Photo courtesy of Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton
New London, Connecticut
Sep 25, 1939 – Oct 30, 2017 (Age 78)
MYSTIC - Richard “Dick” Jordan, 78, of Ridgewood Drive, Mystic, died Monday at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London.
He was born September 25, 1939, in Bar Harbor, ME, the son of Ray and Evelyn (Kittredge) Jordan.
Dick earned a BA from Farmington State Teachers College (University of Maine). He married the love of his life, Joan Ramm, of Methuen, MA, in 1969, and they made their home in Mystic. Dick was well known in the area for his 25 years as the Assistant Director of the Town of Groton Parks and Recreation Department.
In addition to his wife Joanny, Dick is survived by his daughter Julie Jordan of Virginia Beach, VA; his son John Jordan, of Mystic; his cherished grandchildren Natalie, Joey, and Quentin; brother Paul Jordan of Burlington, VT; sister The Reverend Joan Jordan Grant, of Seal Cove, ME, and close family friend, Nancy Kluepfel, of Gales Ferry.
Dick was a long-time member of the Groton Congregational Church. A talented singer, he was very active in community theater, here and in Maine, where he directed and performed in many musical productions. In recent years he performed regularly with “PB&J” at the Steak Loft in Mystic; and was a volunteer at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital where he entertained patients with song.
I am remembering how Dick used to visit the local hospitals and go from room to room singing for the patients. A truly wonderful man! We miss him. Pete Davis, PB&J
Pete Davis, PB&J
October 26, 2022
We in PB&J still miss Richard. He really just lit up the room at the Steak Loft. "Requiescat in pace", Richard.
Peter Davis
October 26, 2021
Often think about Dick and what a talented gentleman he was. He had a wonderful voice and entertained many people. In theater he was always prepared and delivered a great performance!
Gary Sullivan
October 26, 2020 | Danville, VA | Friend
On this anniversary of Richard's passing, I and the other members of PB&J remember him with affection. He was a great guy in every way, and we really miss his singing!
Peter Davis
October 26, 2020 | North Stonington, CT
3 years and I still miss you and love you so much! You are the best Daddy I could have ever dreamed of having. The kids miss you terribly too. We think about you and talk about you all the time. We try to continue with your traditions and to be kind and caring to all. LOVE-A-YOU!
julie Jordan
October 26, 2020 | Portsmouth, VA | Daughter
I can't believe it has been almost two years Dad. I miss you so very very much..... Love-a-you! The kids love and miss you too and cuddle with your Bar Harbor blanket.....
Julie Jordan
October 28, 2019 | Weeksville, NC | Daughter
On the second anniversary of Dick's passing, we of "PB&J" still miss him and his excellent voice. When we play a song that he used to sing, we can remember how beautifully he sang, and how much he enjoyed it. It was an honor to know and work with him.
Pete Davis
Peter Davis
October 26, 2019 | North Stonington, CT | Coworker
My beloved Jordan family...
My family sends our deepest condolences out to you. My heart broke when I heard the news about Mr.J. Such a kind, loving, humble, talented, selfless, sweet, man he was. Also he was like a second father to my brother and I growing up and through out our lives. My heart is full of so many happy memories we all shared together. We are family. Years and years of travel, theater, birthdays, holidays, and so much more. He most definitely touched and made an impact...
Lisa Esway
November 15, 2017 | Ft. Myers, FL
Dick was always a favorite of the Murphy Family. A great neighbor to Mom & Dad. Our condolences to the Jordan Family
Kerry Murphy
November 10, 2017 | North Branford, CT