Nathan Jonas Jordison (Joey)

Nathan Jonas Jordison (Joey) passed away peacefully in his sleep on
July 26, 2021 at the age of 46.

Joey was born on April 26, 1975 in Des Moines Iowa and grew up in Waukee, Iowa with his father, Steve Jordison, his mother, Jackie and two younger sisters, Katie (Shaun) and Annie (Chris).

Joey's love for music was evident at an early age and he was given his first drum set when he was eight years old. Joey performed in many bands as a teen-ager and in 1995 co-founded the band that would later become known as "Slipknot". Over the years Joey spearheaded even more bands, worked as a producer and performed session work as both a drummer and guitarist. His uncompromised talents would later lead to multiple platinum records and a Grammy Award with "Slipknot" in 2005.

Joey's accomplishments as a musician are undeniable, but his family and friends remember him best for his giving heart and his sharp, satirical sense of humor. He loved to make people laugh, but got the biggest "kick" out of laughing at himself.

Joey fought several health issues for many years and truly sought God's help during his struggles. In the end, it was He who decided Joey had finally struggled long enough and peacefully brought him home.

Joey is survived by his parents, sisters, brother, Lukas Jordison, three nephews (Jonas, Jude, Levin) and a niece (Annella), a grandmother (Kay Williams) and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family and friends will celebrate Joey's precious life privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation in Joey's name be made to Music Minds Matter or Animal Rescue League of Iowa.

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