March 29, 2021

Dear Family of Mr. Vernon Jordan:

We would like to send all of you our condolences on your loss. Vernon will be missed by all those people whose lives that he had touch. He did leave a great legacy.

All we can say is, "Well Done Thy Good, and Faithful Servant", Matthew 25:21 and "Rest In Peace, Vernon".

WITH OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FROM, MS. VALINDA D. JONES, A 44 YEAR MEMBER OF SIXTH GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 600 EAST 35TH STREET, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60616, AND ALSO THEIR "ADVERTISING", "MARKETING", AND "PUBLIC RELATIONS PERSON", AND THE FORMER COOP MEMBERS, AND FORMER MEMBERS OF CHURCH MUSICIAN SHIP GUILD, INC.

MS. JONES IS A FORMER MEMBER (1988-2008). THE LATE DR.MILDRED G. LEWIS WAS THE FOUNDER, AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. SHE WAS THEIR ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, EXECUTIVE SECRETARY, AND PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR.

March 19, 2021

Dear Family of Mr. Vernon E. Jordan:
I am a 44 year Member of Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, 600 East 35th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60616. I am also their PR Person. Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton is the Pastor, The Moderator of the Session, and The Head of the Staff. Reverend Donald B. Register is the Pastor Emeritus.

I am also a Former Member of Church Musician Ship Guild, Inc. (1988-2008). The late Dr. Mildred G. Lewis was the Founder, and Executive Director. I was their Assistant Administrative Secretary, Executive Secretary, and Public Relations Director.

I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to all of you on your loss. Vernon will be missed by all those people who knew, and loved him. He did leave a great legacy. All I can say is, "Rest In Peace, Vernon".

WITH MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, MS. VALINDA D. JONES OF CINCINNATI, OHIO. I USE TO LIVE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS. AND I USE TO BE MY CHURCH HOME'S FORMER CHURCH SECRETARY IN THE YEARS OF 1983-1990.

He inspired me to ask for more and reach higher.

Been impressed with the man that he worked himself into since I read his autobiography. Hope to see in the 1st resurrection!

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

DIOS te ha convocado para que desde el Cielo continúes asesorando y resolviendo conflictos. R I P Mi Oración solidaria con la familia Afectísimo en Cristo!

My condolences to the Mr.Vernon Jordan family.

My condolences to the Jordan family.

My thanks to Mr.Jordon for all he did for us.God's loving arms wrap around you and comfort you now and forever.

Bro. Vernon Jordan was a real "change agent" and an Omega Psi Phi Fraternity man and trailblazer that influenced a lot of young fraternity black men in the 1970s. He lived manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift. And when we say our last good bye.....

What a wonderful gentleman!
His legacy will live forever for all the good he did for so many!
I am the niece of. Bill Trent and the daughter of Vernon Johns.
God bless his family.

My wife, Ede Holiday, and I offer our sincerest condolences to Vickie and the entire Jordan family. I have known Vernon, Shirley, Vickie as a youngster, and his dear mother since Vernon headed the Voter Education Project in Atlanta. He loaned me his bar study materials when it was time for my bar exam. Much later we came to know Ann as well. Vernon has been a marvelous friend for us and so many others throughout that time. He was a steadfast advocate for appointment of minorities to important governmental positions, both in the Executive Branch and Judiciary, during the Carter Administration and thereafter. He was a tremendous influence to his friend Judge Griffin Bell at the Justice Department, often joining him and his aides for lunch in the small dining room next to the AG’s office. I was fortunate to see him often over the next forty years in Washington and New York, including several matters in which he had involved me as a lawyer. I watched him befriend and serve as an adviser to national political leaders of both parties, and his strong advocacy for the benefit of the Alfalfa Club of which he once served as president that brought leaders of both parties and other national leaders together for an evening of good humor and fellowship. He was one of a kind who gave of himself to others time and again. He was one of a kind, a giant, and will be missed as he takes his new position nurturing individual growth and bringing people together in heaven.

Terry Adamson and Ede Holiday

Thank you for giving us your best in every respect.

I have always believed that it was Vernon Jordan's speech to President Jimmy Carter that inspired Carter to encourage all Cabinet members to bring more minorities into higher levels in the U.S. government. Shortly thereafter, the Department of State, through its U.S. Information Agency, offered me a chance to interview for one of just 20 openings that year in the United States Diplomatic Corp. I ended up being accepted and spent 27 years as a member of the U. S. Diplomatic Corp as a foreign service officer. Thank you Mr. Jordan. Patricia D. Norman

you are going up!

With condolences and sympathy to you Mrs.Ann and Ms.Vickie..
your father counsel upon my professional life walk will always be continually remembered.
Thank you.
Undertaker Keith Ridley,IV
Ridley Funeral Estab.
Washington,DC 20032

He will be truly miss.RIP Vernon.

My condolences to the family of. Mr.Vernon Jordan for your loss.

God Bless the work and life of Vernon Jordan. You have made your contributions to society for our people. Now rest in Peace King.

