Jordan Dickerson – 1930-2024

Jordan Dickerson – 1930-2024

Jordan Dickerson, the next to the oldest of 11 children born to Wille Maggie Jones Dickerson and Dave Dickerson, Sr. was born on March 9, 1930 on Pemberton Plantation in Scott, Arkansas. He entered eternal rest at the age of 94 years old on Monday, March 18, 2024 at The Springs of John Barrow Health & Rehabilitation in Little Rock, Arkansas.

As a boy, his family moved from rural Scott, Arkansas to the capital city of Little Rock, Arkansas. Jordan spent his formative years developing lifelong friendships and relationships in the East End side of Little Rock. He served in the military with four of his siblings, including a sister.

Jordan’s life did not end with his illustrious military career. He enjoyed working in the Nutrition Department at the Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center | VA Central Arkansas, Fort Logan Roots, and part-time at the Doubletree Hotel. He will be remembered for his love for his family, big smile, athletic ability, Publisher’s Clearing House, and his newspaper.

In addition to his parents, Jordan was preceded in death by his sisters: Katherine, Willie Mae, Ethelrine, Loretta, Jewel, and Barbara Jean; and brothers: Dave, Jr., Robert, and Major.

Jordan leaves to cherish his memory three children, Mark Dickerson (Denise), Phyllis Dickerson, and Khary Dickerson. He also leaves a special loving daughter, Tammi Dickerson.

Viewing will be Thursday, March 28, 2024, 10-11 a.m. at Ruffin & Jarrett Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service starts at 11 a.m. Burial ceremony is at Arkansas State Veterans’ Cemetery, Friday, March 29, 2024, at 10 a.m. Services will be streamed on the Ruffin & Jarrett Facebook page.

4 thoughts on “Jordan Dickerson – 1930-2024”

  • To my dear friend, Phyllis,
    Deepest sympathy to the Dickerson family. Although Mr. Dickerson lived a long life blessed with family who loved him!

  • To my precious friend, your dad was a joy to experience. His hospitality is where I know you received yours. I’m sending a huge sister and soror hug to you and your family. My continues condolences

    Patty

  • My uncle Doug was a great man in my eyes based on what he meant to our family. When my father moved to Chicago. Uncle Doug would come by the house and I would hang out with him. He would talk to me about getting an education, not to be afraid of hard work. My uncle stronly believed in exercise. He would run down the street in combat boots. In fact, he was in top shape deep into his 70s, he was ageless, in fact the last time I
    saw him was 12/2022. when I saw him he looked at me and give me the smile that light up a room. Iam thankful to have an uncle like him. I will pass it forward. I will learn how to be a blessing to my family life like he was for me. l love you uncle say hello to my mother
    and father.

  • Dear Khary, Phyllis, Mark and Tammi

    My deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. May Our Heavenly Father envelope you all in His love and mercy during this time.

    Much love,
    Allison (Johannesburg, South Africa)

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