Jordan James Anderson

Jordan James Anderson

Jordan Anderson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2007.
ANDERSON, Corporal Jordan J. While proudly serving his country in Afghanistan, Corporal Jordan James Anderson died honourably on July 4, 2007 at the age of 25. Dearly beloved husband of Amanda (nee McGrath). Loving son of James and Sheila Anderson. Dear brother of Ben, Matt and Sam. Dear grandson of Margaret Anderson (late W.F.D. "Andy"), Christina Cossar (late RCAF Captain Cy), Cleophas and Margaret Gubbels and Matt and Jean McGrath. Dear son-in-law of Teresa Pelda (Robert) and Timothy McGrath. Jordan will be dearly missed by his brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins, numerous friends and his beloved dog Penny. Friends are invited to visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 315 McLeod Street, Ottawa on Friday, July 13 from 2:30 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church, 400 St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Interment National Military Cemetery. Jordan was an avid reader, dog lover and was knowledgeable in many areas, such as history, politics and religion. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund for PPCLI Bursary, care of RHQ 1PPCLI P.O. Box 10500, Station Forces, CFB Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4J5, or to SPCA Edmonton, 12251-67th Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5B 1M8 would be appreciated.

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205 Entries

Roger Borchert

November 10, 2016

In thoughts of all those who have given all that could be given for our freedoms, our beliefs, our futures and in thoughts of their families, loved ones, friends and fellow soldiers. Thank You. We Will Remember

Etched in history's past hundred years
Is freedom's struggle forth
As nations stood allied to stand
To stop tyranny's closing doors
So many sons
Lay in far off lands
Never to return
Except in thoughts and memories shared
By their fellow soldiers, families, friends
What touches hearts still beating for
Those who stood that ground
Are those who shared their stories forth
Of a war that turned around
As years passed by
Nations share
A bond that cannot brake
Those who found freedom's door
Opened in their wake
Dear Lord, sons and daughters taught
Their children, of the past
Now years and years
So little's changed
Except the speed the news is passed
Yes war has changed
This past hundred years
As more and more have stood
Fallen near, that brethren strong
Freedom held so dear
I wish my tears could wash away
The reality war has shown
Shown to me, as one who cares
As one who's stood so near
One who allowed the tears to flow
As a mom talked and shared her love
For a fallen one
She held so dear
Now lifted high above
To continue caring, listening
As their daughters chatted so
And let me know
Of a love they held
For a dad who gave his all
His love
For his Nation dear
His all for a world to be
That which he would pass along
To his children strong and free
I stand with fallen angels
Their families, loved ones, friends
I stand with soldier bears who've heard
Over and over and over, again
I love you dad, I love you mom
I wish, you could come home
But now I know you look after me
From where ever angels go

By Roger Borchert For Remembrance Day 2016

My heart goes out to so many families who have shared with me, their journey to overcome such loss. My thanks to Britt and Sarah Stewart of Allan' s Angels Camp for introducing me to your soldier bears and letting me hear your dad say in his own voice good night to you even 3 years after his loss. My journey into 8 years of poetry and caring for the families of our fallen and wounded has taken so much of a bite out of me and left me so proud of our soldiers and their military families; I cannot turn away. Hugs to all: We Will Remember Them.

Roger, Eileen and The Borchert Family Morinville, Alberta

Roger Borchert

December 24, 2015

In thoughts of our fallen, their families, fellow soldiers, loved ones, and friends this Christmas 2015. May you enjoy the beauty, the wonder, and the miracles Christmas lays at our sides and in our hearts.

They stand nearby the window
Looking out through frost and fog
In hopes of seeing that miracle
That brings a loved one close
Their sighs in frosted vapor
Cling to that window pane
And will not melt
Until their heart, allows it to be felt
A moment, a special moment
A gentle thought recalled
Warms a heart
Fills a mind, with love once held so close
Oh Lord, I pray, their angel
Wanders close
Wanders near
For hearts, who held a soldier dear
Would see their loved one near
A child, a wife, a mom, a dad
A brother, sister, fellow soldier, loved one, friend
Would see the vision of one who stood
So proudly for all of them
I pray, Oh Lord, Our Canada
Feels their hearts, shares their tears
And holds them close, near beside
At this special time of year
For it is that time, when hearts break so
When hearts feel so much pain
For those they love
Those who gave
For a better world to save
I pray they view the value
Of the colours that appear
At this time, in Christmas joy
That brings us all so near
A special child
Found in love
For a world, held so dear
Walked among, mortal souls
Allowed a moment near
A moment of a lifetime
Albeit short, standing proud
Never flinched, never swayed
Towards a better world to save
Onward, onward, they have stood
Hold back tyranny or terror
In memory of one who shone
A light of Christmas Cheer
If we could just, but capture
A moment out of time
To share the glow of angels near
As a soldier left behind
All that was so sacred
All that held so dear
All that was the love of life
That held so many near
We would know that there, is more to life
Than each of us can give
It's seen within the window's glow
Through the frost on which it clings
As fond, fond memories melt its cold
And friends, loved ones, do recall
A Soldier as he wandered near
Near for all of us

By Roger Borchert

Wishing you all the Joy and Warmth Christmas has to offer. Know only; we just need to open our hearts to allow its's wonder to appear.

Merry Christmas
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta

Roger Borchert

April 3, 2015

My poem for this Easter 2015

There are times respect
Grasps at the heart
For a gift so far beyond
Incomprehensibly stilled within the minds
Of those who've seen the light
So brightly shone within mind's eye
As real as life can bare
As heroes rode a highway home
Tears welled up within eyes
A nation stood, so near, to show
Their families, loved ones, friends
They weren't alone in sorrow's depth
As their loved ones returned home

On this, such special weekend
As hearts ponder a gift t'was given
To all mankind across our earth
From one who stood divine
A gift to grant a new birth
Believe in me, the message taught
He spread his good across the lands
Followed every step he took
He lived, he died, at the hands
Of those who could not see
The good he shared, the morals taught
The love that came to be
For all mankind forgiveness
For all another chance
For all to see each other
With a mutual respect
To pass along wherever roamed
A foundation of a world to be
He rose again from where entombed
To show, living, is more than life
It is how we live
What we give
During our moment here on earth

For centuries throughout history
There are those who are the beast
Who walk our earth immoral
Defile everything they see
Decimate, exterminate
Terrorize all within their path
Who do not share a vision held
In the mind, the beast has grasped
Easter weekend is about a love
Respect beyond compare
Passed on from one
Who stood, who gave
For a better world to come
Canada was founded
On this love passed along
A nation of mutual tolerance
And respect for all mankind
We are a collage of humanity
Evolved for a world to see
That mankind from a world surround
Can share a nation free
That rise to share this goodness
Stand across a world protect
A gift from those who make it so
Who stand to hold the beast

For all those who have stood, been wounded, or given their lives to foster this goodness across our world, we remain forever in your debt. May you know the light of eternal life shared and celebrated each Easter.