I was a Stenographer when Mr. Jordan joined the National Urban League upon the 1971 passing of Whitney Young in Lagos, Nigeria. I worked in the Public Relations Department with Mr. Jordan's speech writer, Dan Davis.

Along with everyone at the League, I cried when Mr. Jordan was shot in 1980 by the same individual who also shot and paralyzed Larry Flint in 1978. How ironic that Mr. Flynt and Mr. Jordan deceased within almost a month of each other. In my position of being the Benefits Assistant in 1980, I cringed each time I read Mr. Jordan's medical report and

My personal memory of Mr. Jordan is -- after the 1977 New York City Con Edison Power System Blackout, our apartment was totally consumed by fire (me, my husband and our two daughters ages 11 and 8; one almost lost her life ftom smoke inhalation and the other one was burnt on her hand). The fire resulted in the electrical wiring in the walls combusting after power was restored to the apartment the next day.

Mr. Jordan provided us with beds and other furnishings, books and clothing for the girls, custom suits and other clothing for my husband, who was hard to fit since he was a tall guy.

Another great memory is -- my desk faced the elevator and one day the doors opened and Michael Jackson, his entourage and Mr. Jordan got off and staff members were comprising Michael Jackson. I kept typing because Mr. Jordan's weekly column "To Be Equal" was due to go to press at the end of the day and he was scheduled to give a speech the next day in Washington, D. C. Michael was fascinated by my typing speed and my shorthand. He asked how fast did I type, what was I typing and how fast did I take shorthand

Since all of Mr. Jordan's speeches were archived after his speaking engagements, he took this opportunity to ask about some notes he had scribbled on his last speech assumed I would go to the files to pull out the speech. I was always prepared for Mr. Jordan forgetting to take notes of something of importance he scribbled on most of these speeches. Sometimes I would have to read the notes upside down to make sense of them (my mentor, Faith Williams, used to tell Mr. Jordan I did the New York Times crossword puzzles upside down, backwards and in ink). I made a point to record those notes on my steno pad. The Michael Jackson episode was Mr. Jordan's first time being made aware of my note/scribbling recordkeeping operating system -- lol). Michael advised when he returned home, he was going to have his staff do the same with his "scribblings". Mr. Jordan told him to contact me if he needed guidance. Aah -- a classic moment from a classy, much respected, employee-appreciative (of all staff) Skipper.

REST ON. Like one of your favorite sayings: "Just like a tree planted by the water, I shall not be moved!!!

Della Mitchell (nee Godfrey)

We are all much better off because of Vernon Jordan. He never met a stranger and greeted all with his wonderful smile

Thank you Sir !!! My condolences to you and you’re family.

We are all much better off because of the late Vernon Jordan. He never met a stranger and greeted all with his wonderful smile. May he Rest In Peace.

He was a crusading giant in the black communityand we express our gratitude for all the strides he made on all of America"s behalf. My heart is broken broken but he will live on in my memory.

My deepest condolences to the Jordan family. May you find comfort
in your treasured memories of Vernon and May God continue to comfort you in the days, months and years ahead.

A legend, an icon and a remarkable man that helped so many and will be missed. Sincerest condolences to the Jordan family, may God be with you as endure this very difficult time of your loss.

In loving memory of an advocate for the People,it is with deepest sympathy and sadness that we say goodbye to a great friend.Prayers and condolences to the family and God’s blessings.

A true friend and warrior for our people has earned his rest.My condolences to Ann and the family to you at this time .Vernon stood for the best in our race . He is one of God's Way Makers ! He blessed the world .

Vernon
My friend, my mentor, although you are in heaven with our Father. I carry many years of words of wisdom, rounds of golf, dinners, business advice, and family values that has greatly enhanced my life. Rest in heavenly peace mighty warrior.

May justice shine forth by your example! Thank you, Mr. Jarrett, for your mighty example.

Deepest condolences to the Jordan family.

Vernon was an amazing man in so many ways. In addition to his innumerable accomplishments, he was always extremely kind, thoughtful, interested, considerate, helpful and generous with his time and thoughts. May God bless him in Heaven, and may God bless Ann, Vickee and his family here on earth. His ready smile will be missed greatly.

Vernon Jordan's great achievements and contributions will be a source of admiration and inspiration forever to all Americans, but especially to young black American males. Our sincere condolences to his family and to all who loved him and whom he loved. He will be missed and remembered forever. May he rest in peace.

Rest In Peace my dear friend...job well done!
God bless you..with much love.
Carmen kinsey

My condolences go out to the family of Vernon Jordan. He was a pioneer for civil rights and will be missed by many.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cousin You Left Me With A Lot Of Good Memory Of You, Wish I Will Away Cherish My Eyes Keep Over Flowing With Tears Of Love ❤ & JoyMy Condolences To My Family & Always In Ours Prayer

Rest in peace my cousin Vernon. You were first cousin of my grandmother Viola Hester, Atlanta

You Served Us Well. Rest in Peace. God's peace to the Jordan Family.
From the loving widow of Jeff. H. Towles M.D.

