RET. TSGT Ernest C. Jordan Sr

08/29/1937 - 11/18/2022

TSGT Ernest C. Jordan, Sr., USAF/Retired was born on August 29, 1937 to Thomasine Jordan and Rogers N. Jordan, Sr. in Sandersville, Georgia. Ernest (AKA ‘Ernie’) spent his childhood and formative years in Sandersville, Georgia, was a graduate of T.J. Elder High School, and lived in Sandersville until he joined the U.S. Air Force. Ernie was an avid sports enthusiast- a loyal Raiders fan, the consummate cosmopolitan man, who had a passion for the arts, history, politics, fine clothes, classic cars and music. He was a popular DJ- affectionately known as the ‘Rubber Band Man’. He is fondly remembered as a manager for the Airmen’s Club (AKA ‘Another Place’), and passionately chaired the Annual Airmen’s Club Reunion for twenty years until June 2022. He was actively involved in the Warner Robins VFW, including volunteer and community events. In addition, his love for friends and family was unmatched, as he championed many philanthropy efforts to support those in need locally and abroad. Ernie was a proud Air Force veteran, and honorably served for over twenty years in the 5th Mobile Communications division. His tours of duty included the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and multiple assignments in the Philippines and Thailand. Upon his retirement, he was an MWR Club Manager for the Airman’s Club at Robins Air Base and concluded his civilian service as an Aircraft Flight Mechanic. Ernie accepted Christ at an early age, had a strong faith practice which included being a disciplined student of the Bible, and also was a dedicated usher at the Robins Air Base Chapel. He emphasized the value of family and remembrance of his ancestors. Ernie departed this earthly life and went on to his great heavenly reward on November 17, 2022. He was proceeded in death by his mother, Thomasine Jordan and father Rogers N. Jordan, Sr; two sisters: Carmeita Reaves and Juanita Craig; three brothers: Rogers N. Jordan, Jr., James L. Jordan and Charles Jordan. He leaves behind to cherish his memories three children, one with grandchildren: Ernest C. Jordan, Jr. of Lake Mary, Florida, Thomas N. Jordan of Casselberry, Florida and Shante Grane (Anaya, Andrew, Alaya) of Warner Robins, Georgia; Close friends: Rick Reed, Thomas Philpot, Gregory Bonner, Primus ‘Tiny’ Simmons, Daryl Mercer, Alvin Radford, Edna Roberts, and a host of loving relatives and community friends.

 

Funeral Service

Nov
26
First Baptist Church New Beginning Life Center

205 Garmon St
Warner Robins, GA 31088

10:00 AM