Ian McKenzie Jordan (Chiefy) MNZM
The Jordan family of ‘Willowhaugh’ deeply regret the passing of Ian on January 7, 2026.
Loved and devoted husband of the late Valerie. Wonderful father and father-in-law of Roger and Dianne Jordan, Suzanne and Philip Woolley, Christina and Graham. Loved Grandad of Kate, Christian, Paula, Dion & Tricia, and Kaleb. Loved Great-Grandad Ian to Eddie, Allie and Archie.
Messages to 678 Middle Renwick Road, RD1 Blenheim 7271 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
A funeral service for Chiefy will be held on his farm, Jacksons Road, Blenheim
on Monday, January 12 at 11.00am followed by a private family interment.
CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.
Service Details
Jacksons Road
Blenheim
Monday 12 January 2026
11.00am
From - Murray Bishell
It has been a pleasure to have been a good friend and someone whom I always respected and tried to copy his work ethic and farming practices. You have truly been a mentor to me and will be missed by many.
Rest in peace with Valerie
From - Dianne
To the Jordan Family
Very sad to hear of Mr Jordan's passing. Sending my deepest sympathies.
Di Benseman, WBOSF Base Woodbourne
From - Janet Neal
Thinking of you all with love at this sad time. Knowing Ian was a privilege in our families lives.
He was one of life's true gentleman who touched us all, and left a lot of great memories
that we will always hold dear. Rest in peace.
Janet Neal and family.
From - Steven Gifford
To all the Jordan family. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
I have a lovely lot of memories of chiefy. Sending love and hugs to you all.
Now RIP chiefy your work is done.
From - Shirley Hoar
Sincere sympathy to the Jordan Family. A life well lived. RIP Gone to be with Valerie.
Shirley Hoar
From - Rachel McConway
Christina, Graham and Extended family
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ian. A huge loss to you all.
Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Rachel McConway
From - Jackie Smart
Sincerest sympathy to you all. It was a privilege to know Ian.
Fondly Remembered.
From - Roger & Carol Rose
Very sad to hear of Ian’s passing.
Those of us who have been associated with him over the years respected his knowledge, farming achievements, dedication as a brilliant stockman and great family man.
His contribution to Marlborough and New Zealand farming has been exceptional.
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
From - Tamara Orchard
Very sorry to hear of Ian's passing he was such a great kind man and I enjoyed visiting
him over the years he will be cherished and missed, much love to you all.
From - Liz Anderson
Sincere condolences to you all on the passing of a great man. Ian will be sadly missed by many. Unfortunately I am unable to attend on Monday but will watch the live streaming later in the day .
May Ian RIP and may you all find comfort knowing how highly thought of he was. 🥰
From - Ross & Suzanne Smith
Sincere condolences to the Jordan family for your loss of Ian.
A great farmer and mentor to the community of Marlborough.
From - Lincoln Ploughing Assn
The Lincoln Ploughing Association wishes to convey their deepest sympathies to the Jordan Family.
Chiefy was a staunch supporter of our association and a great ambassador for NZ ploughing in general.
His passing will leave a huge hole in the ploughing community and be sorely missed.
From - John Walsh
To the Jordan family my deepest sympathy.
Ian was a unique farmer. He was one of a very few who excelled at the highest level as a agriculturalist,
stock breeder and competive ploughman.
I always learned something whenever talking with Ian and his almost century,
living at Willowhaugh will leave a enduring legacy.
RIP.
From - Gwen Cameron
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time
From - Helen & Malcolm Williams
We are saddened to read of Ian's passing. Sincere condolences to Sue, Philip, Dion & Tricia and Kaleb.
Our thoughts are with you and all the extended Jordan family.
From - Fred Pilling
A great horseman would come and see us ploughing at most of the venues RIP Ian.
Our deepest sympathies to the Jordan families.
From the Waikato Heavy Horse Association
From - Diane Gifford
Roger Dianne and family...Our Heartfelt sympathy and caring thoughts to you
all at this Very Sad and Difficult time.
From - Kathy Dodson
Our Condolences to the Jordan Family for your loss
Ian was a respected hard working farmer who will always be remembered
Kathy, Sarah & Hamish Dodson
From - Janice Thompsett
Sincere condolences to all the family on the sad passing of your much loved Dad and grandad.
Thinking of you all with love.
Janice and Ken Thompsett
From - Alta Bezuidenhout
From Alta, Ash and the team at Maxwell lifecare
Our deepest condolences to Ian's family. We hope that all the wonderful memories
will bring you comfort during this sad time. Ian will be dearly missed by us all.
From - Sally Peter
I first met Ian when working at stock firm and then Graham Vet club. A real gentleman
but had a bit of cheek and always a smile. What an amazingly long life full of so many changes that he was part of. Sending you kind thoughts and sympathy.
Sally and Rob
