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Tora Jordan Obituary

A lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Tora Jordan departed this life on January 5, 2021 at the age of 51, with her mother by her side. She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Jacqueline Jordan; three children Alayjah Ra'Shaun Jordan, Tylor Jacobi Jordan, and Cameron Jordan; two sisters Yolanda Allen, Nawatha (Curtis) Simpson; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, numerous other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday January 15, 2021 from 3-6 p.m. at 25325 La Hwy. 1, Plaquemine. Religious service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 57900 Augusta Rd., Bayou Goula, LA. Everyone in attendance will be required to wear a mask. Professional services entrusted to A. Wesley's Funeral Home of Maringouin.

Published by The Advocate from Jan. 14 to Jan. 16, 2021.
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To the Jordan family you are in my prayers just to let you know I didn´t just hear about tora passing just wanted to let you grieve my heart is still heavy so much love for her.and your family take care of the kids.

Co worker from valley park

July 1, 2021

A. Wesley's Funeral Home and Staff extend our condolences and are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Wesley
Funeral Director
Freddie Wesley & Family

A. Wesley Funeral Home

January 20, 2021

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family for the loss of your beloved mom, daughter, sister. Your family was truly blessed to have shared so many years and memories with her. May God provide the needed comfort and support from relatives and friends during your time of bereavement and beyond. She will be truly missed.

Joyce & Alarice Coston

Friend

January 16, 2021

I worked with Tora in the late 80's at Pizza Hut; She always had such a great smile, a wonderful sense of humor and a positive outlook. I am so sorry to hear of her passing and my prayers to her family.

Jennifer White Scott

Coworker

January 15, 2021

Tora I’m so heartbroken that you’re gone . The selfish side of me wanted you to be here longer but , God needed you more . I love you so much and I will cherish your precious memories FOREVER. Take your rest sister I got Alayjah, Tyler,and Cameron for life . ❤

Nawatha Simpson

Sister

January 14, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Karen, Bryson, Ka'Laiyah and Morgan

Friend

January 14, 2021

Alayjah Jordan

Daughter

January 14, 2021

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15

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

25325 La Hwy. 1, Plaquemine, LA

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16

Service

11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church

57900 Augusta Rd., Bayou Goula, LA

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A. Wesley's Funeral Home

10810 Ventress Dr, Maringouin, LA 70757

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