Richard Arlen Jordan Sr.

August 25, 1937 - February 14, 2021

Conway… Richard Arlen Jordan, Sr., age 83, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021. Mr. Jordan was born in Conway, a son of the late William and Katie Mae Foxworth Jordan. He was an active member of Good Hope Baptist Church of Conway. He retired after 19 years from New South. Along with his parents, Mr. Jordan was predeceased by his three sisters, Dorothy “Dot” Sanders, Stella Jordan Hucks, and Gladys Jordan Tindal and two brothers, William Jordan, Jr. and Robert Jordan. Mr. Jordan was married to the love of his life from his first glance, Louise Herring Jordan, for 51 years. He was a very special and loving father to his children and was known as “Papa” to his grandchildren. He was an avid hunter in his younger days and self-proclaimed best fisherman in the world. He also enjoyed music and shagging with his wife. Later in life, he enjoyed camping and feeding and watching deer from his porch. He loved spending time with his family and was the best storyteller and jokester his family ever knew. His sense of humor brought laughs and smiles to anyone who knew and loved him. So many memories with family and great friends. Along with his wife, survivors include one son, Richard Arlen Jordan, Jr. (Kristin) of Anaheim, CA; one daughter, Dana Jordan Booth (Craig) of Aynor; five grandchildren, Dylan Peterson of Billings, MT, Karina Peterson of Portland, OR, Katelyn Marie Jordan, Kacie Nicole Booth, and Emma Jordan Booth, all of Aynor; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Good Hope Baptist Church with Rev. John Sullivan officiating. A viewing will be held from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Burial will be private. A live stream funeral services can be accessed by the following link for those that cannot attend the service, www.goodhopebaptistministries.com. Due to COVID-19 and CDC regulations, masks and social distancing are required. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice, 2411 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, or Good Hope Baptist Church, 6101 Privetts Rd, Conway, SC 29526. The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice staff and volunteers for all of your care, support, and love. Special thanks to Anna, Christy, Amelia, Stacey, and especially Windy, who made his final hours peaceful and gave such comfort to the family. Please sign the online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.