Jordan Alice Millar was born on New Year’s Eve 1980 in the beautiful Bulkley Valley in the small northern community of Smithers, BC. Jordan was the first born to Teresa and Alexander Millar. She was a curious, caring, smart, and quiet child. Raised in the country, Jordan spent most of her childhood outdoors playing with her siblings, cousins and friends on Millar Road. Being the oldest, Jordan took command of her cousins and siblings. She was always taking care of others and always had a lesson to teach. She was feisty, a real boss. Jordan had a deep love for the nature and animals, as they both brought her peace. Jordan was very vibrant and a real intellect. She was always reading and learning, always wanting to gain more knowledge. She was a high achiever in everything she did. A testament to this is the awards that Jordan won in school for her academic achievements. Jordan also had a very artistic and creative side. She enjoyed singing, playing the piano, drawing, sewing, baking and cooking. Jordan made homemade chocolates at Christmas time and hand sewn Halloween costumes. When Jordan put her mind to something she really gave it her all.
After high school Jordan wanted to pursue her dreams in becoming a veterinarian so she moved to Victoria to live with her family and attend the University of Victoria. Jordan quickly realized that she didn’t have the stomach to do the job of a vet, then switched over to the University of British Columbia where she obtained an archeology degree. Jordan loved to travel and spent some time in Korea teaching English, and took part in an archeology dig in England.
Jordan decided she wanted to do more with her career so she attended the Canadian memorial chiropractic college in Toronto. Jordan had found her calling. Jordan was extremely passionate about helping others, especially pregnant women, children, and infants. Jordan had a real delicate touch with babies and was a natural mother.
Jordan moved to San Diego and practiced as a chiropractor part time while focusing mainly on raising her two small children, Jules and Alice. Jordan was never truly happy in the city and decided to move back to Victoria to be closer to family where she was better supported dealing with Jules who was fighting leukaemia.
Jules’ fight with leukaemia was a challenging time for Jordan. Despite the difficulties she faced, Jordan was still able to focus her energy into becoming an advocate for childhood cancer, getting involved with Tour De Rock and Island Kids Cancer Association. Jordan was an extremely strong willed and determined person. She exhibited this strength during her own 19-month battle with colon cancer. Not once did Jordan give up, she was committed to her children and fought hard until the very end. Jordan hiked up mount Doug during treatment, and continued to work as a chiropractic and care for her children full time. Even from her hospital bed Jordan did not miss a beat. Jordan was determined to raise awareness of young onset CRC and interviewed with multiple local new stations and Minister Adrian Dix. Her goal was to make a difference in the health care system and save at least one life with earlier colorectal cancer detection.
Jordan had always been very family oriented and always put her children first above anything, even herself. The world has lost a wonderful, loving, vibrant, loyal, and amazing soul. Jordan leaves behind her mother and father Teresa and Alexander, her children Jules and Alice, her siblings Adam, Lucas, and Devon (Peter, Hailey and Maya) and lots of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends who love her deeply. Jordan will be greatly missed by many.
“Thank you to Dr. Ashwell and the other Doctors at the Royal Jubilee hospital. And a special thank you to all the wonderful nurses who took such good care of Jordan for the two months she was on the oncology floor. “All of you are true angels.”
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday November 10, 2021 at 2:00 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC. For those wishing to attend virtually via zoom please click the link below. Please use your video camera when joining so that family in attendance can see you and feel your support.
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18 Responses
Jordan was one of the first friends I met while studying at UBC, we were floor-mates then roommates in the UBC residences. We enjoyed many laughs, fun hangouts and chats together. I will always remember her bright laugh, smiles and her kindness. Jordan was so lovely and wonderful, will be sadly missed. Sending love and hugs to her family and children during this time. Rest in peace my friend, Jordan.
Jordan was one of the first friends I made when I moved to Smithers in high school. Her and her group of friends immediately took me in and made me feel at ease.
We shared many wonderful laughs in the halls between classes and also a lot of talks about our goals and what life would look like after high school.
Jordan dreamed big and I knew she would take on the world.
My deepest condolences to her family and her friends. Even though we grew apart as adults I will always remember her warm smile and ambition.
I hope her children take comfort in knowing what a warrior their mother was.
Blessings.
I am so sorry for the loss of a precious, caring, loving soul, Jordan. I went to elementary school with her and we used to hang out as kids. I remember her being so bright, shy, caring and a good friend. Sending my deepest condolences to her family and friends at this difficult time. Rest in sweet peace Jordan. You will be so missed! ❤
A beautiful soul, wonderful friend and amazing mother. Jordan you touched our lives in all the ways only a great friend and great person can. Thank you for all the memories, we will cherish them.
Your legacy will live on, and your strength has and will continue to make a difference.
Peace and love to all of Jordan’s family and loved ones.
What a beautiful person, I am truly blessed to have known Jordan.
Jim Feng
Jordan had such a fighting spirit. It was an honor caring for such a wonderful person. My condolences to Jordan’s family, especially her two children. So very sorry for your loss.
My sincerest condolences, sending love and strength to your family during this heartbreaking time. I went to chiropractic college with Jordan – she was so lovely, kind, and always a pleasure to interact with. I’m so sorry for your loss, may her memory be a blessing.
Jordan and I were in the same prenatal group when she was pregnant with Jules. When I read about her colon cancer journey in the newspaper it prompted me to talk to my family doctor. Because of her I got screened and had three polyps removed from my colon. She has already made a difference. I am sorry that the world has lost such a bright light.