Thelma V. Jordan
Obituary
Thelma V. (Hudson) “Lea” Jordan was born August 24, 1929 in Moberly, MO to Orvale & Vallie (Wolverton) Hudson and passed from this life on March 10, 2016 at the age of 86.
Lea was happiest serving others and being a true friend. She baked hundreds of her famous strawberry cakes for others to enjoy. She loved playing Words with friends and Bingo at the V.F.W. Her prayers for others with her internet prayer circle of friends affected the lives of so many that she didn’t even know. Her family was her world and she loved and was so proud of each one of her children, grand children and great grand children. We will all miss her for a time until we are united again but it is comforting to know she is at peace and rest with family and friends. Her husband, Ray, enjoyed being with her and loved her so much and she loved him. They shared so many great memories together. They are true examples of how a husband and wife are to care for and love one another and their children.
Her smile lit up the world in spite of her own personal trials. She put others first and always wanted to give of her time, talent and energy in service to others. Lea worked hard her whole life and loved making new friends. She was adored by so many and was a shining light that blessed our days with her. Most of all she loved Jesus and followed His example in loving others.
Lea was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marie Gaines. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Raymond Jordan; her children, Sandra Cisco and husband Dan, Deborah Kelly Rasulo and fiancé Cecil Hester, Richard Miller and wife Laurie, Kathy Cramer and husband Steve; her step-children, Judy East and husband Brian, Georgia Rae Pack and husband Kenny, and Lucky Jordan and wife Kathy; 15 grandchildren; and 23 great grandchildren.
Lea will lie in state Thursday from 10-8 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5-7 p.m. at the Ninde Brookside Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday at the Skiatook Free Will Baptist Church and she will be laid to rest at 2:00 p.m. Friday at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens.
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Tributes & Memories
Christmas 2014 I will miss Nana so much. When I think of Christmas Breakfast my first thought was that I get to see Nana today. I always felt like I was part of her family. God Bless you Nana!
Jo Lynn Wright
Christmas 2015
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Christmas 2013
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Christmas 2011
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Christmas 2012
Jo Lynn Wright
Our 2008 Red Hat Group with Lea and her daughter Sandy.
Parilee (Perri) Cox
I pray for Lea's family at this time of sadness. Lea was so sweet and always had that great smile. We were in a Red Hat group together years ago and had so much fun. We can look forward to seeing her in Heaven.
Perri Cox
Lit a candle in memory of Thelma V. "Lea" Jordan
Jo-Ann
Lit a candle in memory of Thelma V. "Lea" Jordan
Jane Willis
I had only known Lea for about the last five months, but I can tell you, she loved her kids and grandkids so much. She loved to visit and laugh and make her delicious strawberry cake for others to enjoy. And it was awesome, just like her. She will definitely be smiling down on her family while spending eternity with her Heavenly Father.
Patti Hathcoat
We are truly saddened by the passing of our adored and much loved Lea (nana to Ashlyn and Alec). She was a kind, generous and loving lady and will for sure be missed by many
The Agha Family
Lea touched our lives with her sweetness, compassion, and her grounded faith in Christ. We loved hearing from her every Saturday morning, when we were on the radio show, either on the phone or the computer. She kept the "Prayer Warriors" on their toes!! She loved to request Praise Inc. Phil and I loved taking her and Ray to the Gaither's Homecoming. Her smile lit up the room! She has a special place in our hearts. I have the recipes of her chocolate cake and strawberry cake she made for us when we came to spend the weekend with her and Ray. She will be missed but she is running on streets of gold today. Love to family and Kelly "thank you" for sharing her with us.
Phil and Carol Casey
I pray God, give her a seat at the table, because, for sure, she can brighten up the conversation and make , everyone feel better. She was my friend , for many year's and no matter how bad she felt, she was always' , checking on me , to see that I was well. She will be missed by all Her buddy forever, Rusty
Rusty Silvey
Nana... you were the one I reached out to and I think one of my "first" words, Nana. Thank you for all the dollars you gave me for my perfect nails. It meant so much to you and that made me happy. I miss you. Your, Jess.
Jess Davidovich
I will miss you Thelma. You were always a joy to be around. I love your cakes. Nicky and Brandy will be fine. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this trying time. Gone but NEVER forgotten.
Jennifer
How blessed I was to have known Lea for many years--even though we never actually met. She was the core of our email prayer group. She prayed for others so faithfully, willingly and lovingly. We will all miss her more than words can say. My sincere condolences to Lea's family. Love you, Lea! I know, without doubt, that someday we will meet face to face!
Tammy Brookover Jay
I loved seeing Mrs. Jordan and Nicky when I worked at Banfield. She always had kind things to say and even made me a strawberry cake when she found out I was leaving! I'm sorry to hear about her passing away but pray she is at peace.
Katie McQueen Seibert
Sandy, so sorry for your loss.
Jean Hill
We loved Thelma and admired her devotion to her two precious dogs. She always brightened our days and we looked forward to her visits. We will miss her and her fabulous strawberry cake. Thank you for sharing Thelma with us.
Alexandra Kondos
May Lea's family feel God's presence at this difficult time. I have known Lea for over 10 years via the internet prayer group and FB. She often chatted with me online. What a wonderful, truly loving woman. She gave so much of herself to others!
Lisa Prescott
Lea was a special lady to myself and husband Wayne,a true friend,she remained me of my own mother,she gave us hugs and held my hand so tightly when she saw us.She will be deeply missed,we loved this wonderful woman!
Jane willis
Dear Family. Thank You for sharing your wife. Mom, grandma, and greatgrandma with so many of us that adored this Sweet Lady. She was the Best friend to so many. She had a way of making everyone feel special. I have never met anyone like her. She is among the angels and our Dear Lord. Of coarse she will be the special angel. Love and Prayer to all family and friends, I know your hearts are breaking. Jim and Sandy Baker American Legion Post One
Jim and Sandy Baker
I have only known Lea from playing a computer game with her. We met many years ago and even though I have never heard her voice I always knew she was special. I had forgotten about her strawberry cake! We talked about that once. I make a strawberry cake that everyone raves over, it was my grandmothers recipe. We emailed often when my husband worked overseas for seven years and she always prayed for his safety. I played words with friends with her often. I regret that when I went back to work 3 years ago I lost touch with her and didn't email as much, but I knew she would be there for me if I did contact her. She was certainly an angel in my life always giving me words of encouragement and saying a prayer for us. I shared stories about my kids as they grew up and told her about my sweet grandbaby. I will miss her as I am sure many others will. God Bless her family and I am sure she is in heaven looking down on us all. Thoughts and prayers for all of her family in their time of grief. Love, Lee Ann Berry
Lee Ann Berry
Lea was a wonderful,beautiful Christian soul. She exemplified Love! It was my honor to have known her for the last 15 years. Everyone will miss her. Her sufferings here on earth have ended.Asking Our Lord to grant comfort to all her loved ones.I know she has earned her place in heaven. With love always
Jo-Ann K Davidovich
Kelly and family. my heart is with you during this time. Lifting you all in prayers. I'm with you in my heart. love you so much.
Dr Keitha Story-Stephenson
We want to extend our condolences to the family of a very special person who touched our lives. We met this precious lady while Mildred was at the Villages. She quickly became one of our favorite people. She encouraged everyone she encountered by sharing her faith in the Lord and that wonderful little smile that she always had on her face. She has fought the good fight and run the race that God has promised to all that believe. She is smiling down on her children and friends in a body that has been totally healed by God's Amazing Grace.
Jerry & Mildred Rodgers