of Mountain View, AR
July 23, 1946 - January 10, 2024
Lorraine Richardson Jordan, age 77, was born July 23, 1946 in Marshall, Arkansas to Harry K. Richardson and Ruby Stewart Richardson. She entered into heaven on January 10, 2024 at her home in Mountain View, Arkansas. During her lifetime, she was an educator in the Mountain View School system for 27 years. Many of her students will remember her as a ''Teacher that scared them to death, but one that cared about their learning.''. It was said that one of the tasks that she made every single student accomplish was to memorize their social security numbers. She is quoted as saying, ''You'll be using this number for the rest of your life, so you need to get this memorized.''. During her educational career she performed extra duties as cheerleading sponsor for 17 years, Beta Club Sponsor and bookkeeper at the home basketball games. She might have been a fierce teacher in the classroom, but not a day went by that she didn't love all of her students.
After retiring from the classroom she began running a small gift shop called ''Nana's Place'' but the majority of her time was spent giving back to her community, friends and family. She and her husband were instrumental in beginning the Stone County Leadership Program, where students participated in the basics and fundamentals of being good leaders. Her most joyful times during retirement was spent caring for her great grandchildren and making sure her family never did without.
She was a Christian by faith and a member of the School Avenue Church of Christ. She always felt that her relationship with God was personal and she never let anyone infringe upon that right.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry K. Richardson, Ruby Stewart (Richardson) Henderson; her stepdad, Floyd J Henderson and her aunt, Marie Stewart Whitfield.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Don R. Jordan; a son, David S. Roberts; a daughter, Lorrie Sadler (Everette); grandchildren, Emilee Cartwright (Brayden), Morgan Masters (Johnathan), James Cartwright (Sydney) and Grace Roberts and great grandchildren, Jak, Ava and EJ Masters, Cash and Creed Cartwright. She was also blessed with an extended and bonus family that included four step children, many step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. Her many cousins near and far will greatly miss her.
Pallbearers assisting are Everette Sadler, James Cartwright, Jonathan Masters, Jimmy Masters, Brayden Morrison and Ryan Webb.
Visitation will be held at Roller Crouch Funeral Home on Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. Graveside Service will follow at 1:30 PM at the Levisy Flat Cemetery in Mountain View, Arkansas with Eddie Passmore officiating.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to the Stone County Scholarship Foundation for a scholarship that will be established in her memory.
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30 Condolence(s)
Eddie
Friday, January 26, 2024
Sorry for the family lost,she did know how to wake up a class.but deep down she really cared
Judy Sutterfield Harvey
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Lorraine and I were childhood friends. We learned to roller skate, played Jacks, on Grandma Opal's sidewalk. Played in piano recitals for which I wore a passed on formal dress from Lorraine. Enjoyed some of Grand Opal's chewing gum from the pantry. Mom Ruby took us to movies on Sunday afternoon. We spent as much time as we could together. Lorraine was like a Big Sister to me. We continued to stay in touch through the years. Lorraine will be missed by many people including me from miles away.
Judy Sutterfield Harvey
Elizabeth Hughes
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Lorraine was a blessing to our students, staff, and community.
April Mauldin (Owens)
Saturday, January 13, 2024
I’m sincerely sorry for your loss. Mrs. Jordan was an incredible teacher and mentor. I was in her math class many moons ago at Mountain View School District; she also assisted with our cheerleading team and I have very fond memories of her. Mrs. Jordan was a memorable woman that had a fierce love for her family, friends, and students. Sending prayers and big hugs to all that loved her.
Christine Owens Dewey
Saturday, January 13, 2024
Mrs. Jordan was by far the scariest teacher I ever had but also the nicest. Many prayers for her family during this time.
William and Sharon GIberson
Friday, January 12, 2024
Praying for the families and friends. Lorraine was such a kind and helpful person. We were blessed to have known her and she will be greatly missed.
Joel and Kay Woody
Friday, January 12, 2024
So sorry for your loss,Prayers for all her family/,she was a sweet lady.
Stefani Rushing
Friday, January 12, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss! She was a great lady who left an impact on anyone who met her! Sending love and prayers to your family!
Danny & Martha Simmons
Friday, January 12, 2024
Sending our love and prayers for the family. She will be missed.
Rowdy and Carrie Ross
Thursday, January 11, 2024
So sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family.
Anthony & Cindy Avey
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. It's never easy to lose someone you love, but losing your mother just hits different. May God bless and comfort you in the days to come.
Lewis and Bennetta Caston
Thursday, January 11, 2024
We are sorry to hear about your mom. Sending prayers of comfort to all of the family.
Mandy Richardson
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Mrs. Jordan was my math teacher at Mountain View and was gifted in teaching in many different ways. She touched so many in this community and will be remembered as an outstanding educator, and a devoted mother and grandmother. I remember her talking about her grandchildren in class and you could tell by the way she spoke about her family they meant everything to her.
May God bless her friends and loved ones during their sorrow and give them the comfort that only He can. Godspeed.
Annette Blackwell
Thursday, January 11, 2024
My condolences to the family.
Dan and Patricia Stewart
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Our prayers are with the family.
Tina gray
Thursday, January 11, 2024
She was an amazing teacher. Yes she was a hard teacher but that's because she always believed in her students and what they could do. She will be greatly missed.
Bobby Joe Sisk
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
Lorraine was a classmate of mine and a dear friend. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. So sorry for your loss.
Ronda Ivy
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
Elecia White Bemies
Thursday, January 11, 2024
She was one of my favorite teachers and one of the reasons I went into teaching myself! She had a great influence on many!
Roger Rorie
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Sorry for your loss my friend and classmate. She was a true friend to lots of people.
Rachael Aaron
Thursday, January 11, 2024
We wish time spent with those we love would last forever. In our hearts it will. Lorraine thanks for the friendship. I know you will be a special Angel. I extend my love and prayers to the family.
Kevin and Ann Cartwright
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Emilee, Morgan, James, and Lorrie, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for God to bring you much peace and comfort. Let us know if you need anything.
Carol Wade
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Cousin Lori and the rest of Mrs. Lorraine's family,
My heart goes out to you as you deal with your grief. May all the happy memories she has given you over the years give you peace and comfort as you celebrate her life. Even though I am not able to be with you right now my thoughts and prayers are. May God bless you with comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Carol
Russ Ann Shannon
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Lorraine was in my brother-in-law, Gary Shannon's class at Mtn View. I remember visiting w her through the years and when shopping at Nana's Place. She was a kind person. Prayers for the family.
Wanda Sutton
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
My thoughts & prayers are with your family & loved one's. Sorry for your loss, great lady.
Danny & Martha Simmons
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
So sorry to hear this. Praying for the family
Lonnie Jones
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
My condolences to the family. Lorraine was a classmate in high school. She always treated everyone with kindness and respect. I’m sorry to see her go.
Jim &Nancy Steele
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
So sorry for your loss. She has touched a lot of young peoples life, and taught them math, and was well liked by her students, and parents.
Prayers for family.
Larry and Jill Howard
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
So sorry for you loss, she was such a sweet lady. Praying for you all
Freda Cruse Hardison
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Such a great lady, a friend to all, a smile always greeting you. Miss Lorraine will be missed. My heart goes out to her family.