5 April 2016

Statement on Behalf of Sapper Danny Rion Jordan’s Family

The following statement is released by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) on behalf and at the request of Sapper (SPR) Jordan’s family.

SPR Jordan’s family has asked for privacy while they come to terms with their loss and grieve for their loved one and ask these wishes to be respected.

NZDF advises no other statement will be offered.

“We, the family of Danny Jordan are devastated at the loss of our beloved Danny. We are comforted by the love and support of so many. Our hearts and thanks go out to his two mates that dealt with his passing as a result of a hunting accident in the Ruahine ranges on DOC land. Our Danny lived life to the full, never a dull moment. From fishing, diving, work, friends, family, and his passion of hunting. Danny grew up in Waiuku and that is where we will celebrate his life.

Danny has a huge family in the Army whom he always had brothers to share adventures with. We are blessed with the amazing support the Army has given us, making an impossible time a time of love, support, and space to grieve. Also our thanks to the Police and special mention to Detective Sergeant Glen Yule from Hastings Police.

Danny was a loving, loveable, and respectful young man who gave to so many in so many different ways. We are feeling all the love that Danny had given to so many, which is now being returned to us and we are eternally grateful.”

ENDS