Rev. Keith Barry Jordan Sr. of Rockford departed this earthly life February 16, 2026. He was born September 8, 1957 in Newark, New Jersey the son of Henry C. and Doretha Jordan. Keith lived in Rockford 2003 coming from Beloit, WI. Keith was employed as a sales representative by R L Kolbi Company and previously a Dean of Admissions at Colorado University; he also served as an sergeant by the New Jersey Police Department for 8 years. He was a member of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church serving as a minister. Keith was an avid bowler, playing in leagues at Don Carter Lanes. He graduated from Malcom X Shabazz High School, Rutgers University with his Bachelors Degree in Business.

Keith leaves to cherish many loving memories, two sons, Keith Jr. (Dawn) Jordan and Bryan Jordan; daughters, Tiffany Wilson and Tracey Mack; 13 grandchildren; including special grand daughter who he raised Destiny Jordan; 7 great grand children; mother, Doretha Jordan; brother Vance O. (Alexandra) Jordan; a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Henry C. Jordan; and brother, Henry C. Jordan Jr.

Services will be held 12:00 noon Friday, February 27, 2026 at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church 2919 19th Street. Burial in Cedar Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.