Perry-Spencer Madison | NC

Obituary For Minister Clarence LeBreque Hairston

Minister Clarence LaBreque Hairston, 63, of Eden, NC, died June 20, 2021. Public viewing will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, Eden, NC. A Celebration of Life will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2021 at Cherrystone Missionary Baptist Association, 5551 Tom Fork Rd., Ringgold, VA. 24586. The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will follow at Danville Memorial Gardens, Danville, VA.

On Sunday, June 20, 2021, God in His infinite wisdom called our beloved, Minister Clarence LeBreque Hairston home at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Breque, as he was fondly known was born November 16, 1957 in Danville, Virginia, the second child of three to Pastor Clarence Hairston, Jr. and Mrs. Annie “Delois” Strader Hairston, who predeceased him. Breque was a 1976 graduate of George Washington High School and was known for his athletic ability in track. He was a self employed Behavioral Specialist. A member of the Bennett Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, he served as a licensed Minister of the Gospel and would often assist on the keyboard when visiting. His genuine love for music, afforded him the opportunity to be on Sunday’s Best, play for the Blind Boys and the Gospel Keynotes, as well as assisting with many groups and churches in the Virginia and North Carolina area. He currently served as Minister of Music at the First Baptist Church, South Boston, Virginia.

On, July 6, 2019, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Janet Thompson, she was the apple of his eye.

Breque loved his family, he visited his father every day, and never left without kissing him on the forehead saying, “love you Big Daddy.” His father was his role model and inspiration. Along with his love for life, he loved to dress.

Forever cherishing his memories are a loving and devoted wife, Janet Hairston; his father, Pastor Clarence Hairston, Jr.; one son, DiShaun Hairston (Ebony); two daughters, Tamra Hairston and Marlika Hairston; one stepdaughter, Britney Walton; a “partner in crime” sister, Minister Gina Williams (Charles); two brothers, Pastor Voight F. Hairston (Robin), Shammua Hairston (Naivasha); three sisters-in-law, Pearl Wilkerson (Howard), Patricia Blackwell (Marlin) and Minister Joann Joyce (Richard), two brothers-in-law, David Howard (Jane) and Danny Howard (Cynthia); three aunts, Dorothy Brantley (Jerome), Kay Eason (Ernest) and Leola Poulson (Ron); two uncles, Pastor Curtis J. Strader, Sr. (Jean) and Carl Wagstaff (Zeldeliea); eight grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and two fur babies, China and Boss.

Guest Book

Praying for the family my God bless and heal your heart ❤doing 🙏this sad time only for a night joy is coming 🙏

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The First Baptist Music Ministry will forever cherish and miss the love and gifted talents of Min. Lebreque Hairston. Many loved him as a musician, soloist, brother, son and friend. His melodious voice echoed through songs of faith and encouragement that reminded many that "God Is Our Everything!" We will forever be grateful for his dedication and service to the ministry. We extend God's peace, strength and prayers to the family and those whose lives he touched. Memories of Min. Lebreque will forever be a part of the FBC family.

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Our sincerest condolences to, and prayers for, the Hairston Family during the transition of LeBreque!! He shared his God-given gifts and talents with so many! Hubert and Judy Harrelson Mebane, North Carolina

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Our prayers and condolences to the entire Hariston family. Deacon Timothy and Dr. Beverly Willis.

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To the Hairston Family, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of LeBreque. He always greeted me with a big smile and hug. My grandma Hattie loved to hear him sing "Singing in the Heavenly Choir". He promised to sing that song at her funeral as she requested. He did just that and had the entire congregation on their feet. Rev. Hairston, Voight, and Gina, we all have memories of LeBreque. My favorite childhood memory is him playing the drums and Voight playing the piano for the Young Adult Choir at Bennett, yes that was back in the 80's. We are praying for you all. With love and heart felt sympathy, Danielle Jones and Family

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Please accept my deepest condolences to the Hairston Family. Struggles are ever-present, but so is our GOD. May HE keep you forever in HIS care. Valinda B. Sampson, High Street Baptist Church

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To Janet, Rev. Hairston, Gina, and Voight so sorry for your loss, Lebreque was such a sweetheart, He always greeted you with a smile and so much love, my prayers and thoughts are with you, love ya'll,Dru Hairston

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My Deepest Condolences during this difficult time. May God comfort and strengthen you all. Cynthia Motley

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To Pastor Hairston, Gina, Voight and the entire family. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you so much, and are here for you. Virginia and Cynthia Graves

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To The Hairston Family LeBreque was a jewel to us at Bennett he will never be forgotten he will always be in our heart let his memories live on through us with that beautiful smile that he share love Toloria

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Minister LeBreque was more than our minister of music while we ministered at First Baptist Church. He was our friend and became a part of our family. His light will be missed shining in our lives. Our deepest sympathies to his beautiful wife and family. Pastor Frank and Rev. Margaret Coleman

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He was a truly God Gifted vocalist & musician that I had the pleasure of working with in the studio. Heaven is going to be rocking' without a doubt. My condolences go out to his entire family. I feel blessed to have crossed paths with Breque!

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Condolences to the family from Deacon Terry & Pattie Nunnally. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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May God give you the strength and peace you need during this difficult time, Michael and Dollie Stephens

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My condolences and prayers goes out to the family. May God give you the strength that you need at this difficult time. RIP LeBreque.

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My deepest condolences. Praying for the family. Shirley Crosby Blairs, VA

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My thoughts and prayers to the entire Hairston Family. We love you

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May you rest from your labors in the loving arms of Jesus, Dr. and Mrs. Ernest Eason

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My prayers and condolences to the entire Hairston family. Rev. Clarence Hairston, Rev. Voight Hairston, Gina Hairston. May Peace and the Love of God Be With You.

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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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