LTC Jon Edwin Jordan, USAR (Retired)

On Monday, November 9, 2026, LTC Jon E. Jordan entered into eternal rest in Charleston, SC after a brief battle with brain cancer. Jon was born August 8, 1962, in Bishopville, SC to Walter Lee and Helen Windham Jordan. As a child of a military family, Jon lived in a variety of places finally calling Lamar, SC home.

In the early 1980s Jon moved to Charleston, SC, where he entered The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina. Upon graduating, Jon received a Bachelor of Science in Education and was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. In 1999, Jon returned to his alma mater and received a Master's degree in Math and Computer Science. When not in service of his country, Jon taught Middle School History, Math, and Science as well as coaching numerous sports at various schools in the Charleston County area.

During his 22 years of Military Service, Jon became a highly decorated officer in the United States Army Reserve. LTC Jordan served in two deployments during his time of service. His deployments included Operation Desert Storm and the War on Terror. His many awards include, Meritorious Service Medal (2 awards), Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal (2 awards), Joint Service Achievement Medal, and Army Achievement Medal. He was a graduate of United States Army Transportation Basic Course, Transportation Advanced Course, Transportation Combined Arms and Service Staff School, and Command and General Staff College.

Jon was an active member of the Citadel Alumni Association, The American Legion, VFW and an active member of the Exchange Club of Charleston. He is preceded in death by his parents (Walter and Helen). He is survived by his wife of 38 years JerriAnne (Andi) Johnson- Jordan and daughters J. AsheLynne Jordan Fulghum (Chris) and JilliAnne O'Lee Jordan.

Donations may be made in honor of Jon to Pet Helpers on Folly Road or The Citadel Foundation, Class of 85 fund.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 12, 2026 in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm. Jon's funeral service will be held Friday, November 13, 2026 in Summerall Chapel at the Citadel at 1:00 pm, and interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.