Jane Ledford Stroup, 88, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 15, 2026 after a period of declining health.
Born in Cleveland County, NC on November 24, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Hoyt Ledford and Annie May McNeily Ledford.
Jane was a member of Salem United Methodist Church and the United Women in Faith. She enjoyed attending Sunday school. Mrs. Stroup retired from Broughton Hospital after 35 years of service and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandbabies.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 31 years, Stephen Hillard Stroup; daughters, Kopper Hodges (Dan) and Susan Mayeux (Jude); grandchildren, Trey Crowe (Brandy), Josh Stroup (Jessica), Jordan Stroup, and Tyler Mayeux; great-grandchildren, Colt, Aureliah, Harrison, and Lincoln; and a sister, Juanita Mattlingly.
In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Ledford.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2026 in the fellowship hall of Salem United Methodist Church. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Monica Childers officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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We are truly sorry for the passing of Jane Ann. She was a wonderful cousin. She is in God's house. Mitchell & Jackie Ledford & family.
To Steve and family,I am so saddened to hear this.I covet you in you in my thoughts and prayers.I am Jane’s first cousin and grew up beside her.I cherish the memories spending the night and eating meals at their home. Jane had a strong faith and I have no doubt where she is now.Every time I talked to Jane she had nothing but praise for her family and how they cared for her.Her desire would be for her family to go on living but cherish memories of how she loved you.
Prayers for my Sweet Mrs. Jane and her family. Hugs and love. Rest peacefully and see you there.❤️ With sympathy and love, Marsha Fredell