In Loving Memory (February 11, 1980-November 26, 2003)
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Dec 21, 2003
Jordan and I were RA\’s together at Towson. While we didn\’t work in the same building, we did see each other at training and RA programs/meetings. He made me feel welcome when I first moved here from out of state. I won\’t forget when I found out he was the tiger mascot. Nobody could do that job better than Jordan did. Rest in peace Jordan, I know you\’re doing just fine making the angels smile as much as you made us smile down here.
Dec 26, 2003
I barely knew Jordan and also don’t know where to begin. On some level it’s odd because while I didn’t know him that well, I completely identify with Alan\’s eulogy (and that just from knowing him at a couple actions and having one conversation with him). It is horrible when the young die, I’ve known this from watching young friends of mine join “gangs” and be cut down for their supposed affiliation; and before they could make their mark on society (which fortunately was not the case for Jordan).
Excuse me for a second while I sound ageist but my first, and unfortunately pretty much only, impression of Jordan Feder was that of a young cock-sure activist, ready to change the world for the better, and potentially listen to people, if he thought they had something worthwhile to contribute to that end. Well, underneath that cock-sure attitude that rubbed me the wrong way, I could tell there was a staunch ally, someone who (as seven years my younger) I looked forward to continuing to see in the “scene”. I suppose what I am saying is it becomes lonely in the radical activist scene {(as folks age they all seem to become liberals and/ or yuppies (ie.-collaborators w/ empire)} and Jordan was someone who I could sense upon our brief encounter would agitate for us and the world well into our geriatric state, and if solely on that completely selfish level I mourn his too early loss. To be completely honest, while in some ways I find it repugnant, I hope that Michele ,his mother, can obviously find that solace in his sacrifice (re.-her eulogy) and I truly hope that Jordan was able to save his cousins life. I can only hope that the family upbringing and those physical parts of Jordan that were filled with so much love for what is right, and the adequate rage against that which is wrong inspire his younger cousin to continue in his footsteps. I don\’t know what else to say, except my heart goes out to all those who knew him, and those (like myself) who wished to know him better.
January 8, 2004
Michelle and Alan,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and Nuri. We only knew Jordan as Nuri\’s cute little blond brother back in carpool days. It sounds like Jordan was quite a young man. We hope the memories of Jordan\’s accomplishments help you get through this untimely tragedy.
January 9, 2004
Jordan Feder was as much full of life as anyone I’ve ever met. It’s a shame that a person as bright and promising as he had to have their life tragically cut short.
Jordan Feder was as much full of life as anyone I’ve ever met. it’s a shame that a person as bright and promising as he had to have their life tragically cut short. He had everything to give, and nothing to take. It was a privilege having known him and he will be forever missed. R.I.P. and goodbye my xfriendx.
January 10, 2004
I\’ve been reading much about Jordan Feder. Much of what I learned about him has been very inspiring.
January 13, 2004
I have been reading about Jordan, he lived alot in his 23 years & he will live on for those who knew & loved him. My heart goes out to his family & friends.
January 27, 2004
To Jordan\’s family and close friends, my heart goes out to you. I met Jordan the evening we drove to Miami to demonstrate our opposition to corporate globalization. I was told I\’d be sharing the driving with Jordan. Who was this guy \”Jordan?\”
We bonded over driving, and many cell phone calls; I stayed in a hotel at \”ground zero\” to be close to the Baltimore Indy Media folks in Miami. Jordan was my life line to the group with whom I had traveled and who were camping while in Miami. Jordan and I connected, and I truely expected to have a life long relationship with him after our adventures in Miami. I took for granted that \”life\” would be longer, giving Jordan a quick embrace outside the hospital in North Carolina at 1am on Monday Nov 24, 2003; an embrace that he held longer than I, with me awkwardly saying something to the effect I\’d see him soon.
Anyone slamed by an ocean wave, or caught in a bone chilling mountain storm knows that there\’s nothing \”fair\” when it comes to the mysteries of life and nature. I can only imagine how \”unfair\” the loss of Jordan must have seemed to his family and close friends, particularly on the eve of Thanksgiving when families gather in traditional celebration.
