Clinton Eric Jordan

To Clint Eric Jordan, the entire world was a stage. An expressive, optimistic, and uninhibited individual, he was a performer in the theater of life. To everyone around him, he seemed to be eternally happy, and he willingly shared that joy with anyone whose life he touched. For Clint, bringing out the best in any situation was as easy as offering a smile, a witty remark or the twinkle of an eye. And with just those simple gestures, he could evoke the most pleasant of emotions. Clint really mastered the art of living and had great fun in doing so.

      Clint was born on October 1, 1983 at Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas. His parents were Leslie Taylor and Adriana L. Jordan. Clint was raised in Colleyville, Texas. Even as a child, Clint had the ability to lift the spirits of all those around him. He was raised to be warm, caring and friendly. He couldn’t help but capture everyone’s attention. He was definitely a little bit of a show off, but in doing so, he succeeded in entertaining his entire family.

      Always a good playmate, Clint was easygoing and fun loving. He managed to lighten the mood wherever he was, even during family squabbles. He seemed to have a knack for bringing compromise and erasing tense situations around the house. Due to a generous dose of common sense, Clint managed to find a satisfying solution to basic problems. Clint was raised with one sister, Brooke Elaine Jordan.

      All of Clint's playful good humor carried over into his childhood. He was possessed with an outgoing personality, a lively imagination and a mellowed enthusiasm for life that allowed him to be constantly on the go. As a result, Clint experienced a rather active childhood, and this suited him very well. He took part in pee wee football, track, baseball, basketball, golf. He played in sports. In his spare time he liked collecting baseball cards, collecting hot wheels, writing poems, he was also an avid reader, and enjoyed hunting. Clint's memorable achievements included being a published author, being on the honor roll, and a member of the national honor society.

      Ask anyone who knew him from school and they would tell you that Clint was a class “cut-up.” He didn’t do it to be unkind or to garner all the attention. Rather, Clint simply enjoyed others’ laughter and the sounds of his friends and acquaintances having a good time. It could be said that for Clint, grades may not have been the most important thing to him, but he really did enjoy his school experience. Since experience was Clint's best teacher. He enjoyed hands-on learning and applying the “practical” approach to knowledge, rather than getting caught up in “theory.” Clint attended L.D. Bell High School until the 11th grade. He graduated from Ft. Worth Christian in 2002. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. He loved every subject. He just loved learning and absorbing knowledge. The teacher he enjoyed learning from the most was his first grade teacher Mrs. Watson. He graduated top of his class and he was remembered as a big muscular comedian with a big smile.

      Clint reveled in his college years, where his imagination could run free. He was viewed by many of his classmates as being a creative, artistic person. Clint was usually found at the center of things, whether it was during class or in extracurricular activities. He was a jovial person who loved to share his passion for fun with others. But for Clint, life was not a case of all play and no work. Clint relished the task of putting his imagination to work in class. He was able to discover new and different ways of answering problems and creating unusual and different solutions. He graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology. His favorite courses were Anatomy and Biology.

      Clint never actually encountered a stranger in his dealings with people. He was drawn to individuals and crowds, using his gregarious, adaptable and outgoing personality to captivate his audience. This quality allowed Clint to continually develop new relationships, ever widening his circle of friends. Clint delighted in his role among all his acquaintances, because he viewed them all as potential spectators for his performance. Whether it was a story, a joke, a song or just plain fooling around, Clint was always right at home putting on a show among his friends. Clint utilized his interest in others as a great way to connect with them. While growing up, some of his best friends were Saxon Guierrer, Herman Hanns, Paul Ashcroft and Amar Dave. Later in life, he became friends with his son Taylor, Saxon Guerrier, Kevin Schneider, Chad Buky, Caesar Martinez, and so many others. Clint loved sharing life and having his home filled with people he knew.

      The gift of being emotionally expressive and outwardly affectionate made Clint very easy to approach. On December 13, 2009 exchanged wedding vows with Brandy Marie Stapleton at Green Oaks Wedding Chapel of Arlington, Texas. They divorced in September of 2012.

      Perhaps the reason Clint related so well to his son was the fact that he never really completely grew up himself. The ability to be just a “kid at heart” helped him in raising his own son. Clint was blessed with one son, Taylor Eric Jordan. Clint had the ability to focus his attention on the present moment. If he was spending time with his son, that’s where all of his attention was directed. Clint's compassionate side prevented him from being a strict disciplinarian, and he could turn just about any situation into a playful, learning experience. He could spend hours entertaining Taylor with fun and creative play. In fact, Clint had a knack for turning some of those nasty old chores into games.

      At work, as in life, Clint was a real “people person.” He had a very successful way of dealing effectively with others, and his enthusiasm and energy was often contagious. Clint liked to see himself as something of a virtuoso. When dealing with various projects and problems, Clint was an adaptable realist, using his common sense and trusting his experiences and impulses to uncover the correct answer. Clint's talent for being a down to earth thinker, allowed many around him to see Clint as an excellent problem solver. He was a superintendant with Lone Wolf Construction where he was employed for 6 years and 2 years prior to that with UPS.

