of Little Rock, AR
September 24, 1990 - June 16, 2013
Jordan Ryne Curtis, 22, of Little Rock, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2013. He was born on September 24, 1990 to Todd and Candi Curtis. He was a 2009 graduate of Catholic High where he was a member of the State Championship Soccer team and The National Society of High School Scholars for academic excellence. He was a Chancellor's Scholar while attending U of A in Fayetteville in preparation for his ultimate goal of healing others as a doctor. He was a proud member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, whose values he exemplified every day. He had a selfless love and respect for others.
He is survived by his parents, one sister, Lauren Elyse Curtis, of Little Rock, Grandparents, Bill and Kay Canada, of Dumas, Carla Curtis of Little Rock; four aunts, Ronda Curtis and Dayna Heaton (Don) of Little Rock; Amy Westerman (Nathan) and Kara Beth Crow (Nelson) of Dumas; one uncle, Brandon Curtis (Laura) of Denver, and a multitude of family and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Ron Curtis.
Jordan was an avid fan of the Razorbacks and Chicago sports the Bears, Cubs, Bulls, and Blackhawks.
There will be a celebration of Jordan's life on Thursday, June 20, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR.(501)224-8300. Burial will follow at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Memorial Park.
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Dani's Foundation (www.danisfoundation.org).
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort from each other, your family and friends.
You are all in our prayers...
Much love,
Mike, Ann, Michael and Chris
Jordan was a good friend he will be greatly missed. Ur family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jordan was such a wonderful young man who exemplified true dignity and character. His intellect, sense of humor and compassion for others is how we will remember him. He was the true definition of a friend to Alex, always supportive, never judgmental, and willing to help in any way when called upon. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Candi and family: I am so sorry to hear of Jordan’s passing. Praying that our Lord wraps his arms around you and gives you comfort, strength and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
You were an obsolute pleasure to know......I'm going to read the books you told me about in memory of you. I just hope I can understand them because you were just sooo smart kid. You always had a place in my heart so know I will replace that hole with your sweet family.....
Todd, Candi, & Lauren, you have our deepest sympathy. Jordan was an outstanding young man! He was a blast to listen to as he commented on Hog basketball games at BWA.
We are thankful that we had the privilege of knowing him.
May God grant you peace, comfort, and strength.
Candi-my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you strength through this terrible time. We love you!
I'm sorry to hear about Jordan my prayers be with you all.
Lance Hopper
Todd,
Our hearts are breaking for you and your family. The few times we had the privilege of being around Jordan at Razorback activities were an honor. What an amazing young man you raised. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Shawn and Missy Shrum
My prayers are with you at this time. May God bless.
CANDI, IT WAS SO SAD TO HEAR ABOUT JORDAN, HE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. HE WAS SO EASY TO GET TO KNOW AND LOVE. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. LOVED JORDAN!
I do not have the words to tell you all how very sorry I am to hear about Jordan. My heart breaks for you dear ones. He is with his dear grandmother and Jesus.
We are lifting your family up in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and lift you up through this difficult time. God Bless.
Dear Curtis family,
There are no words to describe the loss felt by Jordan's passing. We all have the most incredible memories of Jordan, and will keep those memories and love alive every day, honoring Jordan in whatever way possible. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Love,
The Shindlers
Candi & Todd,
There is no way I can imagine the devastation you both feel. Although I did not personally know Jordan, clearly he was an amazing young man and role model for so many. You and your family are in my prayers and may God's grace help you through this amazingly difficult time.
Candi and Todd;
I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful, talented and intelligent son. He was in my thoughts and prayers during his illness with the hope that he could overcome this and proceed to accomplish his dreams and goals of being a physician and helping others. He will be missed.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Candi, Todd, Lauren, Kay and Bill and family, My heart breaks for you and the loss of your precious Jordan. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child or grandchild and I am praying for God to surround you with love, peace, grace & hope! Love to all!!
I'm praying for your strength and peace. If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to let me know.
Candi and Todd,
My heart goes out to you. When I lost my sister when she was 17, I realized what a gift she had been - not mine to keep - but someone who so enriched my life. I hope the gift of Jordan in your life will continue to enrich you across the years. I pray for your comfort. Thoughtfully, Karen
HEAVEN IS OUR HOME
In the presence of angels, face to face with the King of Kings... Jordan is home with Jesus.