By Roger Borchert

Our hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family
Morinville, Alberta

Roger Borchert

December 23, 2014

For the Families of our Canadian Forces who lost a loved one during or due to their service for our nation, Christmas 2014

I have seen the frost the low clouds bring
As it rests on every branch
Glistens forth from each blade of grass
Paints pictures on the glass
Captured for a moment
Till sunshine's glow warms the chill
That froze each thought
The low clouds brought
As they wrapped around the soul
But the glisten, oh that glisten
Its sparkle shining forth
It brings the smiles, then the tears
As Christmas gathers forth
Lord our world is a reality
That spills what life unfolds
And those who've stood, those who gave
Are those we hold so close
Captured in a memory
Of a sibling, daughter, son, mom or dad
Who took that step, held out that hand
In a far off distant land
They took that step for Canada
For a whole wide world protect
And visit now at special times
As if they've never left
They are that sparkle that brings a tear
They are that laughter that brings a smile
They are that warmth now ever held so close
And at Christmas they're always near
Held forever in a heart's belief
Glowing brighter than the stars
That shines in eyes that hold them close
Throughout each Christmas time
Hang that special bulb upon the tree
The one that gleams and glows
That one that holds all Frosty shines
Glistening in the snow
For a special, special son was born
Who stepped forth to change a world
Who shared his life for all mankind
Brought forth hope of eternal life
So many tears at Christmas time
So many found in joy
So many smiles surround the tree
Each blessed Christmas morn

By Roger Borchert

We Will Remember Them. Wishing You All a Very Joyous Christmas and All the Best in the Coming Year
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta

Roger Borchert

November 9, 2014

A thought in Remembrance, 2014. Please Know, We Will Remember Them.

A nation is measured by the hearts that beat
That make up its collective soul
And is witnessed in steps taken forth
As across a world they've roamed
I gathered my thoughts reluctantly
While about, out on a walk
A blustery day, as wind blew by
Leaves falling from the sky
I looked into the heavens
As tears were rolling down
My cheeks a chill, the tears they froze
As at once I realized
The leaves were endless soldiers
Who stood for all and gave
So we might each day have the joy
To walk in freedom's way
To not be hiding who we are
Not worry, to grow old
To not be shuffled to the side
To stand and be so bold
To demand that freedom is the goal
Of our nation standing strong
For founded in the leaves that blow
Are the hearts, the very souls
The torches passed to soldiers
From a brethren strong and free
Who stood and said no more, no more
As tyranny roamed the streets
Of far off lands, now close at home
They stood, they lived, they died
They paid the price of freedom
The price of Canada
For they have stood and given all
On behalf of all of us
A tear is just a moment
A fleeting moment's thought
2 minutes in a year that's passed
For freedom for all of us
2 minutes to remember
Those who lived, those who gave
That we could build a nation strong
Stronger by the day
But only through reflection
In the pool of tears now shed
For those who gave their very all
That we might live the dream they bled
A precious little flower
A poppy just to say
That we remember
Those who stood
In such an honoured way
Please stop for just a moment
A thought, a prayer, a tear
For those who've lost
Those who've stood
Their families, loved ones, friends
Please reflect on what
Life might have brought
If not for all of them

By Roger Borchert

Thank You to all those who have served, serve presently, all of their families, loved ones, and friends who walk so nearby their sides and support them as they step forth on our behalf. A very special Thank You to all those who have shared and lost their loved one in the service or because of their service on behalf of our Canada.

Our hearts, our tears, our prayers
We Will Remember Them
The Borchert Family, Morinville, Alberta

Roger Borchert

December 23, 2013

For the families and children of our fallen this Christmas 2013

Colours glowing near a window pain
Shimmer gentle, seen, the sight
Lifting hearts in yuletide's glow
On Christmas Eve, tonight
Let them hear the carols
Sung on high
Sung in hearts so light
Sung with all the love that grew
Sung with all their might
As they gather close
Around their Christmas tree
Recall a life time, shared
Broke into tears, for a life once shared
With a nation
With all of us
Oh Lord our child of Canada
Lost a soldier, Oh So Dear
To a world that needed
A strong, strong heart
To stand, to say, no more
In a world gone so terribly wrong
On behalf of me and you
They stood, they gave, all that they could
Left those they loved behind
We now cherish, the very thought
A thought that's so profound
Hearts have risen high above
As angle's wings do fly
Carrying forth their love so dear
We hold them near to us
Their wives, their children
Their moms, their dads
Their families, loved ones, friends
And those who walked at their sides
On behalf of all of us
As sunshine gathers, sparkles thought
In the snow that's on a tree
May the beauty of the gift they gave
Shine on for you and me
May the warmth of love surround their hearts
Quell the hurt, the pain the loss
May it bring your soldier, mom, or dad
Close to you tonight
May they wrap their loving arms so tight
Hold you close and oh so near
And let you know you're never alone
At this precious time of year
In life, in birth, a special child
Was born on Christmas morn
To bring to you that special chance
To be near to them once more

May the Joy of Christmas warm your hearts and lift your spirits high
Shine the glow that Christmas brings
Close to you tonight

By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake/Morinville, Alberta
Our hearts, Our tears, Our prayers, Shared, This Christmas 2013
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Eva Kelly

