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Kevin Jordan

Bristol, Rhode Island

1945 - 2026 (Age 80)

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Kevin E. Jordan, Ph.D. died on January 22, 2026, following a battle with cancer. Born 1945 in Lawrence, MA, he was the son of the late James F. and Lucy Mary (Perry) Jordan. He grew up in Lawrence in a household that, along with his parents, was shared by his eight siblings, his grandmother Mary...

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Linda - Sally and I were so saddened to learn of Kevin's passing. He was a true Bristol institution, and such a remarkable inspiration in the world of historic preservation. I personally benefitted from his sage advice with our projects at Blithewold. And we so enjoyed having you as our neighbors for many years. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you.

Linda, so, so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. Rene & Pat Martel

Very for your loss. Kevin was a very good man, with a unique ability to share his knowledge kindly.

Deepest condolences. A treasure lost, but contributions that endure forever. Thank you.

Kevin was the first person I met in Bristol (June, 1977) for my RWC interview. From that beginning, he became a mentor - as much a friend as teacher.

Kevin typically expressed himself with an inimitable, dark humor: George Carlinesque, cranky yet in a fun and endearing way. Linda, of course, was the perfect foil for Kevin’s antics and together they made a great team.

I’ll miss Kevin and all he brought to the table - he was one of Bristol’s original ‘Old Guard’ that...

Hi Linda, I was one of Kevin's students. He was my favorite and most inspirational Professor. I remember being invited to your home a few times and always enjoyed visiting both of you. I'm very sorry for your loss. Kevin will be missed. Take care of yourself Linda! With love, Chris.