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Jordan McNair Obituary
McNair was hospitalized after a team workout on May 29. He was airlifted to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, where he received a liver transplant. The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
“Our team is heartbroken with the loss of Jordan McNair,” Maryland coach DJ Durkin said in a statement. “Jordan was an incredible young man, and his passion and enthusiasm made him an invaluable and beloved member of our team. Jordan was a hard worker and always had a smile on his face. He was an extremely talented football player and humble and genuine human being.”
McNair was from Randallstown, Maryland, and played football for McDonogh High School in Owings Mill. He was a redshirt freshman at the University of Maryland and had played in one game the previous season. He was listed as 6-feet-4, 325 pounds, and was a kinesiology major.
“Lord, words cannot explain anything right now. Thank you for allowing me to know a great friend, teammate and a man who was truly a brother. Watch over us all Jordan and rest in peace, Love you forever,” Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill wrote on Twitter.
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68 Entries
October 25, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the Family's...My condolences.
Rashidah
December 26, 2018
His family referred to him as a Gentle Giant. May God continue to ease and comfort all of your hearts.
Hope Mcdonald
November 1, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Rest easy, Jordan.
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September 10, 2018
My condolences to your family please remember during this time of sorrow God wants you to look to him for comfort! Jeremiah 29:11,12 says He is thinking of you with thoughts of peace. He will listen to your prayers.
Mike Sands
September 1, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Sudden loss of a loved one is so very hard but it is all the more tragic in that the sudden loss is that of a son or daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'll trust that the Lord will give you comfort and strength as you face the days ahead. God bless you all. Mike Sands, Mount Airy, NC
August 20, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Richard barone
August 16, 2018
Mr. & Mrs. McNair, I cannot imagine the pain of your loss. As a father of a young teen it's our biggest fear. Jordan is playing for God now and awaits to be reunited with you both. May Our Lord God wrap His loving arms around you the entire McNair family, we grieve with you and pray for you.
Respect and condolences
Richard Barone
Ann Stokman
August 13, 2018
Sorry to hear of the loss
Carolyn Boose
August 12, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to comfort you and your family.
Doyle McCurley
August 11, 2018
I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. I never met him but he seems like a GREAT young man. May God rest his soul.
July 21, 2018
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family for their loss of a loved one, who will be remembered for his athletic ability. I hope you find comfort and help in God during this time of mourning.
L M
July 19, 2018
My heart truly goes out to you.
Time and unexpected events befall us all I lost my Brother Sister and nephew with in three months as we cope and endure these critical times Please be comforted in knowing that God cares and He will bring an end to pain and suffering soon through his government as promised at Matthew 6:9
July 7, 2018
May The God of All Comfort be with the family of Jordan McNair during the days of sorrow. Under the shadow of his wings may you find refuge.
F L
July 4, 2018
To The McNair Family,
Death leaves a heartache that only Almighty God can heal. Love leaves precious memories that know one can steal. May, "the God of all comfort," be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.1Cor 15:26
With Kindness and Heartfelt Regret.
With Sympathy and Hope
Kat
June 27, 2018
June 26, 2018
This is hard to believe because we thought Jordan was recovering well. Prayers for his family.
June 21, 2018
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love one.
June 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Death affects all ages. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
June 20, 2018
When we lose a loved one, they become a memory, in turn, that memory brings joy to our heart. May you hold on to those memories of your dear loved one. My condolence.
Deanna J Cureton
June 20, 2018
My Heart goes out to the McNair family in the lost of your young loved one You All loved him but GOD loved him best. Now he is Safe in Jesus's Arms
June 20, 2018
My condolences to the family. He left you way to early and way too young. I can only imagine your heartache now and hope you find peace as you grieve. Monica S.
Nathaniel Logan
June 19, 2018
Rest in Paradise young man - you were a true gentlemen and wonderful personality. You will truly be missed be all those you came in contact with. #prayersuplifted
Pam H.
June 18, 2018
I am so sorry for your lost. A gentleman with so much potential and a promising future. My heart goes out to the McNair family. God bless you all. (McDonogh Family_ Class of 2018)
Katrina Henderson
June 18, 2018
Rest Easy in Paradise Jordan ...You will be surely missed
Lloyd
June 18, 2018
My deepest condolences to the McNair Family. May this message bring a measure of comfort to the Family in your time of grief. May the God of all comfort, keep you during this trial.
Chandra K
June 18, 2018
RIP, sweet Jordan. Words cannot explain the immense sadness I feel over your loss. Gone too soon. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Lucero
June 18, 2018
Let us also put off every weight and the sin that easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.
S B
June 18, 2018
May the family find comfort in knowing that "Precious in he eyes of God, is the death of his loyal ones". Psalms 116:15
June 18, 2018
My heart goes out to your family. May support from friends and family and even ones like me that that didn't know your loved one but have deep concern for others.
