Christine E. Jordan

"I went to high school With Chris. I hate that we lost touch over the years. Knowing today was her birthday, I decided to google her so that maybe we could reconnect and I found this. I am so heartbroken! I wish I would have done this years ago.,, I will never forget you my beautiful friend!! RIP Caroline Hall Poedtke Fenwick H.S. Class of 1981"

" I lost touch w Chris many years ago. I have fond memories of her during the Germantown Tn / Memphis State / Graceland days and it is with much sadness by learning this 2yr+ old news. Apparently (after reading the wonderful tributes here) she lived the life she only dreamed about (as a young woman) and touch many lives along the way. ( I knew you always would.) God Bless the remaining family members & loves ones. "

"Am I just learning of my dear friends and former roommate's passing today. Over 2 years later. Oh how saddened I am that we lost touch after I left NWA to start a family and a new career. Chris was my dearest roommate in DTW when we both went through initial training at Republic Airlines. My heart is broken. I'm sad that I lost all those years. She was a truly warm hearted person. I am sorry to hear of her parents' passing as well. They were so gracious when I stayed with them in LA. Oh the fond memories of our life in DTW and being stewardess. God speed my dear. You are missed. Love you."

"I miss you sooooo very much, my sister. All my love. Please be at peace"

"On this, your birthday: I was wrong...you were right...it will never happen again...I love you! Christine knows what I mean. Rest in peace, sweet lady"

"I am only hearing now of Christine?s passing. She spoke to my new hire classes. She was an entertainer and the students were mesmerized. Many were inspired to rise to the top of their career because of Christine?s influence. I was a great admirer. She touched many through her tenure. May she remain in peace."

"Christine?s impact on her family and the aviation safety industry is very well known. However there is another aspect of her career worth mentioning. Christine started working at Northwest Airlines back when aviation security was becoming a profession in its own right. It was at this time that airline management as well as law enforcement agencies, including the FBI strived to learn more about airline operations in particular cabin operations and security. Many of those people found the knowledge they sought in classes taught by Christine (and her coworker Jill). I was one of those people and the spark ignited by her enthusiasm and wealth of knowledge she conveyed has stayed with me over many decades in the industry. As I and others in the industry grapple with how to ensure a secure civil aviation system in today?s world of global threats, the answer seems obvious: get more people like Christine. Alas there was only one. Rest in peace Christine You did more for my life and career than you even knew and I have not forgotten it."

"It was with great sadness I took the call from Rene' that told me of the death of Chris. Judy, the mother of Chris and Rene' was my dearest friend. She would be devastated with this news of her beloved daughter. My heart goes out to Rene' and Amanda. God's blessings and our sympathy to not only them, but to all friends and family."

"Oh Christine how we will miss you, we worked together for 17 years with the last three being the best of all. I always loved your attitude and your smile with the knowledge you possess about cabin safety. The honorary title of Maintenance Inspector was given to you by the office was based off of your unrelenting quest to be good in all aspects of aviation safety, you prove it baby, time and time again. This accounts for all of the numerous awards you received through out your Airline and FAA career. You were a stand up lady !!! Rest in peace, we all loved you. My condolence to Rene and the rest of the family."

"It's impossible to think and write about Christine in the past tense. I still cannot believe she has left us. Christine was larger than life and one of the smartest women I have ever known. She was a wonderful FAA colleague that I greatly admired and respected. Christine had a wicked sense of humor and was never afraid to speak her mind. She loved her family and she was a loyal, nonjudgmental friend. In my mind, I can picture her smiling face and I can hear that unique Christine laugh. My sincerest condolences to her family and large circle of friends. Christine, you made this world a better place and you will never be forgotten."

"I worked a few times with Christine. She was an enforcer to passenger safety and FAA regulations. She gave me a very nice review to my supervisor that I really appreciated. My sincerest condolences to her family and friends. I'm sure she'll continue to look out for all of us. Soar high Christine."

"What a shock and loss? This can't be! I wish I could have saved you! It's like part of me died too. I will miss you Christine! To Rene and Amanda, how much more do you have to endure? I wish you both the brightest future."

"Christine, Christine, the beauty queen With slender arms and wit so keen Loved Graceland, hippo, and Conway Twitty Lived life on stage and redefined witty She?d make me laugh so hard I?d cry We?d cry so hard and share a lie... I see her now driving through the clouds in the gas-pig-beast-that- was-definitely-father?s-Oldsmobile, seat belt low and tight, silk scarf wrapped chicly a la Audrey or Amelia, with a tiara glistening atop her golden hair. When the pig-beast comes to a complete stop, with that certified,disarmingly beautiful smile, she steps out, leg first. Safely at her destination."

"To the family, In this time of sorrow, often no words can describe the loss we feel. It is the support and heart felt hugs and memories that carry us through. Know that many friends embrace you in your grief and walk with you at this time."