November 11, 2013

God Bless your family- I received this picture of your son on my desk this morning and read his story

thank you Jordan for your sacrafice and ````````you will be remember

Roger Borchert

November 6, 2013

We Will Remember Them. Written for Remembrance Day 2013

For those who've stood at the gates of hell
As battle rages forth
And stood to hold their line, their fate
To lift a new world rising forth
A world in which freedom's hand
Was openly held toward
To those to escape the bonds that bind
To hold them ever more
From the clutches, the beating down
Their spirit and their hearts
Those who held that outstretched hand
To those who needed help
So thankful all a world should be
For they stood for another voice
One that held our hearts, our minds
Standing very close
Freedom is not just a venture forth
It is a way of life
That lends us all, the gift to stand
Go forth for what is right
And allow all those to climb aboard
Who see it in their sight
Oh Lord you gave us choices
Good or evil found in hearts
The two, so very different hold
Our worlds so far apart
Tonight I looked into the coals
Of embers burning bright
And saw the life of those who share
Our nation's glowing light
At first their dreams are smoke and mirrors
Of a life that used to be
And then each soldier rises up
Gives meaning to where they've been
Learning pride, remembrance
From those who've stood before
Those who tossed the torch that holds
Their futures, evermore
So many didn't return back home
They lay where poppies grow
So many others caught their torch
And across our earth they've roamed
Within this new world
They have worked so hard
To help to come about
A world where sons, where daughters, rise
And share a brand new world's spark
Lord love them for they took a stand
And said no more, no more
A message needed
In our world today
As terror knocks on every door
We could never wander very far
From these hearts so warm that said
Our world needs us brave enough
To stand in terror's way
So as you sit around a campfire's light
Look in and see how bright
The glow that warmed those hearts to stand
As they stood for all of us
We can never forget that step they took
We remember those who gave
All they could towards a better world
A better world today

We Thank Them
We Will Remember Them
Strong of heart
Strong in spirit
Glowing heroes to recall each day

By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta

Roger Borchert

March 30, 2013

My poem, written for this Easter 2013, in respect of those who have given their very all to bring about a better world on our behalf and in recognition of their families, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers who miss them so deeply at each Easter Sunday meal. May They R.I.P. We Will Remember Them.

Empty chairs each Easter Sunday
In homes across our land
Tears flowing gently
For each son or daughter
Mom or dad
Who gave a heart to Canada
Stood proud for me and you
Stepped forth to make a difference
In a world, in need, they knew
I've seen comets
I've seen meteors
But what I saw the other night
Was a glowing ball
Streak across the sky
In slow motion, in its flight
It glowed so bright, like mini moon
Its colour just the same
And then in the spirit with which it came
Turned to darkness once again
Overjoyed in what, I had seen
It was not a shooting star
It was a light that lifted high
In the brief moment of its spark
Oh lord, so many soldiers
So young and full of life
Have moved my heart
In this gentle way
As they've stood so far apart
Parted from their families
Parted from their friends
Stood so tall for who we are
Given all that could be given
Now held so close, within the hearts
Of those who miss them so
As bright, as seen, this palm Sunday's eve
Not unlike a story foretold
Of a son who gave his very all
So others would follow
Follow in a dream, a way
That a world would see a light
Of goodness spread across a world
At freedoms dawning sight
Oh Lord be near our soldier
Who also gave a life
For all to see a better world
On behalf of all of us
Lord, I dare not compare your son of life
To our warriors brave and true
I only give this humble voice
Of their efforts, the good, they do
Standing tall
Standing brave
Standing with all you shared
Within their hearts as young they were
To mold them
Brave for you

By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta

Roger Borchert

December 23, 2012

For the Families of Our Fallen This Christmas 2012

Angel's feathers falling
To remind us they're up there
Wind chimes sounding gently
To let us know the lord is near
Today is but a lull, in winter's nasty chill
One can see the storm clouds building
Circling, all around us now
We hold so close the warmth that was
To let it not escape
Yet no matter how hard we try
The warmth, it finds the gate
The chill it reaches down inside
Attaches to the spine
Sends shivers climbing through us now
Hearts are frozen held in time
For those who've lost a loved one, friend
Tis all they can endure
A hope, a wish, a prayer, t'would bring
Their loved one home again
Oh Lord their Soldier stood for all
Please warm these hearts so chilled
So they may find the warmth once shared
With this one no longer near
As they look out through the window
Let the moon and stars, shine bright
Let all about, it glisten forth
On this, this special night
Another hero gave his all
The one who led the way
For them to find a life beyond
And faith to find a day
A way to climb a staircase
To the heavens high above
To join a son, a daughter, friend
To be together once more as one
Oh lord you sent your son, our gift
To those who lend a heart
To those who've given all and more
For those life has forgot
We stand so near, so near Oh Lord
In praise, in solitude
Await a time, a time to share
A loved one entrusted unto you

Thank you Lord
Merry Christmas To All
We will Remember Them Until You Meet Again
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, Alberta
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Roger Borchert

November 11, 2012

For Remembrance Day 2012

Flurries of snow across our land
A chilly wind bites at the spine
As we stand for those who stood for all
In far off distant lands
Some recall the void, the pain within
Left in hearts, in minds, in lives
Who were impacted at the loss of those
Their lives never the same again
Friends recall fond memories
Child in tears for a mom or dad
A wife recalls the horror of war
That turned her life, a living hell
A mother or father stands in thought
A loss beyond belief
Of one who was their heart their soul
Since counting tiny toes upon their feet
Fellow soldiers, comrades
Loved ones, friends
In their minds they bring them near
In special thoughts of those they've lost
While fighting over there
We as Canadians
Stand proud, respect
All those who stood for all
Sent from a nation whose open heart
Has provided a world a home
Oh lord my heart so empty
As I stand, two minutes given
Just a moment's time
For the life they gave
On behalf of all of us
I cannot be prouder Canada
I could never turn away
From those who've shared
Their loved one forth
A debt we could not repay
Stand proud, Remember, Oh Canada
For those who stand for us
For their families, friends, and comrades too
For they gave for me and you
We are focused on the flower
Began in fields so far away
An image to be remembered now
On each Remembrance Day

We Who Remember Them
Are forever in their debt
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, AB

July 4, 2012

5 years gone. It's hard to believe. You are forever in our hearts my son. Love you always, miss you terribly.
Mom and Dad

Louise Bulmer

July 4, 2012

This candle has been lit in honor of a brave and courageous soldier who faught for what he believed in and gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country. You will never be forgotten Jordan and your memory will live on forever. Lest we forget.

