Susan Jordan Obituary
Gail Jordan, a beloved educator and dedicated member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas, at the age of 71. Born on June 1, 1954, in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, she lived a life that exemplified her passion for teaching, animals, and the love of her family.
Gail's journey in education began after her graduation from Hampshire-Fannett High School. She furthered her studies by earning a Bachelor's Degree from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, followed by obtaining her Teaching Certificate from Lamar University. She shared her knowledge and fostered a love for learning in countless students during her tenure as a teacher at Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur and Hampshire-Fannett High School. Her impact on her students and the community will be fondly remembered.
Outside of her professional pursuits, Gail found joy in various hobbies. She was an avid reader, a skilled cook, and an enthusiastic gardener, always nurturing both her plants and her love for animals, particularly horses, which held a special place in her heart. Gail lived her life with a generous spirit, deeply involved with her faith as a member of St. George's Episcopal Church.
Gail is survived by her loving sons, Kyle Jordan, and Kevin S. Jordan and his wife, Jamie. She took immense pride in her role as a grandmother to her grandchildren, Vivian and Morgan Jordan. Also cherishing her memory are her brother, Robert Estes, and step-siblings, Chris Reeser, Claudia Daigle, and Bob Reeser.
Gail was predeceased by her father, Leland Estes, her mother, Marry Freeman Reeser, her step-father, George C. Reeser, and her siblings, John Estes and Christopher Estes. The love and legacy she leaves behind will forever resonate in the hearts of all who knew her, a testament to a life well-lived and a spirit that will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in honor of Gail to the ASPCA, https://secure.ASPCA.org/donate.
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