Buck Jordon Jr.

Obituary for Buck Jordon Jr. Buck Jordon Jr., age 83, born in Elizabeth, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 5, 1942, Buck spent the last 12 years residing with his son Antony and family in Lawrenceville, where he was cherished and deeply loved. Raised by his grandparents in Virginia, Buck learned early the values of hard work, humility, and perseverance. He later moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School. Seeking purpose and opportunity beyond his early years, Buck enlisted in the United States Army, where he found both discipline and direction. Over the course of eight years of service, he served his country during the Vietnam War, earning distinction for his courage and dedication. During his distinguished military service, Buck became an accomplished light heavyweight boxer and earned several honors for valor and dedication, including the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge. His courage and leadership reflected his unwavering commitment to country and fellow soldiers. Following his military career, Buck joined the United States Postal Service, where he devoted nearly 30 years of dedicated service. Through hard work and persistence, he rose through the ranks to become a Tour Superintendent, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues and supervisors alike. His professionalism, reliability, and mentorship left a lasting mark on those who worked alongside him. Buck’s love was the quiet kind—felt more in what he did than what he said. He wasn’t one to celebrate loudly or speak often of his feelings, yet he gave selflessly when others needed him, especially his grandchildren. His love showed itself in acts of generosity, in the way he paid attention to his family’s well-being, and in the pride he felt at their accomplishments. His relationships were complex, like most, but they were bound by an enduring thread of care that ran deeper than words. Buck is survived by his sons Troy, Julius, and Antony (Toya); daughter Nicole; grandchildren Alyssa, Carlos Collado, Tamara, Kevyn, and Javon; sister Marion Grays; brothers Ulysses Green, Richard Green, and Shane Green; uncle Malachi; and aunt Roberta. He was preceded in death by his parents Sarah Green and Buck Jordon Sr.; brothers Walter Green, March Green, and Perry Green; and sister Ernestine Green. Buck Jordon Jr. will be remembered as a man of strength, humor, and determination—an example of perseverance who refused to be defeated by any challenge. His legacy lives on in his family and the many lives he inspired. Livestream Link: https://vimeo.com/event/5435202

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Buck Jordon Jr.

June 5, 1942 - October 1, 2025