Stacey Patrice Jordan

On Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Stacey Patrice Jordan passed away at the age of fifty-four at home surrounded by family and friends. Stacey was born on February 3, 1964 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Charles McPherson and Brenda Gillard (formally McPherson). Stacey married Adrian Swift and the union produced two beautiful daughters, Kimberly and Kathleen. Stacey was educated in the New Orleans school systems and joined the US Navy in 1989. She was honorably discharged after 20 years of service on May 31, 2009. During her time in the Navy, Stacey served in Desert Storm from 1990-1992 and received numerous honors and awards. She was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Flag Letter of Commendation, and Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist Pin. Stacey also worked as a Medical Laboratory Technician with Sentara Health Systems for close to 9 years. On June 18, 2014, Stacey was baptized into family of the Mount Olive Baptist Church and remained an active member freely giving of her time and devotion as a faithful member of the congregation. She served as a member of the Praise Team, Hospitality Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Designated Friend Ministry, and Vacation Bible School Volunteer. Stacey had a passion for life and tried hard to make every activity a memorable experience not only for herself but for those around her. She loved cooking, shopping, and the music of Beyoncé and Whitney Houston, but more importantly she loved her children, family, and friends. Stacey was a lovely daughter, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and loyal friend. Her daughters will always remember the sacrifices she made and the comfort and encouragement she provided for them. Her determination, intelligence, Diva attitude, and ferociousness in defense of loved ones will be remembered by all. During her battle with cancer, Stacey was a warrior until her last moments. Even as she was fighting for her life, she continued to live life to the fullest by taking trips, attending church and other activities, by always looking her best no matter the event, and by providing words of encouragement to those around her. Her joyful and infectious spirit will continue to live on in those she touched. Stacey is preceded in death by her father Charles McPherson. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly and Kathleen Swift, her granddaughter Aubrey Lambert, her mother Brenda C. Gillard and step-father, Elvin Gillard; three siblings, Charles A. McPherson (Gayle), Mark D. McPherson, and Elvin J. Gillard (Rochelle); four special sisters, Cynthia White, Belinda Barnes, Jackie Williams, and Gloria Kelly; five God-Children, Marcia and Amari Barnes, Imani and Nylah Kelly, and William Judd; and love of her life Ira Jordan. She also leaves several, nieces, nephews, and cousins to share her memory.

Stacey Patrice Jordan

February 3, 1964 - November 6, 2018