Mrs. Verdell LaVerne Taylor Jordan
(October 13, 1956)
Viewing Location: Leevy's Funeral Home 1831 Taylor Street Columbia, South Carolina
Viewing Date & Time: Friday, June 24, 2022 / 11:00 A.M. 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: Leevy's Funeral Home 1831 Taylor Street Columbia, South Carolina
Funeral Date & Time: Saturday, June 25, 2022 / 3:00 P.M.
Interment Location: Lincoln Cemetery 4900 Farrow Road Columbia, South Carolina
Verdell was a true warrior and champion for Equality and Inclusion her entire life. A 💡 light of hope has gone out in the universe. She will be missed.
It has been my greatest honor and privilege to serve as the personal physician to Ms. Verdell Jordan over the past 20 years. We celebrated her life accomplishments together and supported each other in times of need. I looked forward to watching her enjoy her retirement. She looked forward to this next chapter of life. I will miss her. She was not only my patient but a cherished friend. I pray she has found peace. I offer words of comfort and sympathy to her family and friends. May God have mercy on you all.
I met Verdell when I was hired as a fellow attorney at HHS OGC in Atlanta and she welcomed me and became a dear friend and member of my work family. Her kindness, wisdom, infectious sense of humor, and dedication to her family are what I will always remember most about her. It is unfathomable to think that she now rests safely in His arms, and yet, it is comforting to know that she is reunited with loved ones and is free from pain. My prayers are with her beloved family and most especially, Taylor, who was her heart. Rest in sweet peace and power, my friend. We will truly miss you!
Condolences from the McDuffie family sorry for your loss, love and prayers to all of the family.
I am comforted in knowing, earth knows no sorrow that heaven can not heal. I hadn’t seen Verdell since we all move away from Ward #1. She and I reconnected on the phone with another Ward #1 friend and neighbor. We would spend hours reminiscing and having joyful walks down memory lane. Sorry we didn’t get to fulfill our plans to meet up back home. I will always remember her sweet personality, infectious smile and kind heart. My love to the Taylor family. My condolences and prayers are with you all. May God bless and comfort each of you as only He can. Take your heavenly rest my sweet friend until we meet again.
Verdell was my supervisor at the CDC, mentor and friend. She not only provided advise for work but along the way she would share some of her wisdom about life that I carry with me today. Verdell had a strong spirit. She was fearless and courageous which garnered respect from from me and other colleagues. My condolences to Taylor and family, Verdell will truly be missed by the many lives she touched.
Dear Family:
The personality of one, Verdell Taylor Jordan, aka, “Skipy” was a dynamic young woman as I knew her at the Historic Booker T Washington HS. She along with her classmates were in the last class of 1974.
During her tenure at BTW, Verdell was well immersed in her role as an active, & contributing member in all facets of school life.
She was actively engaged in athletics, governing, the arts, music, advisory & every other capacity where she saw a need to make a difference. That us who Verdell was as I reflect upon her tenure at BTW.
While I served as the Tennis Coach at BTW during their senior year, I suspect that Verdell & Wanda Scott did more of the “coaching” in retrospect, because I was also advisor to the BTW Majorettes & quite busy shuffling my responsibilities as a young teacher.
What I recognize now about the life living of Verdell Taylor Jordan, is that what ever she chose to do as a student or in her chosen profession as a practicing attorney,
she did it with her ‘”heart & soul” such that her involvement made a difference.
Some may say she left this life too soon. However, ones time here on earth is predetermined at birth, if not before.
So in our Hurt, we ask why Verdell at this time. In our Hope, we know that she now rest from her labor, and in our Humility, we have guaranteed assurance that we will see our loved ones again as we believe & confess our sins.
Finally, the death of our loved ones signals the end of the worst & the beginning of the best, that the God we serve offers to each of us.
Thinking of each of the members of her family prayerfully throughout the bereavement period.
