Jordan Michael Alstad, 18

Jordan Michael Alstad, 18, "went to be with our Lord" on Monday, June 13, 2005, at his residence in Kalispell.

He was born on Sept. 26, 1986, in Mission Hills, Calif., to Alan B. and Teri L. (Bailey) Alstad.

Family and friends were the No.1 priorities in Jordan's life.

He found solace in being outdoors, by enjoying snowboarding, hunting, fishing, camping, swimming, riding wave runners, boating and folf (Frisbee golf), to name a few. Special times with his family included eating great food, playing board games, cribbage, doing puzzles; simple things.

He also had a love for animals (especially Moab, his Siberian husky), babies and little children.

Jordan's love for time spent with family and friends was especially dear and appreciated by those who frequently enjoyed his company.

Jordan appointed himself special caregiver to his little sister, Destiny, from the day she was born and looked up to his older brother (and friend), Clayton.

He had many friends and was well-known for his kind and loving heart, politeness, sweetness and handsome face.

Jordan was loved deeply; his mischievous and charming smile will be sorely missed, as well as his witty, fun-loving disposition.

His mother and father were blessed from the moment he entered this world.

His life with them was a gift they will treasure always.

Jordan was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ole Alstad; and great-grandmothers, Joy Loring and Emma "Nana" Bailey.

Jordan is survived by his parents, Alan Alstad and Teri Bailey, both of Kalispell; his big brother, Clayton Alstad, and little sister, Destiny, both of Kalispell; his grandparents, Dorothy Alstad, and Bryan and Jan Bailey, all of Kalispell, and grandfather, Monty Ventsam, of Canyon Country, Calif.; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and many friends.

Funeral services for Jordan Alstad will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 18, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church with Pastor Lindean Barnett officiating.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.today at Johnson Mortuary.

A memorial fund has been established in Jordan's name to be used for gun-safety education and courses.

The family suggests that contributions be sent to Jordan Alstad Memorial Fund, c/o Valley Bank, P.O. Box 48, 323 First Avenue W., Kalispell, MT 59903.

Johnson Mortuary and Crematory is caring for Jordan's family.