L. Liyah Jordan Jones Obituary (2003

L. (Liyah)Jordan Jones, 20, of Charleston, SC passed away on August 24, 2024. Jordan, the daughter of Reverend Clayton and Gail Jones, was born on October 17, 2003, in Maryland. Jordan graduated from Fort Dorchester High School in 2022 where she was an honor student, Duke University Tip Scholar, and a South Carolina Life Scholarship recipient. Jordan was an engaging teenager and full of energy. She enjoyed swimming, playing the piano, and soccer. Jordan also held a Second- Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. Jordan competed in numerous martial arts competitions and was undefeated. After graduating from high school, Jordan attended the University of South Carolina majoring in nursing. She attended and was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Ladson, SC. Jordan was a beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and a loyal friend. She was alacritous and loved any opportunity to engage with people. Jordan was a highly intelligent 20-year-old, full of hope and opportunity. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and staying on the go. She was loved by many and will leave a huge void in the lives of everyone she touched. Jordan will be deeply missed by her family and friends! She leaves to cherish her fond memories: her loving and devoted parents, Rev. Clayton and Gail Jones; Siblings: Roslind Harris, Honorable Judge Clayton Jones Jr., Lt. Colonel, Judge Advocate Pamela Jones and Tawanda Shondell Jones; Aunts and Uncles: Rev. Solomon Jones (Anne), Rev. Alphonza Jones (Frances), Rev. Albert Jones (Carolyn), William Jones, Brenda Jones, Barbara Oglesby, Sheila Duncan (Bill), Lynn Brown (Winfield), Julia Pinckney, Francine Seamore, Jerome Simmons (Kasita), Donna Jones, Vella Washington, Annette Truss, Maurice Jones (Marilyn), Gary Jones (Barbette), Karen Jones, Tina Barney (Stanley), and Linda A. Smith (Derrick); and a host of adoring cousins, and 'forever' friends.