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DONALD JORDAN Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 16 to Jun. 17, 2018.

JORDAN DONALD JOSEPH

Donald Joseph Jordan, 78, of Baldwin Boro, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 15, 2018. Husband of 23 years to Katherine (Kunkel) until her death in 1987; father of Carolyn Mader (Larry Schiller), Denise (Brian) Barefoot, and Michelle (Scott) Wertelet; grandfather of Dr. Stefanie Mader (Dr. Ines Kananda), Nicholas Schiller, Noah, Maya, and Sienna Wertelet, and Thomas, Kelly, and Erin Barefoot; brother of Sylvia (John) Bowen, Nancy (the late James) McDonald, Linda Mazek, Debbie D'Odorico and Angelo D'Odorico; and son of the late Angelo (Banjo) and Julia Jordan. Don served in the US Navy aboard the USS Independence from 1958-1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a police officer for the Baldwin Boro Police Department for 25 years while also running his own mechanic garage performing state inspections and fixing nearly every problem a vehicle could have. A devout Catholic who liked to garden, Don loved to spend time with his sisters, daughters, and grandchildren, and was very proud of his family.  He was also very happy to sip a bourbon Manhattan playing a slot machine in Vegas, or taking a ride with good friend, Ed Schillo, to help someone who needed a hand. We will dearly miss his loyalty, honesty, and sound advice, but take comfort in knowing that he is reunited with his beloved wife, Kathy, and faithful companions, Haley and Lucky. Special thanks to Dr. Michael McGonigal and Dr. Martin Earle for providing years of excellent care. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, June 17, 2018 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Monday, June 18, 2018 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 10 a.m. at Holy Angels Church. Entombment at Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Condolences may be left at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz.

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June 18, 2018

Denise and family,

So sorry to hear of your father's passing, but what a wonderful legacy he and your Mom left. I hope that many happy memories will sustain you during these times of sadness. God bless you all.

Rick Arzenti
Pleasant Hills

June 18, 2018

Linda, Sylvia, Nancy, Debbie and families,
I am so sorry to hear about Donny's passing. I remember him as one of Baldwin's finest officers and remember how dear he was to all of you. May your memories of him help you through this difficult time
Katie and Chuck Freyer

June 17, 2018

Vonnie Brennan- Mourfield

Carolyn,
So very sorry to hear about your Father's passing. I pray for you and your family's healing.

June 16, 2018

Nikki Konyk

Denise and Family, so sorry for your loss. You talked about your Dad so often I felt like I really knew him in person! He was quite a guy and I know how much you will miss him. You and yours will be in my prayers for strength and comfort at this difficult time.

June 16, 2018

Joanie Jordan

Don spared no one of his compassion, understanding, and respect.

Joanie Jordan

June 16, 2018

David Jordan

Each of us can only hope to leave family who love us as deeply and hold us so dear as his sisters and daughters did him. God rest his soul.

David Jordan

June 16, 2018

Tim and Nancy O'Leary

So blessed with treasured memories of love, laughter, and true friendship. Deepest sympathy to the entire family, Don's pride and joy.

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17

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

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18

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

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18

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

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19

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Holy Angels Church

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301 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

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