Roger Borchert

December 24, 2011

For the Families of Our Fallen, This Christmas 2011

The wind is howling at my doorstep
This eve of Christmas Eve
The trees are bending low its clear
As Christmas day draws near
As I decked the tree this Christmas
I thought of those so brave
Of those who've lost a loved one
Who stepped forth for me and gave
They gave their all for Canada
A gift beyond compare
They stood a world away in time
Where few would tread or dare
So many loved ones share in tears
In thoughts they've left behind
Hugs once held so warm and close
A smile within a mind
The TREE has become so special now
For it holds a life time past
Its sparkling lights a memory's glow
Of a hero once held so near
As garland wrapped the tree in smiles
Those smiles of yesteryears
Those smiles held upon as face
Forever now held near
Each piece of tinsel a frozen tear
Shed at a time of loss
And now reflecting the reason why
For this hero was dearly loved
A true angel tops this Christmas tree
For is seen when looking high
As a loved one lifts their faces near
And a prayer races from a heart
A wish that they were standing near
A wish for laughter's sound
A warmth a hug once use to bring
Remains a memory oh so close
Oh Canada, our heroes gave
Their loved ones hold our hearts
Lord please reach out and hold them close
Please be so near this season forth

By: Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, Our Prayers
Wishing You All A Wonderful Christmas
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Roger Borchert

December 24, 2010

For the Families, loved ones, friends of or Fallen This Christmas 2010

Looking back, on childhood’s days
When wonder set the sails
And all imagined could come to life
Within thoughts, dreams as they played
When Santa rode a sleigh one eve
In every coming year
And magic taught sweet dreams to fly
To rooftops every where
Now sitting wishing Christmas Eve
Looking off into the night
Pleading for a shooting star
Enhance this wish with all their might
A wish for just a Christmas hug
From a soldier no longer here
No longer in our earthly world
Held close now, within near
The hearts of those who’ve felt such pain
At the loss of a hero’s life
A hero who stepped forth for all
Bring this hero close this night
As tears once more roll down a cheek
Another endless, sleepless night
Let our Lord brush close a warming hug
Of your loved one, bring them near
A gentle breeze, fond memories’ bring
To hold them ever dear

Wishing the magic of Christmas could bring the smiles, the hugs and the warmth of your loved one, into your home for Christmas. Ever in our hearts and always remembered. May our Lord bless you this Christmas and throughout the coming year.

By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Roger Borchert

November 1, 2010

Thinking of all those who have given so much; those who have paid the Ultimate Sacrifice, our Veterans, our serving soldiers, their families, loved ones and friends at this special time of Remembrance, 2010. We Do Remember.

They crawled on their bellies slowly
In the dirt, the dust, the slime,
Ran onto beaches, lived in fear, a moment out of time.
A time that changed a world in need
A time that set apart
Times that held a world so close, near and dear to every heart
The gas they sent, it took its toll
Many others held that ground
And challenged over and over again
Until freedom’s world was found
Liberated nations cheered delight
A world was aimed anew
But for so many who had lost a life
The tears fell hard and true
They stepped forth for their Nation
They stepped forth for a world to be
They stepped forth to chase the evil back
Keep their families safe and free
Through life times of years gone by
Up to this present day
A brethren strong with so much might
Stepped forth for you and me
We owe so much to those who’ve walked
In fear yet oh so strong
So brave in every step they took
So many now are gone
They have challenged life itself each day
And stood for what was right
They did it with their heart and soul
And stood with all their might
Lord love the souls of these so brave
And cherish duty’s call
For they gave all for a better world
On behalf of one and all.
At this time of Remembrance
Into our hearts we welcome those
Who have walked this solemn journey forth
For those who needed a friend along
We recall their families, loved ones, friends,
For so many have paid the price
Of freedom, or for a world in peace
Or to fight terror in another place
Oh Lord we hold their honour high
Our tears have washed the path
For those who take their torch to stand
As to them the torch is passed
Forever near we promise
We will honour these hearts so brave
And stand nearby their families, friends
For the sacrifice they gave

By Roger Borchert,
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
Thank You. The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
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Adam Bowness

July 4, 2010

Hey Jordan, Just thinking of you today everyone here is missing you.

Roger Borchert

April 3, 2010

As I focus this Easter Sunday
My heart goes out to you
For a Chair is sitting empty
For a Hero Brave and True
Who gave a life for Canada
And a world we should become
A better world for all to share
A better world for everyone

They had raised their eyes in honour
To the Flag that flew above
They had sung its anthem strongly
In their hearts so full of love
It began for them in childhood
And sang out for years to come
At the vision of the Flag above
Onto which their hearts had clung
This special group, a brotherhood
That stepped forth to a country’s call
For them the Flag was calling
Could not turn away this love
For them it was the strongest call
The path that led the way
For they had held it steadfast near
Flying high above each day
And then one sad, so tragic day
The leaf flew from the sky
To wrap and hold them tightly bound
In return for all their love
It warmed their weary bodies
Clung closer to their hearts
And to hearts that shared the pain, their loss
At such a tremendous cost
Wrapped within the hug that flew above
Love’s vision, all their lives
Now carried forth in a country’s love
For their loving sacrifice

By Roger Borchert
They Will Be Remembered
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
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Teresa Pelda

February 20, 2010

Thinking of you Jordan. You would be so proud of Amanda. We all miss you.
Your Mother-in-law, Teresa

Peyman ADL DOUSTI

January 12, 2010

It is hard to say comforting words to the surviving family of the fallen soldiers.

I hope Anderson family is doing well.

Roger Borchert

December 23, 2009

To the Families of Our Fallen. Thinking of you this Christmas

The tears that fall to a winter’s sky
A loved one looks off into the night
For Christmas Eve is a lonely time
When a loved one is not held tight
We know they would have been here
For their families, for their friends
If they had not given our world the gift
In their service to all mankind
They stepped forth to change a world so wrong
Lift a country from it’s past
To provide a future for those in need
A future to go forth and last
But someone stole this life so strong
The beauty of a thought
Of stepping forth, to stand protect
And the goodness it could have brought
Please fill this void, warm this broken heart
Who looks out upon this eve
Troubled in a thought, a loss
Of someone now so close to thee
Oh lord please place a gentle thought
A memory of a time
When joy would fill this household warm
And keep it there at Christmas time
Let this family know we care so much
They should not be alone
Please help our thoughts be passed along
To warm those within this home
For Christmas is a time to know
That the coming of this child
Provides for all across our earth
To be reunited with that smile
The one that used to hold a hand
Or hold us in a hug
The one for whom we shed these tears
On this cold and lonely night
Please hold them close on Christmas morn
Celebrate the birthday of this child
Who came to bring salvation forth
To reunite them in awhile

By Roger Borchert

We pray oh Lord you stand near this Christmas to warm, to hold these families tight and mend these hearts so torn. Wishing you all the best this Christmas and throughout the coming year.

