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Jackie Harless Obituary
After 25 years of loyal service, her voice provided comfort to the citizens and city of Mentor Safety Forces.
Mrs. Harless passed away Feb. 20, 2011, at Hospice House in Cleveland.
Jackie was born Oct. 15, 1958, in Cleveland, and was a resident of Painesville Township, and formerly of Fairport Harbor.
She graduated from Fairport Harding High School, class of 1976.
Mrs. Harless started her career as a dispatcher for the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department in Charleston, W.Va. and retired after 25 years as dispatcher for Mentor Fire and Police Departments.
Jackie enjoyed gardening, family get-to-gethers and especially springtime trips to the mountains of West Virginia.
A loving wife, mother and grandmother, she is survived by her husband, Richard Harless, whom she married March 6, 1976; sons, Richard Paul Harless of Painesville Township and Christopher Lee (Sheila) Harless of Painesville; three grandchildren, Courtney, Brendan, and Elijah; mother, Hazel (Breeden) Workman of Fairport Harbor; sisters, Donna Beech of Madison, Denise (Ron) Hibbard of Painesville Township, and Diane (Bill) Kobetitsch of North Olmsted; brother, Dwayne (Liz) Workman of Painesville; mother-in-law, Maureen Harless of Charleston, W.Va.; brothers-in-law, Dan (Annie), Sammy, Tom (Cathy), Tim, and Michael Harless; sister-in-law, Roberta (Ron) Tredo of Orlando, Fla.; 19 nieces and nephews; and 13 great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Emory Workman in 2003; and sister-in-law, Wendy Harless.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Mentor Fire and Police Department transmitting "Last Call" for dispatcher Jackie Harless, "10-4 Dispatcher Harless out."
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Memories and Condolences
for Jackie Harless
Nisey
February 21, 2024
Well Jackie another year has come and passed! That makes 13 now and this day is never easy!
But I do know that you are with Family and that you all are pain free! So for now I will end this and tell you I will see you someday
I love and Miss you so much!! Hug my Lana for me!
Bill Shade
March 1, 2011
Jackie you will be missed. Thank you for always looking out for us on the emergency calls you sent us on. We in the fire department knew you had our backs and would always update us with information. Thank you! LOVE AND MISS YOU!
M.S. Spaller
March 1, 2011
Jackie you helped me at a time I needed it most, you showed me what a true mother could be and I have carried that lesson to my own children now. You taught me so many things I never would have learned from you know who. I thank you so much, and my children would thank you as well. I'll never forget hanging at your house just because..and laughing at the boys about things only you and I know. You had one of the biggest hearts I've ever known a person to have, thank you for sharing a piece of that with me. Be in Peace Jackie, your life lessons have been learned and will carry on now.
Jeanne Stehlik
February 25, 2011
Jackie you will be missed by everyone you touched. My thoughts and prayers go out to Richard and your sons and their famlies, your Mom, and the rest of your family. You're at a great place now!
Cindy 1 Prunchak
February 25, 2011
Hazel,
You have our deepest sympathy and sincerest prayers.
Cindy Prunchak (Harmon)
Brandon Adams
February 24, 2011
Rich and Chris, very sorry for your loss. I remember her being there at every game when we played football, cheering you guys on. God bless.
Jerry
February 24, 2011
Dear Jackie,
When you sent us out to handle the problems that people had, I always felt that you were right there with us watching our backs. I never got to say thank you in person, but you will forever be in our hearts when we answer the next call and I know you will still be watching our backs.
FF/PM Jerry Craddock
B Shift/ Station 3
Jeannie Carroll
February 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. I will always remember Jackie and our special times at family picnics in the summer when we were younger. Love, Tom and Jeannie (Breeden) Carroll
Jeanne Stitzel
February 23, 2011
You fought the great fight, but now you need rest
Like the waves on the shore, and most beautiful crest
You leave us all here, as we cry out your name
You move on to new life, that no one will blame
My heart is NOT heavy, but my eyes are so sore
Knowing its worth it, to not hurt anymore
Please Bless Me, My Angel, and guide me to see
the agnst in this loss, that set you so free
Now you are home, and new life will start
Just know that forever, you're a peice of My Heart.
I Love You
Jeanne - Mentor Dispatch
Jeanne Stitzel
February 23, 2011
My Jackie:
You fought the great fight,
but now you need rest.
Like waves on the shore,
and most beautiful crest.
You leave us all here,
to cry out your name.
You move on to new life,
that no-one will blame!
My heart is NOT heavy,
but my eyes are so sore.
Knowing its worth it,
to not hurt anymore.
Please Bless Me, My Angel,
and guide me to see...
the angst in this loss,
that set you so free.
Now you are home,
and new life will start.
Just know that forever,
You're a peice of my heart!!
I Love You!!!
Jeanne
City of Mentor
Emergency Dispatch
John & Joann Vecchione
February 23, 2011
Jackie was a sweetheart - she always greeted me with a big hug and kiss whenever I saw her. She will be missed!
Diane
February 23, 2011
Love you Jackie, I know you and Dad are looking down on us and will give us all strength Love you forever and a day!! Love Di
Diane Hepner-Anderson
February 23, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Workman-Harless family. May God bless you all at this difficult time and may Jackie rest in peace.
