Red Cross honors local serviceman

Nov. 11, the American Red Cross recognized veterans continuing their service in local communities across the country like Southeast and Deep East Red Cross Executive Director Chester Jourdan Jr.

Before deploying with the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, Jourdan served six years in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and the 101st Airborne Division, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Jourdan served locally at the Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission before accepting a role with the local Red Cross.

“I’ve always appreciated the role the American Red Cross played,” said Jourdan. “I also appreciate what the American Red Cross continues to do, not only for active-duty men and women but for veterans and families, too.”

Jourdan serves as the voice of the Red Cross chapter, providing information on organizations that offer different services and advocates for the organization, community and volunteers. When not working in the district, Jourdan deploys all over the nation as an elected official liaison to participate in Disaster Relief Services. On top of it all, he speaks to groups like Services to the Armed Forces and other veteran organizations to continue giving back.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities, visit redcross.org/volunteer.