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David Jordan Obituary

David Jordan, aged 61, passed calmly in the early morning of Friday June 16 surrounded by his wife of 40 years, Debbie Jordan; his children, Ashly and Leslie, and their spouses David and Lindsay; his parents, Betty and Lynn; his siblings, Dan and Donna, and Dan's spouse Brandy. Dave is also survived by his Aunt Ellie and her spouse Tom; his Aunt Wanda; his Uncle Al; Donna's spouse David; many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends; and Hoss, JJ, and Vienna. Dave attended Walled Lake Central High School, graduating in 1979. He went on to Lawrence Institute of Technology, earning degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration. His career in logistics and manufacturing spanned nearly 40 years, working for Leaseway Transportation, Sigma Stamping, and Hatch Stamping, where he rose to General Manager of four tooling and manufacturing facilities. Dave's thoughtful, sweet, and wise words will continue to guide the many family and friends who loved him and relied on him as their rock. Decades of memories will forever be celebrated including things Dave loved: watching sports and listening to music in the garage; restoring cars; the outdoors; making jewelry and pottery; making mixtapes; being on the lake; neighborhood gatherings at the bonfire; and having a good time with his family and friends. Dave joins his buddy Jim (Gutierrez), his grandparents Thelma and Harold (Jordan), his grandparents Mary and James (Papp), and his nephew Randy (Shaner). An outdoor celebration of his life will be held on his birthday on July 2nd.

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Published by The Oakland Press on Jun. 24, 2023.

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Shannon Percy

June 29, 2023

Dave Jordan was our BIG big brother on Union Lake, always a bear of a guy and sweetest, gentlest person. I always had a crush on him of course but he was bigger than life. Just a stellar person from a stellar family who I always looked up to. He raised a beautiful family, just the most perfect gift to the world from him. I can't believe he's gone, but he will always hold a special place in my heart.

Terri

June 28, 2023

I have many memories of David when we were growing up, I lived on Cedar Island/ Round Lake and we graduated high school together. Always such a kind soul Sending prayers.

Marianne

June 28, 2023

So many good memories of David growing up in the neighborhood and my brothers best buddy, RIP David. thoughts and prayers to the family. Marianne (Taylor) Crawford

Karen (Johnson) Sieloff

June 27, 2023

David was our next door neighbor on Union Lake from 1969 to when my parents moved in 1978. Fond memoriesbof growing up next door. Deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to Lyn & Betty, Donna & Danny, David´s wife, children, other relatives and friends. Karen (Johnson) Sieloff

Kathy Thornton

June 26, 2023

Sorry for the loss. I´m an old neighbor of the Jordan´s on Barnsbury. RIP David.

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