Robert L. Jordan
January 26, 1931 ~ November 2, 2018
Robert L. Jordan, 87, Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home November 2, 2018. Bob was born January 26, 1931, in Clay County, to the late Ira C. and M. Adalee (Royer) Jordan.
He proudly served in the United States Navy and worked on the Railroad for fourteen year prior to starting his own business. Bob was the founder, owner, and operator of Jordan Demolition for more than 50 years. A self-made and hard working man, he always took great pride in his work. Additionally, he was a member of the National Demolition Association and had been a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. He enjoyed boating, trap shooting, flying, traveling, and mission work. Bob was fiercely loyal to his family and will be fondly remembered by his loved ones and many friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, John R. Jordan.
Survivors include his wife, Judy (Holden) Jordan, to whom he was united in marriage October 10, 1981; daughter, Vicki L. (Kirk) Martin of Springfield, Ohio; son, Timothy B. Jordan of Indianapolis; brother, Jack L. (Sandy) Jordan of Indianapolis; sister, Betty L. Dunkel of Indianapolis; seven grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Monday, November 5, 2018, 4 to 8 p.m., in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East St., Indianapolis and from 1 to 2 p.m., Tuesday, November 6, 2018. The funeral service will begin at 2 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Baptist International Missions Inc. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Grandpa, You are the greatest man I have ever known and I am going to miss you so very much. You have been such a huge part of my life and you were dedicated to raising the kids and for that I will be forever grateful to you and grandma. You have taught me so much and I will not forget all the love and compassion you have shown us. I cant imagine my life without you in it and it will be hard to go on, but we will and we will make you proud. I love you grandpa I cant wait to see you in heaven. Love always, Desiree Jordan
Bob was a good man. Sorry for all of you for your loss. Shelli Russell
I thank God for letting Robert Jordan, “Bob” be a part of my life. Bob and I met when I was 12 yrs. old. He helped mold me into the man I am today, treated me like a son. Tought me to run heavy equipment, and do demolition. I dont know where I’d be today if our paths had’nt crossed. You will ALWAYS be in my heart & thoughts. You are Such a GREAT LOSS to us all. Heaven has gained a great man. Keeping family in my prayers.
grandpa bob was one of the greatest men to walk this earth. his kind heart and determination got him anything he ever wanted in life. he was a loving and caring man who always thought of his family, although he loved to argue, he was always the sweetest man i’ve ever met.
The first time I met Bob Jordan I went over there with Kelsie his granddaughter and he said who is this man in my house ! Lol. Just an amazing guy always working on some type of project ! Nothing but Love and good things to say about this man !
So many funny memories with bob. From sitting on the couch using funny Snapchat filters to driving around Mooresville to John Deere and all the other places he needed to run errands. I will miss you so much!! We shared so many moments laughing together & I could never leave your house unless you got your hug. Watch over all of us ❤️
Oh how I’ll miss sharing secrets with you -Kels
Bob Jordan or as I called him “grandpa” was such a loving man. From the beginning of Kelsie and I’s friendship in 8th grade Bob and Judy welcomed everyone into their home with love in their hearts. Bob always had numerous jokes and stories to tell and we all loved spending time with him. Countless dairy queen runs, sleepovers, and even just watching tv with him are memories I will cherish forever. I will always be thankful for the love and knowledge he shared. I will miss you everyday and will hold our memories close to my heart.
Bob Jordan had the biggest heart. From the day I met him, he always treated me like part of the family. All of the times I spent with him were full of love and laughter and that is something I will never forget. He was a Grandpa to not only me, but all of my family. He was there for so many times in my life and I will never forget this amazing man. I love you so much Grandpa and I am so blessed to have had you in my life for so long!
There are seriously so many great memories with grandpa it’s hard to choose just one! I would say my favorite was spring break when grandpa rode his scooter right into the ocean and had to take it apart in hopes it would work again! He was always doing some crazy things to make someone laugh. You will be missed by so many and I am so grateful to of had a bonus grandpa like you for all these years! Love you so much and will see you again some day!
Bob always treated me like his own and was such a loving soul. He was always making all of us laugh & he needed his hugs!!ߒ– I love all the stories he would tell, whether it was from when he was my age or from the previous day when he scared the nurse on purpose to keep himself occupied. You’re loved and will be missed dearly, by many!
Bob Jordan was such a blessing to everyone’s life. He always made everyone feel as they were family, and made everyone’s heart so full. I’ll never forget when we were on vacation and he drove his scooter into the lazy river and had to take it all apart and let it dry off. There was never a dull moment with him. Although he may not be my grandpa by blood, he always treated me as his own. You will be missed very dearly grandpa, I love you so much!
One of my favorite memories was standing in line at Holiday World and he ask the lady if he could go in and wait in the shade so he went in and then back through the exit line to get his hand stamped and told Judy don’t you dare pay for me a ticket. Then he went back through showed his stamp and hid behind a sign. Grandpa was always doing stuff to make people smile I feel blessed that he was a part of mine and my children’s lives I will miss him dearly. Love you always grandpa
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jordan family. I didn’t know Bob well but I do know he was a good guy and I admire his taste in boats. Throttle up and make way as we wave from the shore. Dwayne and Peggy Wilson
Robert L Jordan was a very dear friend of mine I respect the man learned a lot from him and he’s really going to be messed in my heart and my family’s heart see you on the other side Bob.
Grandpa use to always hang out with us girls by the pool talking and cracking jokes . He always had a smile on his face every time I saw him ! He was like a grandpa to all of us & will be missed so much .