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.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To the Family of Attorney Jordan:

You have my sincere condolences regarding your loss. Attorney Jordan spoke at my college graduation and what an honor it was to hear him speak!

May the God of Heaven bless and comfort you during this time. May He envelope you with His peace now and in the coming days, weeks and months!

As my mentor, Brother Vernon Jordan was just an eloquent speaker and intellect devoted to business, civil rights, his fraternity and political actions, he will be truly missed.

Rest in peace

My condolences to the family. I learned so much working at the Natl Urban League under Vernon Jordan. A power broker and true icon in the civil rights movement. What a pleasure to have known him and to have been in his company. Rest now.

God Bless Vernon Jordan and family.

A civil rights legend that helped so many people for so many years. Heartfelt condolences to the Jordan family for your personal loss, may God give all of you strength and comfort as you endure this most difficult loss.

Vernon was truly a great example for many black Americans.
We appreciate all his accomplishments. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

The steps of a great man: Vernon Jordan will forever be remembered by his family, friends and a host of associates. Vernon's celebration of life and memorial reflections are with us, as we continue our earthly lives. May the work I've done speak for me. When I'm resting in my grave, there is nothing to be said; May the works that I've done, Speak for me. ---The Consolers

Family Journal Editors and Readers,

Isreal T. Singleton, Editor-in-Review

Vernon Jordan was a Director on JCPenneys’ Board when I was assigned to the corporate office. I recall his intelligence, commitment to his responsibilities & his dignity. I admire and respect him.

I have such fond memories of your dad , Vernon was a force and raised a beautiful daughter. Thank you for being one of my first childhood friends. May the memories of your Dad be a blessing. our thoughts are with you and Ann. Tanya Horowitz Jacobson, and Marjorie Horowitz

Dear Jordan Family Rory and I would luv to express our condolences's on the loss of Vernon Jordan and may he rest in peace.best faith/rory

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

One of the few who looked better in person than in photos. Best to wife Ann, also a native of Alabama. May he rest in peace.

Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Vernon. We will especially miss sharing Gullah -related literature that he always enjoyed. He was a most admired standard bearer for the pursuit of true justice in our democracy. And I shall never forget how he generously took time and honored me with a moving speech at my retirement from Penn Center at St Helena Island in 2004. We shall always remember that Vernon could read.

We can all walk and stand taller because Vernon Jordan lived. His lifetime of service will always be cherished and remembered. Rest in perfect peace...well done.

I worked for Vernon Jordan when he was head of the Voter Education Project. He funded a voter registration campaign which I headed in New Orleans during the summer of 1967. We increased the black voter registration sufficiently enough to assure a first primary victory for Dutch Morial for a seat in the state House of Representation, which made Morial the first African American elected to the legislature in the 20th century. I last saw him when he received the Spingarn Medal from the NAACP. There has not been a recipient who was more humble and gracious in accepting this prestigious award. His services to our nation have numerous and legendary. He will be missed, but long remembered.

You will be missed but the impact of your focused life will always be with us! Rest In Peace!

~ Whilst I did not know Mr. Jordan personally I've followed his life and work for many years.

Vernon Jordan, Jr. was a fine man and Vernon Jordan was a man who stood up for his beliefs, convictions and did not suffer fools gladly, no sir - not Vernon Jordan, Jr.

God's speed.

My authentic condolences to the Jordan family; stay safe and be well.

I remain,

Stephen James Fox
Aix, Lyon and Paris, France
Deerfield Beach and Gainesville, Florida USA
Monte Carlo, Monaco

My condolences to his friends and family he was a Pioneer and a role model for all young African-Americans to achieve their goal out of property may he rest in peace

I met Mr. Jordan being my nephew's father-in-law. Sending prayers to the family.

Black and white America lost a great man with the passing of Vernon E. Jordan. Jr. Vernon, a close friend and mentor to me, was an iconic civil rights leader, a political sage, who counseled presidents of all parties with wisdom and common sense, and a business voice that had a seat at the table with the most powerful leaders in the U.S., if not the world. Most of all, Vernon Jordan was a giant of a man whose voice commanded respect, demanded attention; and, just at the right moment, made humor and wit in a wonderful way to show that his genius came from overcoming odds that left no scars, but gave him purpose and joy in helping his people and his country. He will be greatly missed.

How fitting that Vernon made it through the month devoted to Black History, which in many ways his life embodied.
From waiting tables in his mother's Atlanta restaurant to fighting for voting rights to advising U.S. presidents.
Covering him for Newsweek, I went both to the White House and home to his house for my first taste of grits, a reminder of the roots he never forgot.
It was a pleasure and an honor to know him.

Heartfelt condolences to the Jordan family, as you shed your tears over your loss, may God be with all of you in your time of need.

I send my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Vernon Jordan for your loss. He was a leader in civil rights and respected by many. At this difficult time, may the God of tender mercies comfort and strengthen you as you mourn.

"You championed our cause. Thank you!"

RIP

An extraordinary man that worked hard and did so much for so many. My sincere sympathies to the Jordan family, truly sorry for your loss.

He was a great man. His family has my condolences.