- Andrew Calvin Jordan
Peacefully, ther passed to eternal rest, at the GWM Hospital, Perth, on Tuesday, February 2nd, 1981, one well-known to many, in the person of Andrew Calvin Jordan.
Born on November 13th, 1899, at Christie Lake, he was the third son of the late John Jordan and Martena Miller.
On June 25th, 1934, at the hoe of the bride's parents, he was united in marriage to Marion Christeen Palmer, who survives, along with three daughters, Isobel (Mrs. Alvin Paul), Frances (Mrs Eric Dixon), both of Perth and Mavis (Mrs Rod Woolham) of Pickering, also eight grandchildren, Heather and Brenda Paul, Angela, Gregory and Graeme Dixon, Michele, Shellie and Kevin Woolham.
Of a family of eight only two survive, Miss Helen Jordan, Perth and Miss Sadie Jordan, Toronto. He was predeceased by three brothers, George, Arthur and John; and in infancy Martena and Donald.
Cal, as he was affectionately called by many, was a man of sterling worth and was held in hight esteem by all who knew him.
The Jordan home was ever a hospitable one, where the head of the household alwaysfound time to engage in friendly conversation, and to perform some kindly act or unselfish deed. Thus, Calvin Jordan enriched his life and won for himself enduring friendships - only real values in human life.
He was a member of the Official Board of Calvin United Church, Bathurst, for many years. He also held the position of Steward and treasurer for a number of years. After attending and teaching Sunday School he became Superintendent. In earlier years he had worked diligently in the "Excelsior Club" within the church, being an avid participant in all programs, including educational debates, and discussions.
In June, 1979, Calvin was presented with an "Appreciation Award" for "outstanding service of more than fifty years with our church".
Calvin was a farmer by profession, and was always interested in Community affairs, being president of the Lanark County Federation of Agriculture for some time.
In 1975 Marion and Calvin sold their farm on the fourth line of Bathurst, and mived back near Christie Lake, to the newly renovated home, where they had lived when newlyweds.
Funeral service was at Blair & Sons Funeral Chapel, on Thursday, Febgruary 5th, 1981. Rev. Robert Condie delivered a fitting discourse, which left a lasting impression on Clavin's host of friends. Mr Charlie Patton, a friend and neighbour, rendered Calvin's favourite hymn "Amazing Grace, " accompanying himself on the guitar.
The largely attended funeral, plus the profusion of lovely flowers, contributions to Calvin United Church, and In Memoriams to the Canadian Bible Society and Heart Foundation bespoke sympathy to the family.
Burial Service took place at the family plot at the Scotch Line Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Donald Jordan, Robert Jordan, Allan Cameron, all nephews, Jack Mitchell, Gordon Stiller, and Earl Perkins, neighbours.
"Upright and just in all his ways,
Loyal and true through all his days,
Faithfully serving to life's end,
When God called home our loving friend."
Miller Clipping File
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1899 - 1981 (81 years)