People report being inspired by the strength displayed by Jordan\’s family members at his memorial service. Although I could not attend the service, I feel fortunate to have witnessed that strength, which was reflected by Jordan; it is a testimony to the Feder family values.
Bunny. Jordan told me how he got that nick name just a couple hours before he took ill and handed the wheel back to me. Not sure of the relevance, other than helping to humanize a being who is now only with us in spirit and ripples he has left behind. Memorials.
To that end, I have made a small memorial donation to Democracy Unlimited of Humbolt County (DUHC). They put into action the words of Thoreau who said, \”There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil for one who is striking at the root.\” DUHC is one small organization that understands we must make a fundamental shift in the immense power of multinational corporations if our other issue-oriented struggles are to have a lasting effect.
Jordan worked at that radical level, in the sense that \”radical\” is the mathematical term for \”root.\” He sought fundamental social change. Perhaps this little memorial reference to DUHC can spark an insight for a future visitor to Jordan\’s web page. In that tiny way, Jordan can live on affecting social change.
Again, my heart goes out to Jordan\’s family and close friends. I hope we can meet some day.
Feb 4, 2004
If there was a cause to be fought
His voice would be heard
When others more influential
Wouldn’t utter a word
If there was a child to be saved
Or a head that needed a shoulder
He would be there in a hurry
He had a soul of someone wiser; older
I had not met this man
But on my heart his impression carries
Because of the good things said
On the day he was buried
He had the soul and spirit
That made histories
This ode is to a prophet
That was only twenty-three.
Feb 4, 2004
Jordan, I really did not know you, but I do know your parents.
Your being their son tells me a lot about you. They are wonderful people. I served with them on the Towson University Parents Advisory Board. They love you so much and it comes through to everyone they know.
Feb 4, 2004
Jordan,
It seems as though one of Gods angels have returned home. This world will not be the same without your presents. What\’s funny is your probably organizing a union for the angels. With one mission in mind \”Watching out for the ones you love\”. What a long list that will be. I celebrate your life!! My only regret is that I never had the chance to meet you, but I have the honor of knowing your Mother and she is very special to me.
Dec 21, 2003
Jordan and I were RA\’s together at Towson. While we didn\’t work in the same building, we did see each other at training and RA programs/meetings. He made me feel welcome when I first moved here from out of state. I won\’t forget when I found out he was the tiger mascot. Nobody could do that job better than Jordan did. Rest in peace Jordan, I know you\’re doing just fine making the angels smile as much as you made us smile down here.
Dec 26, 2003
I barely knew Jordan and also don’t know where to begin. On some level it’s odd because while I didn’t know him that well, I completely identify with Alan\’s eulogy (and that just from knowing him at a couple actions and having one conversation with him). It is horrible when the young die, I’ve known this from watching young friends of mine join “gangs” and be cut down for their supposed affiliation; and before they could make their mark on society (which fortunately was not the case for Jordan).
Excuse me for a second while I sound ageist but my first, and unfortunately pretty much only, impression of Jordan Feder was that of a young cock-sure activist, ready to change the world for the better, and potentially listen to people, if he thought they had something worthwhile to contribute to that end. Well, underneath that cock-sure attitude that rubbed me the wrong way, I could tell there was a staunch ally, someone who (as seven years my younger) I looked forward to continuing to see in the “scene”. I suppose what I am saying is it becomes lonely in the radical activist scene {(as folks age they all seem to become liberals and/ or yuppies (ie.-collaborators w/ empire)} and Jordan was someone who I could sense upon our brief encounter would agitate for us and the world well into our geriatric state, and if solely on that completely selfish level I mourn his too early loss. To be completely honest, while in some ways I find it repugnant, I hope that Michele ,his mother, can obviously find that solace in his sacrifice (re.-her eulogy) and I truly hope that Jordan was able to save his cousins life. I can only hope that the family upbringing and those physical parts of Jordan that were filled with so much love for what is right, and the adequate rage against that which is wrong inspire his younger cousin to continue in his footsteps. I don\’t know what else to say, except my heart goes out to all those who knew him, and those (like myself) who wished to know him better.
