Jaylin Theodore Hartless

Jaylin Theodore Hartless (21) Of Alexandria, VA passed away Friday, September 19, 2025. Loving son to Corey Peterson and Jennifer Hartless and beloved Brother to Brianna Hartless, Ja'Nae Hartless, Bryce Hartless, Amir Hartless, Deandre Evans, Benjamin Ackah, David Ackah , Deven Durling. As well as being an adored nephew and cousin to the Peterson Simms, Hartless, Talbott and & Trittipoe Families. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Carolyn & Harvey Peterson, Eva & Clyde Talbott, Louis Talbott, William shepherd, Anita Childs, His name sake Theodore Talbott, Angela Mason, Christopher Brown , Doughboy, Lawrence Trittipoe & Aunt Rosemary Livingood who just gained her wings on September 21st 2025. Y'all may have known him as Paper Route, but to us he's a loving brother, uncle, devoted son, and amazing man who will be loved and missed by so many. Jaylin was a gentle soul with a fierce passion for sports and music. His light touched everyone he met, and his laughter, his lyrics, and his quiet strength will forever live on in our hearts. He loved hard, Jaylin left his mark on his family, friends and anyone who ever met him. No words can describe this pain of having such a light ripped from us. This hole will remain empty without his presence, but his spirit will always live through the precious memories we all shared with him. Relatives and friends will be received at Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5755 Castlewellan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22315, Friday, October 3, 2025, 4-7PM. Memorial contributions may be made in Jaylin's honor to (Jennifer Hartless/Corey Peterson) or a charity of your choice.