Parker Alexander Jordan

1992 - 2014

Parker Alexander Jordan passed away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014. Memorial service: for Parker will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parker Jordan Memorial Fund at Fort Worth Country Day or to the Alpha Phi chapter of Theta Chi fraternity in Parker's name. Parker Alexander Jordan was born Sept. 8, 1992, to Randa and Jeff Jordan, and was brother to Ryan, Katie and Edward. Parker lived life to the fullest. His bright smile and big hugs left a profound impact on everyone he met. A 2011 graduate of Fort Worth Country Day, Parker loved his FWCD family beginning in kindergarten. All who knew him remember him as an energetic, happy and loving friend. While in high school, Parker was a dedicated athlete on the varsity basketball, volleyball and tennis teams. He put his heart and soul into each team. Parker joined the University of Alabama family, majoring in accounting. He was a cherished brother of the Theta Chi fraternity. Roll Tide. In addition to being dedicated to his studies, Parker had an unmatched passion for Camp Longhorn, where he began as a young camper progressing to head counselor and staff during his college summer years. He was a true friend to everyone and a role model for his campers. His tall stature lit up the camp on a daily basis. Parker loved his job, and did it for the same reason he did everything, because of his passion for life. Parker will be remembered for his warmth and ability to befriend everyone. His larger-than-life personality shined through in everything he did. Preceding Parker in death were his grandparents, Russell and Lois Jordan; his aunt, Becky Jordan; and his aunt, Sarah Jordan. Survivors: Parker is survived by his loving parents, Randa and Jeffrey Jordan; brother, Ryan Jordan and fiancee, Ali Bagdy; sister, Katie Jordan; brother, Edward Selvik; Parker's girlfriend, Katelyn Katsafanas; his grandparents, Norma O'Brien, Richard O'Brien and Ellie Krauth; great-aunt, Mary Ann Grote; uncle, Kevin O'Brien and wife, Sandi, and their children, Kelli, Bradley and Davis; aunt, Lisa Cavender and fiance, Michael Betz, and son, Bryan; and uncle, Gary Jordan and his children, Clark, David, Alyssa and Christopher Selvik.