      Clint enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. An “arts and crafts” type, Clint liked creating and making things. He enjoyed golfing, building computers, loved playing video games, and loved reading. Clint was content to enjoy his hobbies alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.

      Clint felt excited and challenged by sports. Even if he wasn’t the best, Clint loved to participate and thoroughly enjoyed the competition and the pleasure of being around other people. Clint relished the opportunities where he could make an impact, and he would often push himself to play above his abilities. A quick thinker who understood the basics, Clint never seemed to get caught off guard, even when confronted with unexpected conflict. In high school, Clint played football, track and cross country, and powerlifting. In his college years, Clint continued to stay active by playing in international baseball and flag football. Recreational sports included golf, working out at the gym, and weightlifting. Clint was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. Clint was passionate about college football, especially the Texas Tech Red Raiders and pro-football.

      Clint had an endless appetite for new and different activities. He was always ready to join in the fun and add his flair and energy to an organization. Because of his personality, his humor, and his ability to get along with everyone, Clint's service was greatly valued by the organizations to which he belonged. In high school, Clint was a member of the Young Life. In college, Clint joined the Sigma Chi Fraternity.

      A generous person who often wore his heart on his sleeve, Clint often found himself involved in activities he deemed important. He was charitable, kind and giving, qualities that made him a natural volunteer. Politically, Clint was a Republican.

      Naturally outgoing and generous, Clint was regularly doing things for others. For him, the gift of giving to others was second nature. Though he never set out to gain individual recognition, Clint was given accolades for his many and varied accomplishments throughout his life. Some of his most prestigious awards included awards in track and cross country and at UPS for loading cargo onto planes quickly.

      Living life in the fast lane suited Clint just fine. It is no surprise that he loved to travel and to visit new and different places. He was naturally curious about other parts of the world and loved the real life adventure that came from visiting them. He was impulsive and willing to try anything once. Favorite vacations included going to Colorado for hiking, New Mexico for relaxing, and any tropical island for its beauty.

      Clint was a lover of animals and cherished his pets, enjoying them almost as much as he enjoyed being around other people. One of Clint's favorites was Baxter and Chester both Dachshund's. They were best friends for 10 years. His family was rounded out by his siberian husky named Blue.

      Clint passed away on August 28, 2016 at his residence in Grapevine, Texas. Those left to cherish Clint's Memory are parents, Taylor and Adriana Jordan; son, Taylor Eric Jordan; sister, Brooke Elaine Jordan; cousin, Ninna Villarreal Powers, who he loved like a sister; paternal grandparentsm Vernon and Wilma Jordan; maternal grandfather, Baldemar "B.G." Longoria; nephew, Graeme; former wife, Brandy Stapleton; step-daughter, Autumn Stapleton; a host of aunts and uncles; cousins; and extended family. Clint's family was everything, especially being friends with his mother. Services were held at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Colleyville, Texas. Clint was laid to rest in the Garden of Memories in Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park in Colleyville, Texas.

      Clint brought joy to all of those around him. He never had a mean bone in his body. He loved to have a good time and was an eternal optimist, always looking on the bright side of things. He loved to share his energy, wit, and his zest for all of his activities with his friends and family. Clint Eric Jordan lived life to its fullest and made everyone around him happier just for knowing him. He will be remembered with a smile.

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Clint Jordan, 32, a devoted father, son, brother and friend passed away on Sunday August 28, 2016. Funeral: 12:30 p.m. Friday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Chapel. Burial: to commence immediately following funeral service at Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Clint was born on October 1, 1983, to Taylor and Adriana Jordan in Brownsville. Clint was an avid reader, and loved the Harry Potter series. He enjoyed writing, golfing, education, video games and hunting. Clint's life began 6 years ago when he had his son, Taylor Eric Jordan. He loved spending time with Taylor especially riding scooters. Clint was passionate about college football, especially the Texas Tech Red Raiders, where he also attended their science and medical programs. Every year he looked forward to his fantasy football draft. Clint was employed at Lone Wolf Construction, where he worked side by side with his father and mentor. Clint's family was everything, especially being friends with his mother. Those preceding in death are his maternal grandmother, Irma G. Longoria. Survivors: Those left to cherish Clint's Memory are parents, Taylor and Adriana Jordan; son, Taylor Eric Jordan; sister, Brooke Elaine Jordan; cousin, Ninna Villarreal Powers, who he loved like a sister; paternal grandparentsm Vernon and Wilma Jordan; maternal grandfather, Baldemar "B.G." Longoria; nephew, Graeme; former wife, Brandy Stapleton; step-daughter, Autumn Stapleton; a host of aunts and uncles; cousins; and extended family.