"Donell Christine knew the wonder of aviation and loved it. Christine knew how to bring her intelligence and enthusiasm to aviation safety Christine know how to bring her charm and love to any social gathering And now may she know the Peace that passes all understanding"

"I had the pleasure of meeting her a few times on my planes when working the flights. She was a wonderful lady to talk shop with! For all of us in the airline industry, we have another angel looking down on us."

"I am so sad to hear of Christine's passing. Heartfelt condolences to all of her friends and family. I worked with Christine for many years at NWA and admired her passion and commitment to cabin safety and the aviation industry. She was so excited to move to the FAA and nobody was surprised. I had often wondered how she was doing, but knew the skies were safer with her around."

"To Christine's Family: Christine's expertise and in-depth knowledge of her profession was always so insightful. She could answer the toughest of questions with ease and confidence. She will always be remembered as a delightful person with intensity, never shallow and a person you could always depend on. We miss her. Rest in peace Christine and peace to the Jordan family. Our deepest heartfelt condolences The Diaz Family"

"I know how hard the last couple of years were for you. I will always think back to all of our banter, jokes and good memories. Wether it was doing one of the many inspections on aircraft, writing and proofing manuals or the times in your home after I became a mother. Audrey laying down on the floor playing while we went through all your scrapbooks. I will always treasure the old children?s books you gave Audrey and the wisdom and lessons I learned from you which I carry with me everyday throughout my aviation career. I?ll continue to make you proud, Audrey will know of Aunty Christine?s wit and humor and the bad ass woman you became throughout your aviation career. My condolences to all of your friends and especiallly to your sister Rene. Sending love and prayers. I know you?re so much happier now with Mommy and your father. Buddy is probably back on your lap as we speak. Xo"

"Christine made our aviation world a safer place. through her diligence as an Inspector. She was a great role model for many people and will be missed at the FAA. Wishing her family comfort and prayers during this sad time. Christine is now with her beloved Mother (Mommy) and is an angel watching over all of us and the many flight attendants she insisted learn to do it right! Godspeed Christine!"

"There are never enough words to express Christine's kindness, love and affection in everything she did. She was the commensurate professional at work but kept it light with humor. I will miss her smile, kindness and her presence in my life. My memories of her will always be a happy to reminisce the great times. Rest in Pease Christine!"

"To Christine's Family. I had the great fortune of working with Christine when I first started. She taught me so much. I was called to assist her with some work when she was off work. I loved her stories and her outlook. She was someone you could always go to for a question and if she wasn't sure of the answer she had a network of people that did. She spoke highly of her family and missed her mother terribly. I am sure they are shopping together again. I will keep Christine, her family and friends in my thoughts and prayers. My Sincere Condolences, Cynthia Griffin"

"I remember Christine from our youth in Colorado. Her sister Rene and I were close friends and by extension, I was friends with Christine. She was always witty and all in no matter the project or activity. I am sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers for Rene and their family."

"I am so saddened to hear of her passing. She was a plethora of knowledge and information when I was an Inflight Instructor. We grew to respect each other professionally and personally. Christine tried to convince me to become a FAA Cabin Safety Inspector which she would?ve recommended me-what an honor coming from her.... thank you Christine for your guidance, clever wit and your tough love-you truly helped me to become the Flight Attendant I am today and making the skies a safer place for all us... I will truly miss you...my condolences to her family.."

"My niece was so smart, beautiful,and such a great sense of humor. I will miss her greatly. I will forever remember her and keep her close in my heart."

"Christine approached everything in life and everything at the FAA with this same passion, intelligence and competence. She loved her family and her job for all the right reasons and she was a tremendous friend and co-worker. I miss her already."

"Christine will be greatly missed. I know that the last few years have been difficult and painful. I am confident in the knowledge that she is with her parents and the pain is gone. Rest in Peace, sweet Christine Elizabeth. Inspector Jordan was a highly dedicated professional who strived for excellence in everything she did; her commitment to aviation safety was a major factor in the success of two Certificate Management Teams as well as the overall success of FAA Flight Standards Mission. Throughout her career, Inspector Jordan was a model of AVS?s ?Core Values? and demonstrated through her actions that Aviation Safety, Integrity, Quality, and People are more than just words."

"I never met Christine, but I have heard so many wonderful things about her. Her passing is such a tremendous loss to our FAA Cabin Safety family. My condolences goes out to her family."

"I am so sorry for you loss. To know Christine was to love her."

"Thoughts and prayers to Christine and family."

"I didn't know Christine well, but I worked with her on occasion. Whenever she was on board my aircraft she was polite, witty and friendly. I enjoyed being in her company. My most sincere condolences to her family."

"I?m so sorry to hear about Christine. I used to work with Christine when I worked at Mesa Airlines. She was smart and had a passion for airline cabin safety. She spoke fondly of her family, her career and her cat, ?Buddy?. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to her family."