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Jacqueline JORDAN
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Jacqueline JORDAN Obituary
October 13, 1965 – September 18, 2013
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our lovely daughter, wife, sister, mother and friend, Jacqueline Alana Jordan. Jackie was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2010 and carried on with grace, fortitude, and the utmost dedication to her family and community. Jackie grew up in Calgary and moved to Vancouver to attend the University of British Columbia. She obtained a Bachelor's degree along with building her talents in the film industry, becoming 1st Assistant Director on several series, movies and commercials across Canada and overseas. In 2001 Jackie worked at the Directors Guild of Canada, later taking on an instructing role in Film Studies at Capilano University. In 2004 Jacqueline and Quincy welcomed the joy of their lives, Alana. Raising Alana, along with their beloved dogs Emma and then Lou Lou, provided them with an abundance of love, joy and laughter. Jackie loved books, music, cooking, playing and teaching piano, gardening, and above all, being a mother. Jackie will be greatly missed by her husband, Quincy Mittertreiner and daughter, Alana, of Vancouver, B.C.; her mother, Helen Milton of Calgary; siblings Pam Ediger (Harry), Jim Jordan (Sarah), and Jennifer Milton-Reinbold (Greg) of Calgary; father-in-law Ton Mittertreiner of Canmore, AB; brother-in-law Phil Mittertreiner (Jan) of Calgary; and sister-in-law Doreen (Bruce) of Texas; her step mother Karen Jordan of Calgary; and many nieces and nephews. Jacqueline was predeceased by her father George Jordan. Jackie's compassion, strength, and spirit will live on in our hearts forever. The absolute kindness and gracious support of family, friends and the Carnarvon community throughout Jackie's illness will never be forgotten. The family is also deeply grateful for the overwhelming care and compassion of BC Cancer's support and hospital staff. A gathering in honor of Jacqueline will take place at a later date in Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated in Jackie's name to: http://donate.bccancerfoundation.com/goto/Jacqueline. We gratefully accept memories, anecdotes, photos or expressions of sympathy to be directed to: [email protected]
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August 10, 2014
I think of you everyday, my friend. I am so very grateful you were a part of my life. I miss you and love you very much.
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Beth Grant
February 7, 2014
Dear Helen; Pam & Harry and family; Jim & Sarah and family; Jennifer & Greg and to Jacquie's husband and daughter,
The only thing that lasts longer than sorrow is love. May the love you have for your beautiful Jacquie give you strength to endure your grief.
My heart aches for your huge tragic loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Much love,
Beth Grant and family.
Erin Carpenter
November 10, 2013
Jackie, what a lovely, sweet person I remember from living next door to her growing up, and what a beautiful laugh she had. She seemed to always be smiling, laughing and friendly. I was lucky enough to see Jackie on occasion after she moved to Vancouver, and her easy warmth was still very much a part of her... and there was that beautiful laugh. So many good childhood memories of Jackie, and her family - to whom I extend sincere sympathies, and wish them, and Jackie's husband and precious daughter, some comfort..
Jann Sumner
November 7, 2013
I have just learned of Jackie's passing and I am heart broken. She was my cousin. Even though I hadn't seen her in years as I live in Ontario and she in Vancouver, we did see each other in BC in 2011 and it was an instant connection and affection. We spoke of her illness, her family and her hair... it was growing back. She exuded warmth, kindness and sweetness. My heart goes out to her husband, daughter and her four legged friends. God bless you. She was loved and she will be missed. xo
Kathleen Murphy
October 27, 2013
Our most heartfelt condolences, to Quincy and Alana, to Helen, Pam, Jim, and Jennifer. A beautiful life taken far to soon. RIP Jackie
Ross, Kathleen and Charlie
October 23, 2013
Helen: I was so sorry to see that your beloved daughter had passed away -I can't imagine how hard it is for you & your family Sincerely Diana V Brown
Betsy Marler
October 22, 2013
Jackie was one of the most special people that I have had the privilege of knowing. The first time I met Jackie was at St. Mary's church around 2 years ago. I felt an immediate connection with Jackie. It was as if I had met an old soul and I had always known her. She was compassionate, intuitive, beautiful, humorous,wise and quite simply one of those people who touch you deeply. Our friendship was not long in earthly years but the feeling of it will remain with me always. I know we will meet again. My thoughts and prayers are with you Quincy and Jackie's "little angel, Alana.
Liz Rumball
October 15, 2013
What very sad news. I remember Jackie possessing a unique combination of a calm demeanour, wicked wit, and a smile that was so charming. She was a force.
Brenton Spencer
October 15, 2013
I just heard today. I worked closely with Jackie in her early days and considered myself privileged to be here co-worker and at times confidant. She always shared her beautiful spirit with everyone. I send my condolences and thoughts and prayer to her family.