Although I didn’t know Verdell long, I had the opportunity to experience her kind spirit, she was unable to express much verbally, but one can sense kindness as I witnesses the same in her son Taylor. Prayers for you and your family Taylor❤️
Sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathy!! Sorry for your loss 🙏🏽💕
I extend my sincerest to and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Verdell Taylor Jordan!! So very sorry for your loss!! I pray for your strength and comfort as you navigate the difficult days ahead 🙏🏽 💕
Kathy Watson Pearson & Family
I had the pleasure of knowing Verdell as my friend, mentor, and supervisor. I am truly saddened by her passing. I hope to never forget the wisdom she shared or the cheer of her laughter.
My prayers are with all who knew and loved her.
With deepest sympathy from Joe and Ann McDaniel.
With deepest sympathy from our family
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. We pray that her memory and her life through Christ gives you comfort. Our condolences. LifeChanges Family Guidance & Wellness In.
With Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Verdell, May God heal your pain and give you warm memories of her life.
I’m forever grateful for the impact that Mrs. Jordan had on my life growing up…from baseball at Wade Walker to birthday sleepovers to rides home from school events. Lifelong memories that I’ll forever cherish. She leaves a lasting legacy here on earth and she can now take her rest.
Taylor – you know we’re right here with you brother.
Julian, Ashlee, & Family
Condoles to your family from ours, Park St Family Ward#1
The Bells, Pat, Andrea, Carrie, Theodora& Raymond Richardson
My prayers and condolences to the Taylor and Jordan family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. May the cherished memories of Verdell and the love of Christ comfort you now and in the days ahead. I too was a BTW Tornado and had the pleasure of knowing Verdell.
It was my privilege to work with Verdell for many years in the US Department of Health and Human Services. She was an excellent attorney who brought perspective and insight to our work. She was also a friend. I am grateful that I got to know her and serve with her. I am deeply saddened to hear of her death. My warmest thoughts go out to her family. She will be missed by many.
To the Taylor & Jordon family it is with deepest sympathy and condolences on the passing of Verdell who was well-known by her gentle spirit, and loving heart. You all are in my prayers. Rev. Ora Lee McFadden.
Verdell was a giving and loving person who touched the lives of many. She was always so kind, and was always there to help others. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to get to know her, and am saddened by her passing. Verdell will be missed by many. May her family, which she loved so much, find peace and comfort in knowing that we share in your grief.
Sending condolences to the family
Taylor, I am so sorry to of the news that your wonderful mother as passed away. My prayers go out to you and your family. Please reach out if you need anything.
Condolences from Chris Jr as well.
My heart is heavy to hear about the passing of my dear and sweet god sister. I tried to reach out to her via text on Mother’s Day. Taylor, prayers for your strength during this difficult time. Other family, prayers as well. What a sweet loving person Verdell was as the lady who she shared name, my mother Verdell. I know that you and mom are resting together in Heaven.
Such a strong and wonderful women. Our time at the park coaching and caring was very special. I’ll never forget your loyalty and dedication. You will be missed in this world, you made it better.
My sincere condolences to Taylor and the Jordan and Taylor family. I’ve known and worked with Verdell for many years at the CDC. She was my supervisor for three years. She was a great attorney and advisor to me on a personal level. I truly missed our long talks and stories about her family. Taylor I pray for courage and strength for you during this difficult time.
I am truly at a loss for words. Verdell and her family were the first individuals that I met when I moved to Georgia. We both lived in townhouses side by side in Stone Mountain. She was always a very dear and pleasant individual. We would go to different events with our sons. My heartfelt condolences go out to her son Taylor and the rest of the family. If there is one thing I know for sure is that she is now amongst the angels in heaven. Rest with God my friend.
Vernellwas a one in a million I had the pleasure of meeting her when the Taylor family lived on wheeler hill and we attended BTW always pleasant and welcoming God has called you home so rest in peace my dear sister.
