Marion F. Jordan, 83, of Poland, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at his daughter's residence.

Born May 29, 1922 in Owen County, he was the son of Forrest F. and Edith (Powell) Jordan.

He retired from Stello, and was a self-employed carpenter. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II and a member of the Spencer VFW and American Legion.

Survivors include: two daughters, Mary Young and Connie Sands, both of Poland; three step-children, John Decker of Spencer, Donna Walden of Wheatfield, and Charlotte Eggers of Martinsville; 17 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret (Carpenter) Jordan, a stepson Bob Decker, a son-in-law Steve Ferguson, and two infant sisters.

Funeral service will be Saturday at 1 p.m. at the West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home in Spencer with Pastor Davy Dyer officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted by the Spencer VFW and American Legion.

Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. today and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.