Janet Hackney

1936 - 2017

Rocky Mount - Janet Wiggins Hackney, age 80, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Born in Wilson County, NC on May 25, 1936 she was the daughter of the late Roy and Nannie Wiggins. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ted Hackney and son Dennis Hackney.

Janet leaves behind to cherish her memory, son, James Hackney and wife Sharon; daughter, Doris Henley and husband Jim; sister Joyce Williams and husband Bill. She is also survived by four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Janet Hackney was a long time member of Parkwood Baptist Church and was a proud member of the choir. She also participated in many of the activities at the Church. She was a life time member of Red Man Pocahontas. She also had a love for playing bingo.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Hunter Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. The family appreciated such caring and compassion from all the staff members for the past three years, also a special thank you to Community Home Care & Hospice for the last six months of care.

The family will receive friends and relatives Tuesday March 7, 2017 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor John Scott officiating. Burial will follow at Red Oak Cemetery.

Flowers are welcomed or donations may be made to Parkwood Baptist Church, 1731 Hunter Hill Road, Rocky Mount NC 27804.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.