Just Plain Nasty

I’ve always liked Gloria McColl, and I have considered her a well-meaning, nice lady. No more. Her nasty attack on John Hartley and his name change is just that: nasty! (San Diego at Large, Aug. 30.)

I remember a few years ago, John told me of his name change and how much it meant to his grandfather. They were especially close after John’s parents divorced, remarried and had additional children. His grandfather’s handsome picture was always hung over his desk, and I know it reminds him daily of their special bond.

Through the years I’ve known John Hartley, I have realized how he enjoys senior citizens and how he is always willing to help with their problems in the community. Now that I reflect on this, I see the affection for his grandfather continues. John and his grandfather had a very special friendship, and I know that taking his name was an act of a very thoughtful and caring person--John Hartley.

RUTH DUEMLER

San Diego