Retired Senior Virginia State Trooper Jerry W. Tiller

Retired Senior Virginia State Trooper Jerry W. Tiller

Retired Senior Virginia State Trooper Jerry W. Tiller, 75, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away on November 23, 2025, at Sovah Health – Martinsville. He was born on August 2, 1950, in Grundy, Virginia, to the late Leonard Tiller and Dolly Presley Tiller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Velvie Tiller, Mabel Davis, Norma Dodson, and Nadine Keen; and his brothers, Harold Tiller and Homer Tiller.

A proud graduate of Grundy High School, Jerry furthered his education by earning two associate degrees from Patrick Henry Community College and Danville Community College. He was a member of Gospel Baptist Church.

Jerry honorably served the Commonwealth as a State Trooper with the Virginia State Police for over 22 years, a career distinguished by dedication, courage, and unwavering integrity. Following his service, he continued his commitment to hard work as a manager with Martin Landing for 14 years. He was also a devoted member of the Virginia State Police Association, Amvets, and the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP).

Jerry was married to his devoted wife, Karen M. Tiller, for 49 years. Along with his wife, he is survived by one brother, Horace Tiller; his special daughter, Karen S. Doyle; his niece, Teresa Thomasson; special grandchildren, Chip Doyle, Trinity Doyle, and Sebastian Doyle; his best friend of 50 years of Mike McPeek; and his special friend, Paul T. Kennedy Jr.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Critical Care Unit Nursing Staff at Sovah Health, Paul T. Kennedy Jr., the staff of Bassett Funeral Service, members of Area 42 State Police, and Karen S. Doyle for their kindness, care, and support.

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, by visiting, https://donorservices.alz.org and the Virginia State Police Association, https://vspa.org/donation.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Bassett Funeral Service Chapel. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Emtombment will follow at Roselawn Burial Park with full Virginia State Police honors.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.bassettfuneralservice.com.Bassett Funeral Service is honored to serve the Tiler Family.