Jordan Crook, 40, of Hoopeston passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at his home. He was born on May 28, 1986 in Watseka, a son of Julie Carter.

He is survived by his mother, Julie (Ralph) Mann of Milford; one sister, Lindsay Bowen of Champaign; one nephew, Carter Keefer of Champaign; his grandmother, Pauline Carter of Watseka; one aunt, Ginger Gonzalez of Hoopeston; one uncle, James Crook of Milford; his grandfather, Richard Crook; and three cousins, Jaycee Rush, Logan Gonzalez and Megan Runyan.

Jordan was preceded in death by his grandfather, Tom Carter; grandmother, Sharon Crook; and uncle, Tim Crook.

Jordan graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in Journalism. He was the editor of the Chronicle in Hoopeston for 14 years, worked at the Times in Watseka for several years, and was a researcher for Allied Capital Title in Paxton. He loved covering news in the area and went to all events in the area. He also loved reading, going to movies with his nephew, Carter, video games, spending time with his family and two rescue cats, Pieter and Little Foot, and hosting and preparing meals for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are by the Knapp Funeral Home in Milford.