January 8, 2004
Michelle and Alan,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and Nuri. We only knew Jordan as Nuri\’s cute little blond brother back in carpool days. It sounds like Jordan was quite a young man. We hope the memories of Jordan\’s accomplishments help you get through this untimely tragedy.
January 9, 2004
Jordan Feder was as much full of life as anyone I’ve ever met. It’s a shame that a person as bright and promising as he had to have their life tragically cut short.
Jordan Feder was as much full of life as anyone I’ve ever met. it’s a shame that a person as bright and promising as he had to have their life tragically cut short. He had everything to give, and nothing to take. It was a privilege having known him and he will be forever missed. R.I.P. and goodbye my xfriendx.
January 10, 2004
I\’ve been reading much about Jordan Feder. Much of what I learned about him has been very inspiring.
January 13, 2004
I have been reading about Jordan, he lived alot in his 23 years & he will live on for those who knew & loved him. My heart goes out to his family & friends.
January 27, 2004
To Jordan\’s family and close friends, my heart goes out to you. I met Jordan the evening we drove to Miami to demonstrate our opposition to corporate globalization. I was told I\’d be sharing the driving with Jordan. Who was this guy \”Jordan?\”
We bonded over driving, and many cell phone calls; I stayed in a hotel at \”ground zero\” to be close to the Baltimore Indy Media folks in Miami. Jordan was my life line to the group with whom I had traveled and who were camping while in Miami. Jordan and I connected, and I truely expected to have a life long relationship with him after our adventures in Miami. I took for granted that \”life\” would be longer, giving Jordan a quick embrace outside the hospital in North Carolina at 1am on Monday Nov 24, 2003; an embrace that he held longer than I, with me awkwardly saying something to the effect I\’d see him soon.
Anyone slamed by an ocean wave, or caught in a bone chilling mountain storm knows that there\’s nothing \”fair\” when it comes to the mysteries of life and nature. I can only imagine how \”unfair\” the loss of Jordan must have seemed to his family and close friends, particularly on the eve of Thanksgiving when families gather in traditional celebration.
People report being inspired by the strength displayed by Jordan\’s family members at his memorial service. Although I could not attend the service, I feel fortunate to have witnessed that strength, which was reflected by Jordan; it is a testimony to the Feder family values.
Bunny. Jordan told me how he got that nick name just a couple hours before he took ill and handed the wheel back to me. Not sure of the relevance, other than helping to humanize a being who is now only with us in spirit and ripples he has left behind. Memorials.
To that end, I have made a small memorial donation to Democracy Unlimited of Humbolt County (DUHC). They put into action the words of Thoreau who said, \”There are a thousand hacking at the branches of evil for one who is striking at the root.\” DUHC is one small organization that understands we must make a fundamental shift in the immense power of multinational corporations if our other issue-oriented struggles are to have a lasting effect.
Jordan worked at that radical level, in the sense that \”radical\” is the mathematical term for \”root.\” He sought fundamental social change. Perhaps this little memorial reference to DUHC can spark an insight for a future visitor to Jordan\’s web page. In that tiny way, Jordan can live on affecting social change.
Again, my heart goes out to Jordan\’s family and close friends. I hope we can meet some day.
Feb 4, 2004
If there was a cause to be fought
His voice would be heard
When others more influential
Wouldn’t utter a word
If there was a child to be saved
Or a head that needed a shoulder
He would be there in a hurry
He had a soul of someone wiser; older
I had not met this man
But on my heart his impression carries
Because of the good things said
On the day he was buried
He had the soul and spirit
That made histories
This ode is to a prophet
That was only twenty-three.
Feb 4, 2004
Jordan, I really did not know you, but I do know your parents.
Your being their son tells me a lot about you. They are wonderful people. I served with them on the Towson University Parents Advisory Board. They love you so much and it comes through to everyone they know.
Feb 4, 2004
Jordan,
It seems as though one of Gods angels have returned home. This world will not be the same without your presents. What\’s funny is your probably organizing a union for the angels. With one mission in mind \”Watching out for the ones you love\”. What a long list that will be. I celebrate your life!! My only regret is that I never had the chance to meet you, but I have the honor of knowing your Mother and she is very special to me.