This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: JACKSON, LONGJOHN Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22636/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JACKSON, Jordan J. Of Portage Jordan, age 19, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep at his home on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from a pre-existing heart condition. He was born August 4, 1988 in Kalamazoo, the son of Jeffrey and Mary (Longjohn) Jackson. Jordan was 2007 graduate of Portage Central High School and was currently attending Kalamazoo Valley Community College studying history and religion. He planned to travel and play with his "Band Family", Jason and Matt Curtis and Dominic Armstrong. Surviving are his parents, Jeff and Mary Jackson; two sisters, Jena Jackson and Mandi (fiancé Billy Parker) Jackson; one niece, Arabella; grandparents, Jeannine Longjohn of Portage, and Donnalee and Wilburn "Poppa" Jackson of Morris Chapel, TN; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends whom he loved. Preceding him in death were his grandfather, Gabriel Longjohn and one uncle, Mark Longjohn. Jordan was a loving and caring son and brother. He was a true and loyal friend. Jordan was a talented musician and songwr! iter. He will never be forgotten. Funeral services for Jordan will be at 11 AM on Tuesday at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Avenue. Friends may visit from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM on Monday at the funeral home. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Jordan's website and online guest book is available at www.langelands.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 4/12/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.