Cora “Sue’’ Mackie, 81, of Grovespring, Missouri, died Wednesday, October 29, 2025, in Cabool, Missouri.
She was born November 26, 1943, in Lebanon, Missouri to Lester and Catherine (Massey) Long.
On August 11, 1972, she was united in marriage to Loren Mackie.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lester and Catherine Massey, and a brother, Paul Long.
Sue enjoyed caring for her house and family. She kept precise records and knew exactly where to find things. Her home was always “company ready’’ should someone stop by for a visit. Loved ones would receive the instruction to “be careful’’ when leaving on a trip whether it was down the road or across the country. Sue created beautiful embroidery and enjoyed playing the piano and doing crossword puzzles.
She was a member of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church.
Sue is survived by her husband of 53 years, Loren Mackie; son Michael Mackie and his wife Crystal of Mountain Grove, Missouri; daughter Carol Rose of Belle, Missouri; daughter Rhonda Hall of Meniffe, California, daughter Jeanitta Wood and husband Ed of Lebanon, Missouri; son Rod Mackie and wife Sheryl of Meniffe, California, and all of their extended families; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Long of Springfield, Missouri and her family; sister-in-law, Olive Mace and her family. She also leaves behind special school buddy and lifetime friend Pat Rhoads, and grandchildren, Chris and Jennifer Robinson, who would be across the road in a flash to assist Sue.
Funeral services for Cora “Sue’’ Mackie were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Shadel’s Colonial Chapel with Pastor Jerry Sousley officiating. Burial was in Mount Rose Memorial Park. Visitation wast 9:00 a.m. until service time, also at Shadel’s Colonial Chapel.
Memorials have been suggested to Mt. Pisgah Cemetery in Grovespring, Missouri. Donations can be left at or mailed to Shadel’s Colonial Chapel, P.O. Box 948 or 1001 N. Lynn, Lebanon, Missouri 65536.
Arrangements are under the direction of Shadel’s Colonial Chapel of Lebanon.
Sign guest book at www.shadelscolonialchapel.com.