Debbie (Lillback) Wayman
February 23, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy & prayers go out to the family.
Jan Mitchell
February 23, 2011
My deepest sympathy to all of Jackie's family and friends. I have many memories of Jackie from school- it doesn't seem that long ago, and to learn of her passing saddens me. May you rest in peace Jackie.
Danita Smith
February 22, 2011
My dear sweet friend, rest now. Your amazing spirit will remain with us through your family and our memories. From the flowers in spring, to the colors in autumn and every day before and after and in between, I will remember you. Your laugh, your spirit, and your love....oh, your love....will be missed. You so dearly loved your family...Rick, Little Man, and Chris...and those grandkids were just added blessings. You touched so many in such a short time, but you touched us all deeply. I love you my friend. Danita
Annmarie grinstead
February 22, 2011
Jackie we had fun with ibim food....and u always checked on terry even when you were sick yourself. I will miss talking to you and laughing about the white wicker furniture....up there with T.C. now take care of him for me. Luv ya and miss you
Candy Nowacki
February 22, 2011
Remembering all the good times in Mentor Dispatch, You will be missed my friend, I'll always remember your calming voice. I'm glad you are at peace.
Jean "Class of 76"
February 22, 2011
I am so sorry for the loss of Jackie. To your family, her friends and co-workers, and all of the lives she touched, I wish you patience and solace in your time of grief.
Steve Spaller
February 22, 2011
Rest in peace my friend. Soar high and mighty!!!!!
Dawn
February 22, 2011
Love & miss you,
Dawn
Brita Penttila
February 22, 2011
Jackie I am so sad that you are gone. I will cherish the memories of our times together ... we were young and there were no worries... This little poem made me think of you...
"God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. "
God bless you, Jackie.
Brita
Mr.& Mrs Wilhelm Kobetitsch
February 22, 2011
Our sympathy goes out to the family of Jackie Harless.
February 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. You were a wonderful person who is now pain free and up above watching over all of your friends & family.
"May the sorrow you feel in your heart be lightened by the love that surrounds you"
~The Gandee Family~
February 22, 2011
JLH Thank you for being part of my life. SKH
Laura Joscelyn
February 22, 2011
Jackie - I'm glad you're not suffering anymore and that you're giggling with your dad in heaven. You will be missed.
Love, hugs and strength to the Workman/Harless families,
Laura Ras.
Jessica
February 22, 2011
You will forever be in my heart Aunt Jackie! Thanks for all the good times. I love you!!!
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Faith Powalie
February 22, 2011
You will forever be my friend, will always fill my heart with love and I know you'll be watching over all of us. I miss you and love you. Faith
Laura Joscelyn
February 22, 2011
Jackie - you're pain free and giggling with your Dad now. I'm glad your suffering is over, but you will be missed.
To the Workman/Harless families - love, hugs and strength headed your way.
Laura Ras
jeanne stehlik
February 22, 2011
hey jackie, its jeannie. glad you're not suffering anymore, you are free of all the pain, go and find your dad. your familly and friends have lost a great one....love ya, jeanne merchak stehlilk
This is what I saw after Richard called me to tell me my friend was gone.
J.C. Montgomery
February 22, 2011
J.C. Montgomery
February 22, 2011
I bright light no longer shines among us...yet the warmth of that glow remains in our hearts forever. I love you, Jack.
J.C. Montgomery
February 22, 2011
When A Friend Bids Goodbye
My dear friend,
close your eyes...
hold my hand,
and hear me whisper...
For the times I was lost,
you were there to look for me.
Will you believe me when I say I love you more than you'll ever know.
Will you trust me when I say ...this time you have to let me go.
My dear friend, I must leave.
The world no longer needs me.
It's my time to be gone, until we meet again someday.
Don't you cry now, I know I'll be okay.
Trust that I'll never forget you.
Don't be sad now, just close your eyes until it's through.
Hold my hand, don't open your eyes yet...
wait when I no longer whisper..
My dear friend, you'll be fine.
I'll be up there watching over you.
For the times I'll be gone, don't ever forget
the words I whispered to you.
God calls on my name... and I have to let go of your hand now...
Please don't cry... and smile for me..
because I'm with the one who made us friends.
Remember, I'll always love you.
so come, wave me goodbye...
It'll be painful but we have to...
Hug me, hug me tight, feel the words I can no longer say.
My dear friend, I'm going to miss you.
just pray because I'll always listen.
and one day, when it's your time,
I'll be there for you...
Just like the way I used to.
...I love you...
Denise
February 22, 2011
Forever in my heart....I love you Jackie
Karen Cook
February 21, 2011
Hey Jackie it's me Karen. You know the one that loves you and your family. I'm glad you are no longer in pain, You have begun your new journey with your dad, and one day I'll meet you on the other side. love ya sis. And to Jackie's family, I am so sorry you all had to give up a wonderful lady, daughter, mom, wife, grandma, and friend. I was so lucky to call her my friend.
Michele and Justin Earney
February 21, 2011
She was a beautil person. My son and I will miss her!!!!
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