Kerri Booth
October 14, 2013
Jac and I shared a love for boxer's. Every visit to her home was filled with great warmth, laughs and memories. And fabulous food. To spend time with her was truly a blessing. Her strong will and determination was something to be in awe of. I am so happy she came into my life and was such an amazing friend. Quincy and Alana and Lou xoxo.
October 12, 2013
Quincy and Alana,
We were heartbroken to hear of Jackie's passing. You are in our prayers. May you find comfort in the memories you shared. I remember meeting Jackie that one time in Vancouver and remember her beautiful smile.
With love and heartfelt sympathy,
Patti and Garth Marrale
October 11, 2013
This is very sad news - my condolences go out to Quincy and Alana, her extended family and friends. Both of us being Albertans, we worked together a lot - and it was always a delight. She was a strong and energetic leader - and kept the crew moving with her "let's shooty shoot shoot!" I still say that - and think of her fantastic smile and natural warmth. Anne Wheeler
John Pozer
October 9, 2013
Jackie's smiling eyes and special energy will never fade. A happy, positive presence in my life, she was a guiding and graceful force who had a way of making things right. A joy to work with. A friend to laugh with. So truly memorable in every way. My prayers and condolences to her loving family and close friends.
Vanja & Dario Santic-Drinovac
October 9, 2013
Quincy and Alana, our hearts go out to you and your family. There are no words to help ease the pain, but find comfort in the memories you shared. We will always remember Jackie as a beautiful, caring person and will miss her dearly.
Vanja & Dario
Jana Gerwing
October 8, 2013
So very saddened to learn of Jackie's passing. She was a very special lady, beautiful inside and out, so very generous, warm and kind hearted..it was always a pleasure to be in her company. I will always have fond memories of Jackie serving me tea and some of her delicious home baked goodies in her kitchen while the girls played and Emma, then Lou, made sure not to be left out. Dog walks in the neighbourhood while catching up on life...all those precious small moments that now seem so sweet. Jackie was one of those people that even though our paths didn't cross that often, it was always so easy to pick up where we last left off and share a laugh or two. I often wished that the routines of our daily lives would have allowed us more time together, but I will treasure and remember the happy times. Goodbye my dear friend, you will be greatly missed.
Quincy and Alana, I can not even begin to imagine how hard this time must be for you....myself, Michael and the girls send our love and deepest condolences to the both of you and the rest of Jackie's extended family.
Polly
October 6, 2013
I am saddened and so sorry for your loss Helen. My heart to you and family.
Annika Mountain and family
October 6, 2013
Jackie was a bright light in my life and she inspired me so much. Hope, passion, determination, goodness and love are words that come to mind when I think of her. She was such a beautiful person and I feel blessed to have known her. She will always hold a special place in my heart. I would like to express my deepest condolences to her family – Quincy, Alana (her angel), Helen and to all of her extended family members I am so sorry for your loss.
Shelly Dueck
October 4, 2013
I am so sad to hear of Jackie's passing. I had the pleasure of caring for her beloved Boxer Lou and will continue to do so to date. From the first time I sat down with her in her home for our little Meet N Greet I found Jackie to be such a wonderful, lovely caring person that clearly adore her daughter Alana and her dog Loulou. She will leave a lasting impression on me, and one I will never forget.
Danielle de Smit
October 4, 2013
A sad loss of a lovely and gracious Lady that I had the privilege to work with several times in my early years in the biz. Condolences.
Ron and Kay French
October 4, 2013
My wife and I are in shock today to learn of Jackie's passing. She was a good friend to us that we got to know thru our work. Although we haven't seen her in for couple years, it is hard to imagine that she is not here. Our condolences to her husband, daughter, family and close friends.
Sutton Group Canwest
October 4, 2013
From your friends at Sutton Group - Canwest, our deepest heartfelt condolences go out to you, Helen, and your family at this time of loss.
As you celebrate the life of Jacqueline, please remember the true lasting friendships you have forged here.
Simon Neigum
October 3, 2013
Q, you likely know that Jackie's presence will always be felt, she will be that angel looking after you and Alana when you are least aware . . . just know she is there!
Rebecca Popoff
October 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you Quincy, your daughter Alana and your family. God Bless you!
Andrea Brown
October 2, 2013
So sad we lost you beautiful girl, I have great memories of our early days in film I shall treasure and never forget. Much love to your family xx
Vince Laxton
October 2, 2013
I met Jackie when she was a trainee in a career that saw her become one of the city's finest AD's. Always a beautiful person, always a professional, I am deeply saddened by this loss. My condolences to all the family and close friends Jackie leaves behind.
