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Jane Smith Mackorell Hord, 87, of Morganton, NC, died Sunday, May 19, 2024. She was a great woman, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was born in Morganton on February 5, 1937 to the late L. E. and Willie Smith.
Jane was known for the twinkle in her eyes, dressing to the nines, and the ability to turn weeds into flowers. Her happy place was covered in dirt in her garden or on a shopping spree. She was a fabulous cook, never followed a recipe, and always burned the bread. The memories of friends and family gathering in the kitchen are what those who are left behind will remember the most. Everyone who remembers her is asked to celebrate Jane’s life in their own way. Raising a glass of their favorite drink in her memory would be quite appropriate.
Jane leaves behind a very fun, loving, dysfunctional family that she loved very much. They include her daughters, Sissy Mackorell (Brian) and Susan Ferree; grandchildren, Amanda Hinds (Jamiel), Jocelyn Hollifield (Jake), Emma O’Neill (Chris), and Hannah Ferree (Joshua Espinoza); and great-grandchildren, Penelope Jane Hinds, Jennie Blue O’Neill, Amelia Rose Hinds, and Eloise Marie Hollifield.
In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her first husband, John C. Mackorell, Jr.; second husband, W.A. Hord, Jr.; brother, Vernon Smith (Bouly); and sister, Ann Thompson (Ned).
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 26, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. John Hagmann officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I Jane was a wonderful person always full of life …
Sweet Jane was the real deal! Fun loving with always a beautiful smile that was contagious and set the mood with everyone around her. She will certainly be missed, but never forgotten. GOD bless her on her journey. Love to all of the family! Ben&LIBBA
Janie,Sissy, Susan and family, Becky, Danny and I are very saddened by your wonderful mom’s passing. She was a bright light, beautiful, nice lady. Our hearts go out to you all. Denise Reep
Sending so much love to Hannah + all the family❤️ Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers
We were so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Condolences from JD Whisnant and family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was the best! I had so much fun hanging out at the house on Riverside Dr in high school. Anytime I ran in to her in Morganton she always gave me a big hug and we shared a laugh. One of my favorite people! Much love to you all❤️
IWemet Jane at the Habitat Restore..She was a delight to know. We enjoyed her wit and her ability to make people feel good..We were honored to know her and her husband Dub.
Jane was the sweetest friend. I remember going to Charlotte with John and Jane to pick out decorative items for their home. We had the best time and they treated me like their daughter. My heart goes out to Sissy, Susan and the family. There will never be another Jane! 🙏🏻💛🙏🏻
There will never be another quite like Jane! A fine fun gal!
Jane was a fine lady. I feel like if you look “southern lady” up in the dictionary, you would see her picture. She was a great wife to Dub. Sorry to see her go but we know she’s in heaven with Dub and Jesus.