Donna Reitler (Mother of Trisha Reitler)
Appearances
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
And I knew my life would never be the same. Her parents, Donna and Gary, excited to take on the new role of mom and dad.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
The then 19 year old decided to go to Indiana West Lane University and Marion 4 1⁄2 hours from home. Trisha on an academic scholarship at the school. She was training to join the track team, but on the afternoon of March 29th, 1993, investigators say she took a break from studying and walked to the local Marsh.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
Detectives say the bag and receipt were found along the road. Almost two days later, her clothes were found in the field across the street from the supermarket.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
30 years later, that sentiment from police still holds true.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
But here's the thing about time. It never stops ticking.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
She had so much to offer everybody. Trisha's parents don't think she's still alive. Their hope has changed from finding her alive to finding her body.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
They hope that someone will come forward. Trisha, I'm trying.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
The time doesn't make the guilt or sense of failure go away.
Murder In America
EP. 200: SERIAL KILLER Larry Hall
A memorial is now in place at Indiana West Lane's campus. Trisha's parents tell me when they're in town, they come and pay it a visit. In Marion, Caitlin Kendall, WRTV.