The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]

Gord & Beryl Johnson

November 12, 2009

Dear Amanda, as we spent yesterday remembering our fallen war heros, we also had the privelege of reading out Jordan's name at our Rememberance Day Mass at our Church. Our prayers and love are with you and Jordan.

Teresa Pelda

November 10, 2009

R.I.P. Jordan...you are missed.

Roger Borchert

November 6, 2009

In Respect of our Military Families, Our Fallen, and Wounded on Remembrance Day

For what we take for granted
So many have died for
So many lives so vastly changed
At the dreadful cost of war
There is the good; there is the bad
A liberated nation cheers
Left in dread for those young souls lost
Devastated a world back home
Efforts to protect a peace
That no one thought was near
Laying lives upon the line
Visions at times so unclear
Lives touched by fear or lived in dread
Of wounded coming home
Of crosses lined in many rows
From a trip down a heroes road
I have been sitting on the bank
Of a river flowing by
Flowing heavy with the flood of tears
From their family’s eyes
For on this day of remembrance
Their thoughts, their dreams, their prayers
Are focused on a loved one lost
Leaving them in such despair
My heart it wants to reach out
Let them know I can’t forget
The gift they’ve laid for their fellow man
Tis the greatest gift to give
So humbled in a moment’s thought
So treasured was the step
That they took forth at their country’s call
Let it never be forgot
We measure freedom lightly now
For we’ve grown so familiar with
But if not for those who took this step
And gave this precious gift
Would we take it so very lightly
Would we have the chance to vent
About all that annoys and bothers us
Without retribution for what we’ve said
So thankful they stood so proudly for
All that we hold so dear
All that makes us Canada
For me it’s oh so clear
For some others they just don’t get it
They think so little of
What has been placed in front of them
At the cost of someone’s love
If I could send forth a message
Place it in a bottle, float it by
I’d provide a note of how much I care
For those whose tears are flowing by
If I could walk along this shore
Such a warming hug I’d give
To those who’ve lost a loved one
So we can live the way we live

By Roger Borchert

So Many gave so much so we could be who we are. So Proud to be Canadian
We will Remember Them

Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta

W. Bro.Ivor Bayley

April 9, 2009

We will never forget you as a Brother and a very brave Canadian Soldier.Your family will be proud forever as we are.You are always rememberd in our prayers at Lodge.May god bless you and your family and the rest of the Canadian soldiers.

Roger Borchert

April 8, 2009

Thinking of our Canadian Fallen Soldiers due to our efforts in Afghanistan. For them, their families, friends and fellow soldiers during this Easter Season: this Poem was written with the help of one of their Mothers. For her assistance and inspiration I am so very, very grateful.

We thank you Lord for being near
And for your gifts given unto us
We thank you too for sending forth
Your son’s so gentle touch
He provides our world with caring hearts
Without which we could not love
He gives strength to those who would step forth
In a world hidden but from above
They’ve stepped beneath terrors darkened clouds
Too many whisked away
We pray Oh Lord you gather them
Provide them a new day
Please take them close, near to thee
We entrust them to your care
Let them rest awhile hold them near
And set their spirits free
May they stand proud now
Among their peers
Families, friends, and loved ones too
For in the loving Grace of an angel’s touch
We’re drawn so much closer unto you

Thank you so very much for your efforts and sacrifice towards making our world a better place.

Our tears, our hearts, our prayers
Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]

Roger Borchert

December 31, 2008

For the loved ones of Canada’s Fallen Heroes

May the New Year bring
A warmth to thee
That helps to heal the heart
That mends the fracture caused within
That’s torn you apart
May it whisper in your ear at night
That love is standing near
That you will never be alone
A warmth to quell your fear
May it welcome you in mornings’ light
And be near throughout the day
Standing near to comfort you
In a needed special way
May you always know
The time will come
Together you will be
Find in the tear a memory brings
The joy it helped you see

May the lord be near throughout the year, come and help in every day, that it takes for you to overcome this tragedy life did play.

Our Hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]

Roger Borchert

December 20, 2008

For the families, loved ones, and friends of Canada’s fallen soldiers: It was written this evening with thoughts of what you and your families are going through at this season and could not hold it back any longer. It is my Christmas gift to you all.

I thank you for wandering near
As you think of where I lie
You think of what I went through
And a tear wells up inside

Let not that tear
Fall for me I’m sitting watching you
For I’m not there at all no more
I’m here inside of you

I’m sitting near within your thoughts
And in your memories
I’m just the thought a gentle breeze
In a gust of memory

I’m the gentle shiver when you are near
I’m the glimmer in your eye
I’m the sparkle that a teardrop brings
When it wells up in your eye

I’m the smile a fond moment brings
I’m the warmth you held so dear
Remember that, as time goes by
And know I’m standing near

As you look upon the Christmas tree
Shinning at this time of year
Know the Lord sent his only son
So that I could be standing near

May our Lord be near you all.

Our hearts and prayers go out to you all during this so difficult time of year. Please know that it comes complete with the glisten of tears held within the eyes of it’s, author Roger Borchert. Thank you so very much for the efforts of your loved one towards making our world a better place

The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
[email protected]

Tannis Teichroeb

December 10, 2008

Though I never knew Jordan, from the entries he sounds like a wonderful person and that he touched many hearts. Not only do the soldiers sacrifice their lives but their family as well. When someone you love dies, the life you once had is changed forever. There's no way to say how thankful I am that there are such honourable people out there sacrificing for the greater good of everyone. I just want to say THANKS to Jordan and his family and all the other soldiers out there. God be with you all! 4ever in my prayers...

Debbie, Trew & Damian Johnson

November 11, 2008

Jordan; Time can not soften the impact you have made on many lives. We think of you often and always with a smile. Rest in Peace!
Amanda; our hearts are with you always.

