Hard to believe a decade has passed. Nice to see Jerry's name pop up in my inbox as I start my work day on a Monday morning... for me, memories of Jerry will often overlap with my work since this is how I first met him. Thought of Jerry last week as I work build a new business and I wondered what his perspective might have been. And while there's no substitute for an actual conversation... I'd like to think i know what he might have said and it made me smile. Wishing the best to Jerry's family & loved ones.

My dad would have been 75 years old yesterday. The other week I had a dream where I walked into a restaurant and he was sitting at a table across the room smiling at me. I woke up with a big smile on my face and felt like he stopped by to say hi.

Thanks for this opportunity to remember! Successfully met Jerry on two trips to Hong Kong to meet my brother Kirk Aldridge, who had unsurprisingly become fast friends with Jerry and who I had the supreme pleasure to meet, speak and raise a glass with....right is right, I raise a glass....better to have known you!

It seems the good guys like Jerry leave us way too early - Now my brother in facing pancreatic cancer - Sometimes getting old is not fun

Thinking of you lately Jerry... recently I worked thru a tough job situation as the company I worked for sold their brands to another organization. As has been the story across 8 companies over 25+ years, I saw the best and worst of people on come to the surface.  Thinking back to the victories and hard earned lessons from when we worked together helped give me the tools needed rise above and lead my team to a better future.  My people never knew you... but they benefitted from you greatly none the less.  Miss you buddy!

It has been 5 years since you left us - We fondly remember you and your big smile

Dale and Debbie Bisbee

I remember Jerry in the Marshall schools - Always smiling and happy go lucky. My brother Glenn graduated with him. Jerry will be missed at the Class of 1965 reunion this weekend 9-18-15 in Marshall. My sympathies and prayers to the Palmer family.
Sincerely
Dale and Debbie BIsbee

Continuing to miss you Jer. I know Dad misses you so much!!! Prayers for all today, may you all be blessed with the happy memories we have.

You and your family are in my prayers. Please pray for me and my family too.

Our Dear Jerry.

On this 1st of March and the 2nd anniversary of "Drinks for Jerry" and of course, your 68th Birthday. Still in all of our thoughts my friend and still so very missed. God bless and keep you forever safe buddy. Shaun x

Brother Jer,
 Almost 2 years have passed and I still think about you everyday as I pass by your pictures and your urn. I have so many beautiful memories of us over all the years. When you left this world a major part of me went with you.
I miss you so much and I will LOVE you forever.
Bare

My Old mate…. I can't believe that its almost a year on the 1st of March that we held our "Drinks for Jerry" here in Hong Kong. Still miss you heaps my friend and think of you often. Rest well my friend...

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.

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

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

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

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...!!!!!!

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.

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

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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!

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.

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!