Funeral services for William Robert Jordan, age 96 of Fayetteville, will be conducted Saturday at 11:00 am at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Jim Black and Bro. Tom Russell officiating. Burial will follow in Higgins Cedar Hills Memorial Gardens. Mr. Jordan passed away Thursday morning in Middle Tennessee Medical Center in Murfreesboro.
A native of Dayton, TN, he was the son of the late Henry Richard and Susan Ritchie Jordan. Mr. Jordan moved to Chattanooga at age ten and to Lincoln County in 1994. He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force, retired accountant with Brooks Welding Supply, and a member of the Washington Street Church of Christ. Prior to moving to Fayetteville Mr. Jordan served as an Elder at White Oak Church of Christ in Chattanooga.
Survivors include his wife of 72 years Dora Winkler Jordan of Fayetteville, two daughters Anne Underwood and husband John of Fayetteville, Jennifer Anderson and husband David of Garland, TX, grandchildren Shannon Reed of Fayetteville, Allyson Barnes of Fayetteville, Julie (Julio) Orantes of Murfreesboro, TN, Carrie (Jeb) Matulich of Frisco, TX and Leigh (Eric) Houston of Castle Rock, CO, 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Jordan was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.
Visitation with the family will be Friday evening from 5-8 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home.
15 Comments To "William Robert Jordan"
#1 Comment By Danny and Patricia Bryant On June 6, 2013 @ 9:29 pm
Patricia and I are sorry for your loss.To of lived 96 years and been married 72 years is amazing .Our prayers are with your family.
#2 Comment By Cindy Mitchell Mingle On June 6, 2013 @ 11:03 pm
We are so sad to hear about the death of Mr. Jordan. He was such a kind man. The entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rarely do you hear of people today being married for 72 years – what a wonderful example Mr and Mrs Jordan have been to all of us.
#3 Comment By Wanda Preston On June 7, 2013 @ 1:26 am
Anne and family, I know your hearts are sad with the passing of your dad. Never a time when we are ready for good-byes, even if only temporary. You are in my thoughts and prayers although I will not be there at the visitation or funeral.
#4 Comment By Janice Moore Gregory On June 7, 2013 @ 1:34 am
Mrs. Jordan, Anne and family:
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Jordan passing away. He and Mrs. Jordan have been such good neighbors to Mom all these years. He will be greatly missed. God bless, Brent and Janice
#5 Comment By Faye and Johnny Hill On June 7, 2013 @ 1:40 am
Dear Anne and family,
We are thinking of all of you and wishing you peace.
With much love,
The Hills
#6 Comment By Sarah and Jack Raby On June 7, 2013 @ 5:48 am
We loved Mr. Jordan. Mr. and Mrs. Jordan were such inspirations to us. We loved talking with them at church. I know that your hearts are hurting as are ours. Please know that your are in our prayers now and in the future. May God give our peace. We love all of you.
#7 Comment By Dora Barnes On June 7, 2013 @ 2:13 pm
To all the Underwood Family,
Sending my deepest sympathy to all the family. So sorry to learn of Mr. Jordan’s passing. May your precious memories bring comfort to you at this difficult time.
Dora Barnes
#8 Comment By Kathy Smith On June 7, 2013 @ 5:19 pm
Allyson, I am sorry for your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
#9 Comment By Tippy Ingram On June 7, 2013 @ 8:28 pm
Please accept my sympathy in the loss of this very special member of your family.
#10 Comment By Ronnie and Eloise Hudgins On June 8, 2013 @ 1:14 am
Mrs.Dora, Anne and all the family. So sorry to learn of Mr. Jordan’s passing. We loved talking with him when we attended Washington St. He was very learned in the Scriptures and a joy to be around. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. Blessings, Ronnie and Eloise
#11 Comment By Carolyn Brooks On June 8, 2013 @ 1:41 am
Dear Anne and Family,
You and your Mom and family are in my thoughts and prayers. How blessed you have been to have your Dad and Mom for this many years! What a sweet couple and what an example to everyone. Think of all the wonderful memories and stay strong.
Love you,
#12 Comment By nancy mcgee jackson On June 9, 2013 @ 11:38 pm
Dear Family,
#13 Comment By nancy mcgee jackson On June 9, 2013 @ 11:49 pm
We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Bill while we were delivering meals-on-wheels about 8 years ago. He was always so friendly and full of energy.
It was truly inspirational to see someone in their 80’s reaching out and helping others.
Every time I saw him out in public he would always stop and talk. I hope I can age as well as he did.
May peace fill your hearts.
Our sympathy, Bill and Nancy McGee Jackson
#14 Comment By rexine douthit pigg On June 13, 2013 @ 8:46 pm
This is a celebration of life experiences for your Dad Anne ! just think what he experienced.in 96 years, AWESOME! you are so blessed to have had him and a Christian Mom/family. In Christian love, Rexine
#15 Comment By W. Paul and Janet Kee On July 23, 2013 @ 6:29 pm
Bill was a giant in the Faith. He launched out to visit Cameroon and also supported the work there in many ways. What a joy to be with him and Dora last October! He really nutured us and many medical missionaries over the years and will NEVER be forgotten.