Roger Borchert

November 6, 2008

In Respect and Remembrance of Our Fallen Warriors, their Mothers, Fathers, Wives, Children, Grandparents, Loved Ones, Friends, Fellow Troops, and all those Canadians whose hearts and tears lay at your side; I submit:

There are no words that I can place here in this registry that could ever justify or explain the loss of your loved one, friend, or fellow soldier. Please know that my family and I cannot stand idly by, without taking a moment, to express how much our hearts go out to you. There is no greater gift towards the future of our country, our world, our humanity, than the efforts and sacrifices made by our Canadian forces towards making our world a better place. Whatever the politics of the day, whatever the leadership of the moment, our selfless warriors have stepped forth to deploy to meet the needs of our changing world, with honour and an integrity that is unrivalled. We as Canadians truly bow and honour your efforts and sacrifice.

We have fallen on fields of battle
In lands so far from home
We have marched to war in honour
For those who’ve felt alone
We have defended those who couldn’t
And stood between the lines
Of two opposing armies
In this new world in our time
We have stood for those who cannot
For those who are oppressed
Standing shoulder to shoulder
To help others do their best
We have held our line with honour
Fury held at bay
Rebuilding a broken nation
To allow all to have a say
Our sons and daughters moms and dads
Stepped forth to make it so
A gift given for a better world
Such a precious gift you know
Our youth in pride have stepped forth
Do this job as best they can
Lay their life upon the line
Each true Canadians
They will not be forgotten
We can never turn away
They have taught the price of giving
In such an honoured way
For where would our world be then
If we just stood by and watched
Could we look ourselves in the eye
And say it wasn’t lost

Our tears. Our thanks. Our prayers.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
[email protected]

Roger Borchert

October 24, 2008

With a heavy heart stepping forth
Please forgive me when I say
That I let you down in the past
In not a little way

I did not write to let you know
Just how much I cared
For the sacrifice you’ve given
For so many in despair

You stepped forth and joined our forces
Laid your life upon the line
To bring about a safer world
A new world in our time

Fellow soldiers friends and families
And those you held so dear
Still think of you most everyday
For us others it’s not so clear

We must slow down and take the time
Understand how great the cost
For if not placed in front of us
Can we comprehend the loss

Sometimes we’re just so very shy
Or we don’t know what to say
Or do not want to interfere
Or seem superficial in any way

I can no longer withhold my thoughts
I have to pass them on
For it breaks my heart just thinking of
All those left to carry on

Please know that you are in my prayers
Will be there for years to come
Know that you are in my thoughts
For the efforts you have done

Oh yes there is that special day
To remember not to forget
Those who’ve paid the greatest price
We can never repay this debt

Cpl. Jordan Anderson we knew you not, but our prayers reach out for you, your loved ones, friends, and fellow soldiers. We do, so dearly, thank you and your loved ones for your efforts towards making our world a better place.

The Borchert Family Slave Lake Albera
[email protected]

Carol Bladon

July 7, 2008

Mandy,

Please know that you are in our thoughts all the time.

Carol, Trevor and Sara

Amanda Anderson

July 5, 2008

To my husband Jordan

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever. I’ll treasure every moment that sparks a memory.

Love Amanda

Teresa & Bob Pelda

July 5, 2008

Jordan -
You are in our thoughts daily and in our hearts and memories forever.
Amanda -
We love you and are with you through this difficult journey.
Love, Mom & Bob

James Brown

January 4, 2008

Hello All,
My Name Cpl James Brown. I had the pleasure of going through basic training with Jordan in Albert. The year was 1999. Jordan I will always remember the water park and the smile you put on my face. I'm still in shock to learn of your passing and realize the world is a little less bright with out you.

alisha-Lee Walker

November 23, 2007

hello my name is Alisha and i go to Port Dover Composite School. Remembrance day is a big part of my life and always has been. My father and family has taught me to always respect those who have died and to remember what has happened. For remembrance day i helped to put together a slide show of the past and present. In this slide show we included the pictures, name, and rank of the soldiers who have dies in afghanistan. While looking through the slide show one day it hit me that these aren't just pictures...these men have have died...i cried. And during my speech on remebrance day i cried..i cried for everyone who has lost someone they love and now people know that the words said on remembrance day are not just words...they actually mean something...it makes me sad to think of all the young men who gave their lives but happy to know that someone cared enough to do it...Jordan must have been an amazing person so i beg of you to be strong we all think of you here at this school

Holly Hutton

October 12, 2007

Dear Amanda,

I'm so sorry for your loss. As you know, I never got to know Jordan on a personal level, but through all of the stories you shared with me (as well as pictures) I feel like somehow got to know him. Know that you are in my heart and prayers and take comfort in knowing that Jordan is at peace with the Lord looking down you with a smile.

Sara Lynn Burrough

September 1, 2007

Dear Amanda, I met Jordan when I trained him to be a floor manager at our Cornerstone Bingo shortly before he deployed to Afghanistan. It was a fun evening. Jordan was a funny, intelligent young man and we talked about many things, including Afghanistan which he was looking forward to going back to.I told him of the Afghan refugees I help and how they are very appreciative of the work of our Canadian troops. I cried when I heard the news of his loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Sara Lynn Burrough, W.M. Pioneer Chapter #135 Order of the Eastern Star

Carole Gubbels

August 24, 2007

Dear Manda
Jordan was my friend. I will miss the endless debates about everything and nothing. He was an inspiration to all who knew him. Thank-you for bringing him into the family. I miss him.
Love Carole

Grandma & Grandpa Gubbels

August 23, 2007

Dear Mandy,
Jordan was a bright intelligent young man who will be missed very much. We enjoyed our time spent with him and were very proud of him. Your loss is our loss. We love you.

Jennifer Routh

August 22, 2007

unfortunately I never had the honour of knowing Jordan, but I know he was important to those who are important to me. My condolences to those who lost their hero.

Pat & Ramona Vigneron

July 28, 2007

As two former teachers of Jordan at Notre Dame College, we share mixed emotions of pride and sadness. We got to see Jordan grow into the young, confident man who graduated in 1999. His maturity was demonstrated by his desire to serve and protect his country. It is with sadness that we accept that Jordan has joined an honoured group of Hounds that have "dedicated their lives to the City of God".
"Sleep well, stout heart, your works endure.."