I pray that our Heavenly Father through his Son Jesus comfort you through this difficult time.
Lee...STL, MO
Marie
June 18, 2018
Condolences to Jordan's family and teammates.
June 18, 2018
As a grandmother i can only imagine your pain. My grandson is the same age. Words don't always express our feelings .however our heavenly father hears the pleadings of our unspoken words .romans8:26 may the God of tender mercies comfort you all at this time. A grandmother
June 17, 2018
God Bless
June 17, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
G. Freeman
June 16, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Frances Priester
June 16, 2018
I am truly sorry about the passing of Jordan McNair. There is no doubt that he left a lasting impression on all those who knew and loved him. The times well-spent will be memories that will keep him alive in your hearts. May "the God of all comfort" (2Corinthins 1:3) see you through this difficult loss.
Respectfully submitted,
Precious in God's eyes is the death of his loyal ones. Psalm 116:15
Pamela Strong
June 16, 2018
June 16, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
wmc
June 16, 2018
R.I.P Jordan you will be missed.
Bobbi Rhen
June 15, 2018
R.I.P. Jordan McNair. I remember him in the Big 33 football this past year. Sending prayers to his family members and his Team Mates on the Maryland Football team!
J L
June 15, 2018
My condolences to your family during this time of grief.
Erline
June 15, 2018
Deeply saddened by your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
June 15, 2018
May the fond memories of Jordan gives his family and friends comfort . Remember God understand your sorrow and he will listen to your prayers and pay attention to your pleas for help. In the days of distress, he will answer you. The McNair family have our deepest sympathy.
Stevens
June 15, 2018
My condolences to the McNair Family. So sorry for your loss. Remember the happy memories of the times you share with Jordan. In time, these memories may help you to heal rather than cause you to hurt.
Clara G.
June 15, 2018
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel towards the loss of this dear young one. May Almighy God grant you peace, love and mercy to help family, friends and fans to cope with this great loss.
June 15, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss may the promise of the resurection in the very near future brings you much comfort and peace; John 6:40
CE
L Taylor
June 15, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jordan McNair. Please be assured that life is very precious to our creator. He promises to act in our behalf with the loss of a dear loved one. (1 Corinthians 15:26)
Patillo Family
June 15, 2018
Our deepest sympathies and condolences on the loss of your son, team-mate, friend, family. Jordan was an extraordinary young man.
June 15, 2018
Deepest condolences to the family and friends. Treasure the fond memories.
Rhonda, MD
June 15, 2018
My condolences to the family McNair Family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
Tammy Penny
June 15, 2018
My heart goes out to the family and friends of the young man! I am so sorry for you loss! There are no words.
June 15, 2018
To young, to soon, for such a young man with everything ahead of him. May comfort and peace come to the family and friends.
Linda W
June 15, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences for his sudden passing and the horrific pains and loss you have been forced to endure. May the God of all comfort hears your cries and rescue you with comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. Psalms145:18,19
June 15, 2018
To the McNair family, sorry for your loss. Words can't erase the pain you feel at this time. So I will leave this scriptural thought Psalms 94:19 When anxieties overwhelmed me, you comforted and soothed me. That is what God will do for you. Help each other to get through this dark time in your life. Pray for things to do that will soothe your pain.
Cowana Parker
June 15, 2018
I did not know this young man, but I uplift prayers to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for the family. Be encouraged through this difficult time. God Bless you.
K Smith
June 15, 2018
I wish to express my sympathy to the family of Jordan McNair. No doubt the loss of a loved can be devastating. May you find comfort from the inspired words of Luke 7:11-15. It offers the wonderful hope of seeing our loved ones again.
J
June 15, 2018
Losing a loved one is a painful experience. May the God of tender mercies and comfort soothe your aching hearts as you cherish the memories of your precious Jordan.
June 15, 2018
While words fail to capture the pain of losing a loved one, we look forward to the time when words will fail to capture the joy of having our heavenly Father return your dear one to you.
S K McCaskill
June 14, 2018
A shining light extinguished much too soon.
Prayers for his family.
Patricia Ann Ware
June 14, 2018
Sorry to hear of such a painful loss of this awesome young man. It's always so sad to lose someone so very young. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and team mates. I pray the Lord will give you all strength, comfort, and peace. God Bless you all.
Harry Simpson
June 14, 2018
Godspeed Jordan....
Walker
June 14, 2018
Very sorry to read of this. Hoping the many who loved him hearts be comforted by knowing, he will be missed but God never forgets.
Sincerely,
Shanyce Flowers
June 14, 2018
Let good thoughts of your loved one feel your hearts with love and bring you peace.My sincerest condolences for the family and friends
June 14, 2018
May the God of all comfort be with you.
Sincerely
Brian
June 14, 2018
Bright young man that had a future, I give my condolences to the McNair family in this most difficult time.
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