Hundreds paid their final respects Wednesday to slain Birmingham Firefighter Jordan Melton, who was gunned down while on duty two weeks ago at Station 9.
His funeral began at 12:17 p.m. at Faith Chapel Christian Center. That time was chosen because it’s the time that Melton was as born on Feb. 28, 1994.The Rev. Eric Harris led the service, which included numerous reflections from those who knew him best, including his mother, Rochelle Malone, who was presented with the flag from her son’s casket and with his fire helmet.
“Jordan was a great up and coming firefighter, but he was already a great person when we got him,’’ said Birmingham Fire Chief Cory Moon. “We came to celebrate and give honor to a hero, a first responder, someone that I believe now is no longer local but universal,’’ Givan said. “Every time I have visited him, he has been more concerned about his colleague, his co-worker, than himself,’’ Woodfin said.“42 days ago, on a stage similar to this, I was honored to shake hands, high-five a new class of recruits,’’ Woodfin said. “I embraced Jordan as he came to the far right of the stage.”
“I think it takes a very brave soul to become a fireman, because it is a life of service and sacrifice,’’ he said. “On behalf of a very grateful city, we honor Jordan Melton for his sacrifice, for his bravery.”
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