Paula Gubbels

July 26, 2007

dear mandy...we love you...we miss Jordan very much.
David, Paula, Leila,Patrick,Maria

Frances Gagnon

July 26, 2007

Jordan served his country with great pride and he will not be forgotten by those who love him.

Fran, Frank and Matthew

Patricia Kelly

July 25, 2007

Mandy & Family
I send my condolences & prayers are with you..Even not knowing Jordon he was a true hero serving our country. God Bless

Uncle Joe

July 25, 2007

Mandy,
You have my deepest sympathy with the loss of Jordan. He did what he wanted to do with dedication and committment. I am very proud of him and so are my boys. He was an example to all of us. He represented us, Canadians, in the pursuit of freedom and equality in our world. We will sincerely miss him.

myriam blaauw

July 20, 2007

Dear Mandy,

I just heard the devastated news from Carole and i'm completely in shock like all of you. i wish i could say or do anything to help you in this difficult time. i wish you all the strength and Gods blessing!
micky

ROSE MILLS

July 18, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU JORDEN ANDERSON.

Gary Le Blanc

July 18, 2007

Mandy,

You have been in my thoughts and prayers over these past days. On Monday July 16, I gathered with friends in Halifax and sang the song I wrote "My Living Tapestry" in Jordan's memory.

I was moved when Alana Scott reached me, requesting to sing this song on Jordan's day of rest. With every fiber of my being, I believe that legacies we leave are the memories we make.

Jordan has given not only a family, not only a country but a universe
... memories that will never fade.

In Jordan's memory, I share:

My Living Tapestry

How often do I wonder
.. about such mystery
When a smile
.. a touch
.. a sweet embrace
.. becomes a memory.
And sometimes when I hear a song
.. that makes me think of you
I close my eyes
.. and realize
.. that something is new.

I'll take your work of art
.. and I'll hang it in my heart
And every time a memory
.. should pass across my mind
I'll take that moment too
.. and I'll remember you
.. who gave a thread of hope
.. instead of lessons left behind.

And so from here
.. I'll wrap my heart
.. in living tapestry
The warmth of love
.. and spirit-filled
.. A place that comforts me

So beautiful a weaver
.. such awesome memories
Fill the walls
.. in my heart
My Living Tapestry.

I'll use such vibrant colors
.. each time I speak of you
And when my heart feels heavy
.. I'll weave that in there too
I'll honor every moment
.. that sparks a memory
Sew love and tears
.. my hopes and fears
.. My Living Tapestry

The memories I take
.. and the ones I've yet to make
Fill the walls
.. in my heart
My Living Tapestry


I am so pleased that you found my website and this song. I hope it brings comfort and peace to your heart and spirit.

Twila Doucette

July 18, 2007

God Speed Jordan. Our deepest condolances to you and all our heroic members and families that sacrifice there lives for our freedom. God Speed Jordan.

Sherry Clark

July 17, 2007

To the family and friends of Jordan Anderson:

Our hearts broke even more to hear of the loss of 6 more fine Canadian soldiers. There are no words to help ease the pain but we pray the memories of your beloved Jordan will help comfort and sustain you through this difficult time. Godspeed Cpl. Anderson, you are and always will be a hero.

Deepest condolences
Sherry Clark, Mother of Private Joel Vincent Wiebe
Killed June 20, 2007

Karen Delaney

July 16, 2007

In Memory of Cpl. Jordan Anderson I wanted to express my gratitude for the service of this honorable young man. I am proud of what he has done for Canada and he makes me proud to be a Canadian. To his family I wanted to send my prayers and wishes that God be with you and send you his love and strength to see you through this time. I know he will always be with you. God bless all of you.

Bill Gubbels

July 16, 2007

Dear Mandy,

Jordan was a great person. We will miss him. Please call if you need anything.

Uncle Bill, Irys, Mikey, Willie and Izzy

Bill and Sylvia Major

July 16, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, Jordan. He will remain in our thoughts.

Sharyn Rowe

July 16, 2007

I don't know you but you gave your life for us Canadians and the least we can do is pray for you and your family. You left this world too young so please watch over us from above and my prayers go out to your family and friends.

Kinnon Ross

July 16, 2007

Amanda and family,
I had the pleasure of spending a few years at Notre Dame College with Jordan. He was such a sweet guy, with the most amzing outlook on life. I am so happy to hear that he found you Amanda, and I cant imagine how much fun the two of you shared in your time together.
Please accept my condolences, and know that the Hound Family around the world are thinking of you all through these sad times.
Luctor Et Emergo-
Kinnon Ross

Eric & Leslie Yeager

July 15, 2007

Dear James, Sheila, Ben, Matthew, Sam and Amanda.
Our hearts go out to you at this time. We remember with such fondness the welcoming you gave to our family when we arrived in Inuvik. May we offer our condolences in the loss of your son and let you know how proud we are of him. Amanda, we are sorry for the loss of your husband and please know that this family will certainly be thinking of you. We share your sorrow.

Janet Maxwell

July 15, 2007

From what I have read Jordan was an observant and sensitive person. My heart is with you at this painful time. May time diminish the unbearable pain that you currently know. The hearts of a nation are with you.

Debbie O'Neill

July 15, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Carol Reid

July 15, 2007

Profound condolences for the supreme loss of your son and the sacrifice, committment, and courage he demonstrated to uphold the fundamental values and principles for which Canada stands.

Thom Ilgenfritz

July 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with friends and family.

Brian & Margaret DesRochers

July 15, 2007

With respect and sorrow, we offer our condolences to the family of Cpl. Jordan Anderson.

God guide you all in the journey ahead.

Holly Crawford

July 15, 2007

Our sincere condolences are with you, and our love, also our hopes for your peace of mind.

Diana Sutherland

July 15, 2007

Mr Jordan Anderson will be honoured
and remembered for the sacfifice he
made to our country. He was a hero.
I send the family my heartfelt sympathy at this time of lose

Jennifer & Dhar Virdi

July 14, 2007

To the Anderson family:

May we extend our deep and heartfelt sympathy to your family. Wishing you hope and comfort in the midst of your sorrow.

Gerald & Florence Dagenais

July 14, 2007

Please receive our most sincere gratitude and prayers for the lost of such a one as this. There is no greater sacrifice or spirit of courage and valour that one can demonstrate.

