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SALUTE
to First Responders
Why did you decide to be a police officer?
I decided to become a police officer because I wanted to make a
meaningful impact on people’s lives. I want to help those that
cannot help themselves. I chose this career for the loyalty and
honor.
How long have you been with the Pearl Police
Department?
Since 2015 - six years.
Tell us about your family.
My husband is Deputy Sentel Easterling, and he works for
the Rankin County Sheriff Department. We have been married
for three years, and have a four-year-old daughter together. My
oldest son, Clayton Shaffer, is 19 years old and is a United States
Marine. My second son is Xander Jay, and he is 12. My third,
Taylor Jay is 10, and our youngest’s name is Jadyn Easterling.
What is the toughest thing you have experienced
in your job?
The toughest thing I have experienced so far is the passing
of a child. Nothing in this field prepares you enough to see
the life of a child taken so soon.
Share some things you enjoy doing in your spare time.
What I enjoy doing in my spare time is spending time with
my family.
Officer
Jeannie
Easterling
PEARL POLICE DEPARTMENT
What are three things on your bucket list?
- Visit Bora Bora
- Travel the world
- Move to an island
100 • MAY 2021