Lin Jordan
December 21, 2021
Raleigh, North Carolina - Lin Jordan died on December 21, 2021 at home at the age of 75 years. He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend of 53 years, Mary Ellen Jordan, son: Rev. Judson A. Jordan (Catherine) of St. Matthews, SC, daughter: Marilyn Jordan Young (Matthew) of Raleigh, grandchildren: Tucker, Hannah and Virginia Young, Spencer and Madeline Jordan, Mother; Step-Mother: Marie Jordan of Florence, SC, sister: Susan Rankin (Sam) of Charlotte, NC, and brothers: Roger Jordan (Gaye) of Florence, SC, David Creech (Earla) of Raleigh.
Lin graduated from Broughton High School, class of 1964, and Campbell University, class of 1968. He was a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for 30 years. After his retirement from the FBI, he held both consulting and management positions with Unum Insurance Corporation and Coastal Federal Credit Union.
He was an active member of Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, served on several boards of service organizations in Raleigh and was an active member of the Downtown Rotary Club of Raleigh.
A celebration of his life will be held at Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Road Raleigh, NC 27608 on Wednesday, December 29th at 2pm. The family will receive friends at the church following the memorial service. Inurnment will be in the church columbarium.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Rd Raleigh NC, 27608, or Embark Church (pastored by Lin's son), 3600 Columbia Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118.

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Published by The News & Observer on Dec. 26, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Lin Jordan

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13 Entries

Debbie Kissinger

January 26, 2022

Dear Mary Ellen,
I was so very sorry to hear of Lin's death. My prayers and sympathy are with you. I would love to see you in the near future. God Bless you and your family. Love Debbie Kissinger.

Douglas and Luana Luconi Winner

December 31, 2021

Mary Ellen and Family, Doug and I are sending our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Lin was a kind and generous gentleman. We will always remember fondly our many hours of discussions, debate, and laughter with Lin. We were fortunate to have known him.

Anne Smith, Christopher, Andrea and Michael

December 29, 2021

We were saddened to hear of the passing of a "great" neighbor and friend. We have many memories to treasure of the times our families shared so many years ago....Love and sincere condolences and prayers of comfort to Mary Ellen, Judson and Marilyn as well as extended family.

Margie Lee

December 29, 2021

I am so sad for your loss. You are all in my prayers. Love. Margie

Tom and Lib Campbell

December 29, 2021

Mary Ellen and family, please know we are thinking of you and your loss. We all had many happy memories together will mourn with you. May you find peace during this time. We are away from town and unable to celebrate Lin´s life with you in person.

Dick & Niki Watson

December 28, 2021

Mary Ellen and family, I was so saddened to learn of Lin's passing. He was my partner for several years while we were both assigned to the New York office of the FBI. We had a few, too few, conversations after our retirements. He was a great FBI agent, better guy and terrific partner. We both were non-New Yorkers navigating the Big Apple. May he rest in peace. My deepest sympathies to Mary Ellen and family.

Charlotte & Brian Sweeney

December 27, 2021

Lin was my 1964 Broughton HS classmate. Brian and I experienced his friendship, encouragement and kindness over the years. We grieve along with Mary Ellen and the family and we all miss him.

Jean Goldberg

December 27, 2021

Mary Ellen and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy . Sending love to you at this sad time. Jean

Suzanne Holloman

December 26, 2021

Tom and I knew Lin from serving with him on the board of the Grandparents Society at Trinity Academy of Raleigh where our grandsons are students. Lin was a gentleman in every sense of the word - a man of strong character who was always willing to help on projects and give advice. Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with Mary Ellen and all of the family.

Larry Wilson

December 23, 2021

Judy and I send our heartfelt prayers to Mary Ellen and the entire family. God has a special place for our dear friend.

David (& Jennifer) Faleski

December 23, 2021

I too worked alongside Lin at Coastal. We "shared" an office wall for many years. I will remember him for his warmth and kindness. Lin was a man of impeccable character and I am better for having had the chance to work with him along my career.

My deepest sympathy to his family and friends on their loss.

Gordon Winn

December 23, 2021

Mary Ellen and family; I was truly saddened to learn of Lin's passing. He was a really good man and good friend, and I have fond memories of the times that our families shared together. I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and the family during this very difficult time.

Jennifer Gallagher

December 23, 2021

Lin was my boss at Coastal for a few years. He was always willing to listen and always gave great advice. I loved running in to him around town after he retired. He will be missed and remembered by many.

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