Jody Ray Mace, a beloved member of his family and of his community, passed away on October 30, 2026. Born on January 2,1972, in Marion North Carolina.
Jody had an outstanding love for the Lord, and praised Jesus passionately every chance he got. Every good thing he told Him thank you for, and every hard time, for him or for his loved ones, he prayed. Next to his love for Jesus was his love for his family, adopted and blood family alike. He was a pillar of his community and had a way of making people feel included and cared for in any situation.
He spent a lot of his time with his family, sharing his interests and hobbies, of which were many. He gained his love of racing and NASCAR from his father as a young man. He loved going to comic cons, and he shared his joy with all who were around. Anyone who has spent time with Jody knew his love of Star Wars and had hopes to eventually open a store to sell toys and collectibles. He was rarely seen without some type of 49er’s gear on, and enjoyed watching football and sports.
He was proceeded in death by his grandparents Luna Mace, Ray Mace, Heyward Kennington and Mary Kennington, his Father, Johnny Mack Mace and his cousins Harold Kennington and Lance Dockery.
He leaves behind a loving family who will miss him dearly. His wife, Katrina Mace, his mother, Cynthia Mace. His biological daughter Cheyanna Johnson. As well as his children he adopted along the way; Destiny Harris, David Pickard, Claudia Hughes, Brianna Teague (husband Paul). His beloved sister, Angela Mace. His Nephew Skyler Mace (wife Daisy), his nephew Dallas Mace. As well as his great neice Tristan Martinez and his great nephew Macklin Mace. He leaves behind his grandchildren, Payton Teague, Kaylynn & Trevor Pickard. He leaves them all with the memory of his unending love.
A Service to honor Jody’s life will be held at Mt View Mennonite Church November 7th at 11 am. Located at Hwy 10 5252 NC – 10 Hickory, NC 28602.
Jody Ray Mace will be profoundly missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and enthusiasm for life will continue to inspire those he left behind.
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