Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Brenda Gravely Manns

Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Hebrews 13: 5

Brenda Gravely Manns, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 15, 2020 in SOVAH Memorial Hospital Martinsville VA. God knew it was time for His child to enter into eternal rest. We thank God she has fought a good fight and now she has finished the race God have given her.

Brenda, 71 years was born January 11, 1949 in Martinsville, VA to the late William H Gravely and Laura P Gravely. Her love of 48 years Thomas Manns preceded her in death in 2017. Brenda would say she was a walking miracle, who had a blessed life.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by three brothers, William Gravely, Richard Gravely, and Marshall Gravely.

Brenda was a member of High Street Baptist Church of Martinsville, VA. She worked at Sales Knitting, Standard Garment, and while at Dupont, she worked part time as a nurse’s aide. Worked at Southprint and managed her own day care for five years. She was a graduate of Albert Harris High School, class of 1967.

Brenda leaves Three children, Thomas G. Manns, Marcus D. Manns of Atlanta GA, and Martina N. Manns of the home. Two brothers, Ronald “Coo” Gravely of Martinsville, and Donald Courts of Beckley, WVa, and three sisters, Linda Gravely of Martinsville, Donna Courts of Charleston, WVa and Ruby “Susie” Brayboy of Danville, VA. She also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 21, 2020 at 1 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Pastor Matthew Brown, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing will be required. Other times, the family will receive friends at the home, 205 Massey St., Martinsville, VA.

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Guest Book

Brenda, affectionately known as Bren, was a wonderful classmate and her memories will forever remain in our hearts. To the family: May the Lord comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. Harry and Emma Holland

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Sending Our Love and Prayers We enjoyed Our time together on Our Usher Convention's, A Sweet Servant of God Our Condolences to the Family RIP Sweet Brenda. Bobby and Mary Stockton

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To the family of Bren, I am so sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful person inside and out, she always had that pretty smile. I pray that God will provide you all with strength, comfort and peace to get thru this storm and the days that lies ahead. Just look to the hills from which cometh your help ALL your help will come from God, to my niece Euniek and Marcus stay strong, Love yall Rita Gamble

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To the family of Brenda we send you prayer and condolences during this time. Brenda was a great friend of ours during the Dupont days, fun person to work with and from many great trips. We will miss seeing your big beautiful smile at the Usher Ministry. Love, Joe & Renee Moore

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To the family of Brenda we send you prayer and condolences during this time. Brenda was a great friend of ours during the Dupont days, fun person to work with and from many great trips. We will miss seeing your big beautiful smile at the Usher Ministry Conventions. May God touch and strengthen the family. ❤

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Thomas, My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. We will keep you in our prayers. Anthony and Denise ReFour

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Sorry to hear about the lost of your mother, grandmother and sister. I can still remember the times we had at Albert Harris. It was always a joy to be in your present. May God comfort you during your healing. Your classmate (67) Otis Jordan

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This dear lady's legacy are her children. We offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends. May God touch each family member with His peace. Michael & Jo Rackstraw

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Bren,along with her..Twin/Lin were..My closest friends when I started to work at DuPont.We went on bus trips,plant functions, cookouts at..Parents Home and so many more enjoyable times.(Martina,Gerard,Marcus,Lin,Cool)Remaining of Siblings, Grands,Nieces and Nephews..You'll have..My Utmost Condolences and Love! Love You..Bren and will certainly.. Miss You!(Richy,Son/Lex and Grands: Malik,Alexia Hairston)

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Family, you have our deepest sympathy and prayers. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

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Sharing in the transition of your beloved, "Brin". Cherish the beautiful memories. Sympathy, Love, Friendship and Prayers. Marguerite and Tim

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Sharing in the transition of your beloved, "Brin". Cherish the beautiful memories. Love, Sympathy and Prayers. Marguerite and Tim

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Sharing in the transition of "Brin". Sympathy, Love and Prayers. Cherish the wonderful memories. Marguerite and Tim

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So sorry for your loss..sending condolences and prayers to your family.. Love, Mary Ann Smith

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Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer, That God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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