Billy Dean Jordan

Billy Dean Jordan, 62, of West Columbia passed away courageously March 28 after a long battle with cancer. Born in Rock Hill, South Carolina, in 1952, he is survived by his wife, Michelle, his two children, Nicole and Christopher, step-child, Alexandria, parents James "Bill" and Ethel, his sister,  Brenda Comer, niece, Amy, grand-niece, Halie, and four grandchildren. He was preceeded in death by his sister, Linda. He served in the US Air Force for four years as a firefigther where he was honored in receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal for bravery in the line of duty.  He was dedicated to the fire service, having served with the Columbia Fire Department (South Carolina) for 28 years. His favorite pastimes were shrimping, fishing and spending time with family.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK,  73123-1718. A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, March 31, from 6:00 - 8:00 at Moseley Funeral & Cremation Service, 914 Meeting Street, West Columbia, SC, 29169.  We will carry his memory in our hearts.