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Jordan Duerr Obituary
Jordan Michael Duerr, 17, of East Dubuque, IL passed away Friday, May 6, 2016, at University of Iowa Hospitals from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born July 5, 1998, in Dubuque, IA; the son of Joseph Duerr and Maggie Smith-Thiltgen. Jordan was a current honor student at East Dubuque High School preparing for graduation on June 3, 2016. He worked at Jackson Concrete, Galena with his stepfather, John. He loved super heroes, especially Captain America and his best friend and companion "Fluffy". Jordan was very dedicated in everything he did from his school work to keeping himself in shape. He was a very quiet person who refused any special attention, but could always light up a room with his contagious smile. He is survived by his mother, Maggie (John) Thiltgen of East Dubuque; his father, Joe (Lisa) Duerr of Stockton, IL; two sisters, Samantha Duerr and Sara Thiltgen, both of East Dubuque; stepsister, Lindsey Volling and stepbrother, Logan Volling, both of Stockton; maternal grandmother, Mary Gill Smith of Galena; paternal grandmother, Nita Duerr of Elizabeth, IL; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Robert Smith; paternal grandfather, Donald Duerr; cousin, Lucy Smith; and his best friend, John Splinter. Jordan was an organ donor to help save other peoples lives.
Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2016, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may call Thursday after 9:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena. Friends may also call from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena.The family requests no flowers. In honor of Jordan the family requests that on Friday, May 13, 2016, people wear their favorite super hero outfit. Online condolences maybe left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com
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Compassionate Friends.org
May 10, 2016
In memory of Jordan.
Condolences to his parents, grandmothers and family, in this difficult loss.
Please know, that others share your grief. You are not alone.
Don and Robin Hartog
May 10, 2016
Gone 2 soon !! Thoughts and Prayers r with u all!!
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