GREENSBORO, N.C. — Guilford County Chief District Court Judge Tom Jarrell has died.
North Carolina Judicial Branch Communications Director Sharon Gladwell confirmed Jarrell's death Monday morning. He was 56 years old. Jarrell received the 2018 Excellence in Judicial Service Award given by Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper paid homage to Jarrell with a Facebook post on Monday.
"Our hearts are heavy at the sudden loss of Judge Tom Jarrell of Guilford County, who served justice and his community with unparalleled dedication. Our state has lost a true public servant. Kristin and I send our deep condolences to his wife Cindy, their three sons, his mother Mary and the entire family."
Gladwell did not know exactly how or when Jarrell passed.
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