Katherine Lundh
October 2, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to Alana, Quincy and all of Jackie's family. Jackie was an inspiration of strength and grace. Sadly I only came to know Jackie once she became ill and would have loved to have been blessed with having her cross my path sooner as she lit up a room with her beautiful smile and her compassion was limitless even when she fighting such a brave fight. I will miss your smile dear friend and our little heart to hearts. Peace and love to all your family.
jacqueline gould
October 2, 2013
The girl I was always so proud to be mistaken for. There was nobody like Jackie, a trendsetter in our industry and more importantly, a sweet and beautiful soul. If it was not for Jackie I would not have met Mike and had my son Michael. I cherish what we had. I am so sad you are gone. Much love to Quincy and Alana.
Donna Pepin
October 1, 2013
My sincerest sympathy Quincy, Alana, and your family...I am so very sorry for your heartbreaking loss. May Jackie's love sustain you and always be with you.
Jenn Bos
October 1, 2013
To Quincy and Alana, I am deeply sorry for your loss. The love I witnessed in your family was beautiful. I can't even fathom the deep ache in your hearts. Jackie was and remains an inspiration in my life. Her strength, fortitude and plain and simple determination to live her life, to be joyful, to laugh, be a little naughty in the midst of her physical health was tremendous. , I find her coming to mind on almost all the big hill climbs I do cycling ever since dedicating the Furry Creek hill climb to her in the 2012 Fondo. The predominant thought is remembering the fight that she put up to stay in this world as long as she could, and to make the most of every minute of it. Jackie, thank you for being a light in my life.
Caren Cook
September 30, 2013
A truly extraordinary woman, a wife, a mother, and so much more. Her light lives on in all she touched with her infectious smile and bright eyes. Blessed to have known her. Grateful she shared her life with Quincy and built a family with Alana and the dogs. She will not be forgotten. My ride in the 2014 Ride2Survive will be dedicated to Jackie, for her fight, her courage and her legacy.
Christine Haebler
September 30, 2013
Jacquie was a very fine, thoughtful, caring, charismatic, beautiful person. I have only fond memories of our time spent working together invariably laughing at some small, absurd event of the day. My condolences to her family and close friends. Missed but never forgotten.
Sheila Carpenter
September 30, 2013
I will cherish the many memories of Jackie, my beloved friend. She was kind and empathetic, smart and determined, talented and beautiful, fun and a little bit naughty, and it was my great good fortune to have had her in my life.
From sharing childhood birthday parties to having the pleasure of working in film with her, from travels together in Europe to seeing her contentedness and joy with Quincy and Alana, Jackie left a trail of light through her too-short life.
Her effort to spread hope and positivity to those around her, even as she battled her own illness, was an extraordinary demonstration of her grace.
My most heartfelt condolences to Quincy and Alana, to Helen, Pam, Jim, and Jennifer, and to all of the people whose lives she touched.
Doug Beischel
September 30, 2013
Jacque Jordan was one of those rare unforgettable people that life doesn't give us enough of. She was ridiculously pretty, intelligent, kind, funny and travelled in and out of junior high cliques effortlessly. Many of us that knew her lost touch with her as we went to different high schools, universities and moved to different cities. Hearing of her passing left all of us saddened, mainly because our loss must be so insignificant compared to that of her husband, young daughter, close friends and family. We will pray for you and hope that your sorrow will be lessened with time and God's grace.
Raymond Greig
September 30, 2013
Our deepest sympathies go to the family.
Bev White
September 30, 2013
Jackie was a delight to work with - she was always professional, positive, genuinely considerate and caring. My sympathy to her family for their loss - it is simply heartbreaking.
Bev White
Carol Anne Humphrys
September 29, 2013
We met walking our boxer dogs in the neighbourhood - and shared lots of laughs about our often-naughty dogs, with their very "boxer" personalities, and it always brought a smile to my face, as I looked out my window or drove by, to see this beautiful brunette walking along with her beautiful dog, then with her dog and a stroller, and often her husband, and then with her beautiful daughter walking beside her. That is what I will always remember - Jackie and her beloved boxers and beautiful family, walking the oak shaded streets of our 'hood. It will not be the same without her. Nick and I and the girls are heartbroken. Our deepest sympathies to all of Jackie's family.
September 29, 2013
Jacquie made my days brighter.....working and laughing with her made for wonderful days I will cherish forever.
Love and Peace, Kelsey
September 29, 2013
I will always remember how much I looked up to Jackie in film as an assistant director. She was so sincere and I am sad to hear of her passing. My thoughts go out to her family and friends.
Tina Senger
September 29, 2013
Jacque I thought of you again this week as my mother celebrated her 75th birthday now 24 years breast cancer free. You were the wind beneath so many of our wings! I will miss you. Love, Tina
Ida Maria Pan
September 29, 2013
xox Oh Jackie!
