Della Jordan Marion

Della Jordan Marion, age 92, of Corbin, KY, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Christian Health Center in Corbin.

Born in Barbourville, KY, she was the daughter of the late Neely Jordan and Renee Messer Jordan. Della spent the earlier years of her life in Detroit, MI, before returning to Kentucky, where she owned and managed a restaurant in Barbourville. She was a woman who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures, including flowers, shopping, and above all, the love of her family.

In her later years, Della made her home at Christian Health Center, where she found comfort in the close-knit community. She enjoyed being within walking distance of nearby shops and treasured the friendships she formed with fellow residents, caretakers, and nurses. At her core, she was a sweet and loving person whose kindness left a lasting impression on those around her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, James Marion, Jr.; brothers, Leslie Jordan, Tinsley Jordan, Victor Jordan, and James Jordan; and sisters, Floretta Farrell and Phyllis Terrell.

She is survived by her daughter, Wilma Marion; sister, Nora Jean Taylor; niece, Linda Jackson, and husband Larry; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will cherish her memory.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caretakers and nurses at Christian Health Center for the love and care they showed Della.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, where her funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Dennis McCoy officiating.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Callebs Creek Cemetery in Knox County, KY. Those wishing to attend may meet at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. for the procession.

Arrangements are entrusted to Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home. Messages of condolence may be written to the family at vankirkgrisellfuneralhome.com.