Gian Singh and Surinder Kaur Sandhu

July 14, 2007

Losing someone dear to you isn't easy. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time of your life.

dean ad pam kline

July 14, 2007

Mandy, (Dean - brother of Debbie Kline) and Pam (wife of Dean) send our thoughts and pride in your husbands service to Canada.

Kim Martin

July 14, 2007

Sorry.

amena

July 14, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Rupi Mittal

July 14, 2007

Jordan was the pride of Canada !! May his humble soul rest in peace for ever and may God grant his loved ones, the strength to bear this great tragedy !!
Our heart felt condolences to the bereaved family !!

Vernon M. Randall

July 14, 2007

Thanks to you and your family for the greatest of all sacrifices.

Joan Green

July 14, 2007

Mandy and family
I am sending you my sadness and my prayers are with you !
He was hero for Canada
God Bless ! Joan Green Tomas Smekal

Sonia , Delmer Rinas & Family

July 14, 2007

Dear Amanda, James,Sheila and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.

Verna and David Neufeld

July 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and comrades of Cpl. Anderson. May God bless you in this time of sorrow and may your memories bring you comfort.
Proud parents of a Canadian Soldier

Clare Schwartzentruber

July 14, 2007

The Anderson Family

Although we did not know Jordan personally, we want you to know that his greatest gift of love and protection " to lay down his life for his friends and country " in this war against evil is greatly appreciated and honoured by our extended family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Westly

July 14, 2007

A true hero to all of Canada
we value the freedom you fought for.
we still have it, but you have gone
every day i can walk down a street
and not see war i know it is because of what you did that gives me that freedom.
thanks for a peacefull country

Major Chris Henderson and the soldiers of C Company 3 PPCLI

July 14, 2007

Words cannot adequately convey to you the enormous impact Jordan made on all of us in C Company 3 PPCLI. With question Jordan was one of the most intelligent, articulate, forthright and generous soldiers we have ever met. He was truly an outstanding soldier and a patriotic Canadian. We are blessed to have had the opportunity to know him, serve with him and priviledged to call him a brother.

Bonnie Herrett, Dennis O'Neill

July 14, 2007

Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of a True Canadian Hero.
We Will Not Forget.

ronald stratford

July 14, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Cathy Schmidt

July 14, 2007

The word "HERO" is a small one. But right now it is the first word that came to mind when I, like every other Canadian learned of his, and his fellow heros' deaths. He gave his life for us. All Canadians are proud of your Husband, Son, Brother and friend.
His life has meaning, a true HERO

Scott Ritchie

July 13, 2007

Gods speed to your new home, we will cherish your memory in our hearts

S&F

Daniel and Karoline (Irlbacher) Jurijew

July 13, 2007

May God's grace carry your family through this trying time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

May God bless you and keep you,

Marc Cousineau

July 13, 2007

Thank you Jordan , may god take good care of you now as you did for us.

Chris and Mary Sue Allen

July 13, 2007

Dear Mandy - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow. Jordan was a brave soldier and served our country well. God bless.

R. Regimbald

July 13, 2007

I send my condolences to Jordan's family and friends.

C Labelle

July 13, 2007

God Bless you Jordan,you died a Hero and we Thank-you for Serving Our Country. Thoughts and prayers to your family and wife and God Bless you All.

Marianne Gourlay

July 13, 2007

Thank you Jordan for your dedication and service to our country and the people. God bless you and all of your family and friends. Even though you are not with us physically, it is comforting to know that you will always be with us and watching over Amanda and all of the family.

Tammy Nera

July 13, 2007

Dear Mandy,
From the pure happiness I saw on your face the last time I saw you, I had no doubt that Jordan was a great, wonderful man. I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you, and sending you, and the Anderson family all my prayers.
Lots of love to you,
Tammy

Cindy Demers & Family

July 13, 2007

Jordan you are truly a HERO to all Canadians!!and Thankyou....
God Bless You, and your family at this difficult time.

Moira Mahoney

July 13, 2007

God bless Corporal Jordan James Anderson, and all those who serve our country. My sympathy to his family in this time of sorrow.

Michael & Diane Simmons (Ret'd Army)

July 12, 2007

As a retired Military family we are well aware of the sacrifices made by our service personnel. Our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and commrades of Cpl. Anderson. May God keep you in the palm of His hand until you meet again.

Cpl Shayne McCausland

July 12, 2007

I send my condolences to Jordan's family and friends.Jordan was great guy, hard worker.
My first time meeting Jordan, we took part in the construction on the "Ainsworth Dyer" memorial monument in Rundle Park, Edmonton.That is where I started to get know Jordan the "Man" not just a soldier.
See you soon buddy!!!

Debbie and Bruce Knight

July 12, 2007

We want you to know how proud we are that Jordan stood for our beliefs and boldly helped the people of Afghanistan. We trust that the love and prayers of all Canadians will help you through the next very sad and difficult days. You will all be in our prayers.

Bonnie MacDonald

July 12, 2007

As word came that 6 more Canadian soldiers had died fighting for freedom, sorrow was felt across this great country, and in my own heart…it wasn’t until 48 hours later, when the word had trickled down the family tree, that I was told that I was actually related to Jordan…from what I understand, Jordan was my 3rd cousin…

To all the Anderson's, please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you remember Jordan in life.

(grand-daughter of Jim MacDonald of Glen Robertson)

Beryl, Debbie, Gord Johnson

July 12, 2007

Dear Amanda, our hearts are broken and our prayers and thoughts are with you at this very trajic time. You have been like family to Debbie and me almost for a life time. We will keep a candle burning for Jordan and you in our home every moment of every day. May God Bless you, comfort you, and give you strength. With all our deep love.

Beryl & Debbie & Gord Johnson

Angela Young

July 12, 2007

James, Sheila, Ben, Mathew, Sam, and Amanda

Your family's impact on the north is immeasurable, and we all stand beside you in this tragic time.

Jordan's mark has been left on our country, and he will be remembered by all.

With deepest sympathy,
Angela

Anthony Pat & Steve DeJong

July 12, 2007

You a true hero Jordan, you are loved and will be missed by everyone who knew you. We are all so very proud of you.

Hazel Stewart

July 12, 2007

You are my HERO.

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Sign Jordan Anderson's Guest Book

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November 10, 2016

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April 3, 2015

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