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Jordan Parker Obituary
AVILLA - Jordan James "J.J." Parker, 26, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023.
He was born on April 2, 1996, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Jordan was a 2014 graduate of East Noble High School.
He loved being outdoors - camping and canoeing, hanging with his friends, and was a 4-H champion, competing with sheep. His pit bulls, Daisey and Marcie, held a special place in his life, along with his cats, Tut and Captain. Jordan had a love of cars and could tell you details of them without hesitation.
He recently followed his dream and opened Speak Easy Vapes in Kendallville. He absolutely loved and enjoyed having his own shop. Prior to that, he was a layout technician at Diversified Pattern in Avilla.
Jordan was a gentle soul, with a contagious smile, laugh and hugs. He could walk into a room full with complete strangers and leave with a room full of friends. He was one of a kind and everyone he came in contact with knew just that. He was so loved by all that knew him and will forever be missed.
Survivors include his parents, James and Cheryl Parker, of Avilla; brother, Bailey Parker, of Avilla; sister, Peyton (Jimmy) Beneke, of Avilla; father, Brian (Angie Augustyniak) Brothers, of Fort Wayne; sisters, Loren (Justin) Davis, of Fort Wayne, Taylor Martin, of Fort Wayne, and Ashley Martin of D.C.; grandparents, Marilyn McClure, of Fort Wayne, James (Janette) Parker, of LaOtto, Jill Baker, of Churubusco, and Elizabeth "Betsy" Brothers, of Ossian. Also surviving are nieces, Hadley Parker and Harper Beneke; many aunts, uncles, cousins; and a great number of friends.
Jordan was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, James McClure; and paternal grandfather, George Brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Monday, Feb. 6, 2023, at Harper Funeral Homes, Avilla Chapel, 530 N. Main St., Avilla, with visitation one hour prior to the service.
The Rev. Michael Roeske, of St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Fort Wayne will officiate.
Visitation will also be held from 2-8 p.m., on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023, at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Ege Catholic Cemetery.
Contributions in Jordan's memory may be directed to the Fort Wayne Pit Bull Coalition (www.fwpbc.com) or the Humane Society of Noble County.
To sign the online guestbook or leave a condolence, visit www.harperfuneralhomes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Kim Fraser
February 24, 2023
Sending peace, love and light. My next pit bull rescue will be for Jordan.
Five Lakes
February 7, 2023
Jordan was a joy to have as a customer at Five Lakes. He was always so kind to all of the staff and was very patient each time he came in. We are so sad to hear of this loss and we will miss his presence dearly. We will always remember the "iced peppermint mocha" guy. Condolences and thoughts to all family and friends of Jordan. He was truly a bright spirit.
Steve and Rene´ Shanton
February 6, 2023
So sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lisa Zidlick
February 3, 2023
No words to express how much you will be missed Jordan. A very short life well lived.
The Craig Family from Ky
February 2, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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