Todd, my prayers and cries are for the Lord to surround and comfort you and your family with His love, peace and comfort.
You have all my love. Please call if you'd like to talk.
We wish we had the perfect words to take away your pain. Jordan was such a special person, a reflection of the love that his family surrounded him with. Prayers continue for all of you during these days and those to come. We love you!
My heart goes out o you and your family during this time of unimaginable grief. May God's love help all of you to find the strength to rejoice in Jordan's short life and ultimately live well in his memory. Prayers for you all.
My deepest symapthy.
Lisa Miceli
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts & prayers to the Curtis family.
Dearest Todd and Candi,
I am grieving for you - in the loss of your precious, precious son - Jordan. What an amazing, handsome, intelligent, sensitive, loving, other-centered, accomplished, and Godly young man - so much to be so very, deeply - and forever - proud of.
You both have endured so much - all of our hearts have broken for you. I cannot imagine how you feel...such a incomprehesible loss. We are all thinking of you, praying for you and crying with you.
Please accept my deepest, heart-felt thoughts and prayers in this moment.
Respecfully,
William H. Benton MD
With love, we are praying for you all.
I am heartbroken for your family but inspired by this wonderful young man. I know that God is hugging both him and your family tightly right now. I pray that you will take comfort in knowing that you will see him again one day for eternity.
Lifting your family up in prayer.
Todd,
No words are ever sufficient in times like these. I can only pray that God will hold you and your family through this. After the cards are put away and the flowers have withered and life has to go on, don't hesitate to reach out to me if you want to talk.
God Bless,
Matthew Jackson
Jordan will always have a special place in my heart; especially around college football time! He was an exceptional young man with a loving and supportive group of family and friends! Hugs, love and prayers to all!
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Todd, you and your family will be in my prayers for a very long time. Your loss is unimaginable. I know your son was a very fine young man, just like his wonderful father. And I also know he was loved like no other boy on this earth.
Candi, Todd, & Lauren,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jordan was an incredible young man which is a reflection of being raised by such awesome parents. His cancer was not just his battle it was your battle too. It was inspirational how you all fought his disease. Please know we are there for you and we pray for you to have comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Jordan was a tremendous young man who grew into a fine adult. He was part of the soccer team I coached for years. There were no limits to his energy and enthusiasm. My thoughts and prayers are with you Todd and Candi. God’s speed Jordan; there are many friends to greet you along your next journey.
In Hoc
Todd and Candi,
I remember when Jordan was born and how you choose his name. From all I have heard about him, he certainly lived up to his name. He is a true hero that will live on in the hearts of many.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
Todd and Candi, I,m thinking and praying for both of you. I was honor to know Jordan and share his passion for both the Cubs and the Hogs. He was a very courages young man who touch us all with his life and and how he fought for it each day. Please know I'm thinking about you both and wish the comfort of God upon youboth. God be with you . Pat
Praying for peace and comfort for the family and friends of Jordan Curtis. IN the short time I knew him, Jordan touched my heart in ways that have made me determined to live my life wholly in actions more than words. His courage, strength and love of others will never be forgotten.
Candi, Todd & Lauren,
I do hope that the comfort and support of those who love you, along with the tender memories you hold of Jordan so deeply within your heart, soften your grief and give you strength during this difficult time. My prayers are with you! Jordan was an outstanding young man ! I will forever remember him.
Bill & Kay,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jordan. I can't imagine how much you and your family must be grieving. Please know that others of your family and friends care very much, and are praying for you to get through this terrible time. My love to all of you.
Candi and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Praying for Jordan's family, may God give you strength to bear this devastating loss.
Dear Candi, Todd and family,
Kenny and I can't even begin to express the sorrow that we have for each of you. What a great and brave young man Jordan was in all aspects of his life. The many memories Kenny will always hold close to him when Jordan and Bill were hunting. Our hearts pray for each of you will find the courage to move forward and know that Jordan loved each of you very much.
All our love, Robin and Kenny Johnson
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Todd and Candi
My heart is breaking for you and your family.
I remember when Jordan was born and seeing your delight at being parents for the first time.
Your love for Jordan and his love for you has been obvious to everyone as you shared his journey with us on Facebook. I have heard so many stories from Catholic High teachers, parents and former students talking of his character and love for life and family.
I hope you find some comfort in your faith, your memories and the knowlege he is always with you.
Praying for you all!