew his name and he always knew theirs.  From company presidents to the most junior workers Jerry had a unique ability to make a personal connection thru humble thoughts, words, and deeds."

"Jerry and I met while working at Hasbro in the mid 90’s.  We again worked together while he was in Hong Kong.  I’ll remember him as warm and friendly while also feisty and thought provoking.  Always good hearted.  He was a gracious host during my visit with him in HK.  I am saddened to learn of his passing.  My sympathies go out to his family and friends."

"My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry and his family. Sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great guy. We had a lot of laughs. He will be missed."

"Jerry,  I am sad at your leaving me but I hope and pray we will be friends together again in heaven someday.  Thanks for your friendship here on earth."

"See ya buddy.... the weekends won't be the same without you mate. Rest in Peace my friend. ;-)"

"You may be out of our sight, but not out of our hearts, you may be out of our reach, but not out of our mind."

"Jerry, you must be at the moment with our lord the God in paradise. Miss you forever!"

"You are a great man! Very very very very sad to hear your passing... God will bless you in heaven for us. Miss you!!!!!! Will never forget your voice and your help to me!!!!!! Jerry, Jerry...!!!!!!"