Jacqueline "Jackie" Frances Adams

Jackie Greene Adams (79), daughter of Robert Jack Greene and Faye Brown Greene, passed away on May 25, 2025 after a brave struggle with multiple health issues.

Jackie was proud of her mountain heritage and loved living in Boone. She graduated from Appalachian State Teachers College with a teaching degree, and she was a beloved assistant teacher at Hardin Park Elementary for 20 years. Jackie taught high school home economics before that. It was not uncommon for former students to run up and give her a big hug, regardless of their age. She was also a Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church of Boone, and she loved bringing her own grandchildren to services when they visited.

Jackie was active in the community. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Boone, a member of the Daniel Boone Chapter of DAR, a member of the Mountain Laurel Garden Club, and a charter member of the self-proclaimed exclusive women's club the “Roses”.

Jackie's smile could light up a room, and her sense of humor was quirky and fun-loving.  As her grandchildren's “Gigi,” she provided unconditional love. Her empathy and kindness radiated throughout the room. She was a caring and generous person as demonstrated through her decision to donate her body to Wake Forest Medical School for scientific learning.  

In recent weeks, Jackie received exceptional care from the staff and therapists at Wilkes Health and Rehab. The family is grateful to the nurses, physicians, and the entire care team of UNC Health Appalachian and Amorem for ensuring her last days were peaceful and free from pain.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Sam Adams, daughter Emily Adams (Josh Hinson), and grandchildren Callum and Elsie Hinson. She is also survived by her sisters: Judy Shepard, Gail Hauser (Alan Hauser), and Katie Allen; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Jan Wellborn.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to: Amorem, 902 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir, NC 28645, or Seby B. Jones Cancer Center c/o Appalachian Healthcare Foundation, 336 Deerfield Road, Boone, NC  28607 UNChealthAppalachian.org

A memorial service for Jackie will be held on Saturday, May 31st at First Baptist Church Boone at 2pm. The family will receive friends from 1-2pm in the church sanctuary.

Online condolences may be shared at the website www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com

Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Adams family.

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