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the Taylor and Jordan families for your loss. Verdell was a wonderful classmate and friend. She had a giving nature and spirit. She will be missed by many and especially the Booker T. Washington HS Class of 1974. Sleep in Heavenly Peace ❤️😇🙏
Praying for Taylor and the rest of his family. Mrs. Verdell was such a beautiful person. I loved talking about life and receiving great advice from her at the salon on Saturday mornings. She will be missed. Rest In Peace Mrs. Verdell.
I had the pleasure of sitting in the office next to Verdell at HHS. Verdell and I ate lunch together often. We swapped stories about our children and talked about life in general. She was a great friend and a great attorney. I learned a lot from her and will miss her dearly. My condolences to Verdell’s whole family.
I hired Verdell as an attorney at the Office of the General Counsel, HHS in Atlanta, where she worked many years. Verdell was always a hard-working, diligent attorney who was a pleasure to have as a colleague. My condolences to her family, friends and other colleagues, who will miss her dearly.
Although we did not know each other then, Verdell and I were Carolina students at the same time, she as an undergrad and I as a law student. We became friends years later when we both worked in the legal department for HHS here in Atlanta. She was a special person and a great friend. As I am older than she, I always assumed that she might shed a few tears on learning of my passing, not the other way around. I will surely miss her, as will MANY others.
Verdell was a true friend! We met in the military at Fort McClellan, Alabama. She was the friend you went to for advise. On my I can’t not tell you how many times we talked and shared so many things! We were both from SC so was an an instant bond!
Mr. And Mrs. Taylor Jordan and. family. Heaven received an angel when Verdell came home. She will surely be missed. She always shared wisdom. My whole family loved Verdell. She was an excellent magistrate at the Franklin County Coourt of. Domestic relations. She. Inspired so many during her tiimme there. You fought a good fight. Family stay encouraged Verdell loved Herr family. The Bing famiily and D’ant’ sends their condolence.
To Taylor Jordan and family. Denese and I were devastated to learn of your lost. We want you to know that you and your family are in our prayers. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾✝️✝️✝️
Condolences from Central Ohio. Verdell was a fine Magistrate for our Juvenile Court and a fun and talented colleague to us all. Our prayers are with the family.
To the Taylor and Jordan Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of Bereavement. I remember her beautiful smile and Spirit it was contagious 💕. Know that to be absent of the body is to be present with Lord.
Praying for your family during this difficult time.I was on the cheerleading sqaud with you at Booker T Washington. You were a beautiful person inside and out. RIP you will be missed!
Cathy Goodwine Greene
Praying for your family during this difficult time.I was on the cheerleading sqaud with you at Booker T Washington. You were a beutiful person inside and out. RIP you will be missed!
Cathy Goodwine Greene
Wanda Scott Anderson June19
To the Taylor and Jordan family, my deepest condolences to all of you. For I too feel your pain. Verdell (Skippy) is what we called her. We played volleyball, basketball, and tennis together at Booker T Washington High School. We won a volleyball tournament against North Augusta High School. She was my doubles partner in tennis. She always encouraged us that we can win no matter the odds. We Did. Skippy rest now, God got you in the hallow of his hands. I will always cherish the friendship and time we had on and off the court. Forever in my heart💛
What a lovely person, who will be deeply missed. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
Sincere Condolences to the Taylor and Jordan family. Verdell is Resting with the Lord. No more suffering & She is at eternal Rest. Asking God to comfort the family while they grieving the loss of their love ones. May her Soul Rest In Heaven.
What a beautiful life she lived. I have such precious childhood memories of your mom in Columbia, SC. I know you’ll miss her and so will I. No matter how old we are, it’s never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve.
My condolences and prayers go out to the Taylor and Jordan family. Rest In heavenly peace Verdell!
Sincere deepest condolences to the taylor jordan family, Verdell is resting with the Lord. No more suffering &She is taking her rest. Asking God to comfort the family while they are grieving the loss of their love ones. May her Soul Rest In Heaven.