Toni Bullock
September 29, 2013
I am so incredibly sad to hear of Jackie's passing. She was truly a beautiful person inside and out, and one of the kindest people I have ever known. Such a tragic loss. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved her, especially her husband and daughter. And as her friend Kelly said, she did have the best hair - always!
A quote from one of Jackie's favourite books:
“In one of those stars I shall be living. In one of them I shall be laughing. And so it will be as if all the stars were laughing, when you look at the sky at night. And when your sorrow is comforted (time soothes all sorrows) you will be content that you have known me. You will always be my friend...I shall not leave you.”
? Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince
Shirley Gentner
September 29, 2013
Jackie touched the lives of so many. The memories are so dear. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Braden Haggerty
September 29, 2013
This is so sad to hear. I haven't seen Jackie in many years but I remember her very well from days long ago in film. She was so fun to work with. Just a great lady. Loved working with her. My heart goes out to her family and friends. I am so glad I got to know her.
Bob Comer
September 29, 2013
I cant describe how I feel.She truly was an amazing person.
I feel deeply sad at her loss,and all I can think to say ,is that if eyes really are the window to the soul then Jacqueline was a Goddess in more ways than one.
Turn to the ones you care about and tell them you love them.......everyday.Let that be one of her legacies.
Liz James
September 29, 2013
Jackie and I worked together on The Hunted, she was a ray of sunshine always, even on the long dark nights. Her generosity of spirit, her wicked sense of humour and her incredible warmth will never be forgotten. You were taken far too soon my friend. My deepest sympathies to your loving family. We were blessed to have known you.
September 29, 2013
I remember Jackie's warmth, calm, Kindness and professionalism when I worked with her on the late BABZ Chula ' s series "These Arms Of Mine"......May she rest in peace.
Carolyn Joels
September 28, 2013
My sincerest and deepest sympathy goes to all of Jackie's family. I wish I could lighten the pain that you are all carrying right now.
Deepest sympathy: Alan and Carolyn Joels
Ingrid Johnson
September 28, 2013
Our hearts are broken with this sad news. Jackie will be deeply missed. Our condolences to Alana, Quincy, Helen, Pam, Jimmy, Jennifer and her family and friends.
Ebru & Steve Montagano
September 28, 2013
You touched my life in such a short time. I miss your smile, warm hellos, and your dedication to neighborhood watch. You fought this cancer hard and showed amazing strength. May you now rest in peace. We send warm hugs and love to your beautiful Alana and Quincy and your family.
Andy Deskin
September 28, 2013
I loved working with Jackie. She was always pleasant, always a professional and her smile lit up the whole room.
Paulo Paralejas
September 28, 2013
Such a beautiful person inside and out. You will be missed Jackie and I'm so lucky to have met you. You always knew how to make me laugh. My condolences to Quincy and her daughter Alana.
Will Pfefferle
September 28, 2013
Sweet Jackie. Gone far too soon. She was a big part of my childhood and I will always love her. My sympathy and condolences to all of her family and firneds.
Dixie Cutler
September 28, 2013
Working with her was always a pleasure. Loved that ever-smiling face.
Shari O'Neill
September 28, 2013
i will remember Jackie with great fondness. she was always a pleasure to work with, always smiling and very very kind. my deepest condolences to her family. my heart goes out to them, especially her daughter. this is extremely sad news. rip Jackie.
Jenny McDonell
September 28, 2013
Safe journey, with all the love and light you shared and shined while you were here, sweet Jackie. My sincerest condolences to your loving family.
The grave itself is but a covered bridge,
Leading from light to light, through a brief darkness!
HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW, The Golden Legend
Steve & Michelle Bastable/Tan
September 28, 2013
Jackie's passing is deeply felt in our quiet Carnarvon neighbourhood. We will miss her cheery smile, wave, and greeting as we crossed paths frequently going about our day. That and her fiery sense of right and wrong as we discussed (mainly in our laneway) how we can all work together to create a safer, more cohesive neighbourhood. She will be missed...
Kelly Burrows
September 28, 2013
Jackie and I grew up together, we met at 16 and she was the best friend a young girl could ask for. We helped each other navigate through the (sometimes bumpy) waters of high school. She was always the responsible one, the level headed one, the calm one that we all counted on, the designated driver (in the early 80's long before there was such a thing). Then after high school, together we packed up her Honda Accord and headed west to UBC and we “lived the life” of university residence. From the first time we met to the last time we spoke a few months ago Jackie always put a smile on my face and warmth in my heart. She was a loving and a loyal friend, always. She had a beautiful smile and for sure she had the best hair ever! Jackie was warm and witty with a bit of a wild streak, but more than anything, even at 16 Jackie was wise beyond her years. Her wisdom always served her well, gave her strong direction and kept her focused on what was important. I pray her wisdom also gave her the hope, strength and peace to know that she will see her beloved family and friends again one day. So, until we meet again. RIP Jackie.
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