Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Robert L. Price

Our beloved Robert L. Price Sr. of Martinsville, VA and Brooklyn, NY departed this life on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

Robert was born on February 14, 1946, in Ridgeway, VA to the late James C. “Connie” Price and Sarah Hairston. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his first wife Sandra R. “Gina" Price and their daughter Tia Price, two granddaughters: Regina Price and Surrayah Goldson; and three brothers: Henry Schoefield, Tommie L., and Roy Hairston.

Robert converted to Islam in the 1970’s. His faith impacted how he developed friendships in all walks of life and the work he would do for the general public. Robert made his Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca) twice and stopped at no lengths to service our people. He was an F.O.I. Captain in the late 1980’s - early 1990’s at Muhammad’s Mosque #7 and later a Minister in the 1990’s at Muhammad’s Mosque #7C.

Robert obtained his dual license as a Master Barber and Cosmetologist in the early 1970s. For 45+ years he was a successful entrepreneur with a chain of True Dream Unisex salons, Respect for Life barbershops and beauty salons, Respect for Life Bookstore and Fish, Fish & Mo’ Fish Sports Lounge. Robert implemented an apprenticeship at his barbershops specifically for formerly incarcerated individuals to assist them with reintegrating into society. A man of many talents, Robert was a skilled carpenter and a Partner in a construction company. He was a pillar of the community in Flatbush, Clinton Hill, and Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn for 30+ years with the Merchants Association and annual Flatbush Avenue “Street Fair”.

Those left to cherish his memory include: three daughters: Melissa Price of Greensboro, NC, Azeenauddina Price Yominmou (Blanchard) & Samiyyah Price (Jacques) of Brooklyn, NY, along with seven sons: Robert “Rocky“ Price Jr. and Damon Brown Price of Bronx, NY, Courtney “Cho” Price (Tiffany) of Bassett, VA; Deron Sweazie of Kansas City, MO, DeSean Sweazie, Ishaq Price, Aamir Price (Tyeisha), and loving former wife of 36 amazing years, Renée Price of Brooklyn, NY; twenty-nine grandchildren, twenty five great-grandchildren, two sisters: Elder Annie "Beck" Schoefield of Yonkers, NY and Blanche “Kitty” Hairston of Martinsville, VA; two brothers: William C. Price (Jean) and James C. Schoolfeld (Jincy) of Martinsville, VA; two sisters-in-law, Cindy Hairston of Martinsville, VA, and Sylvia Hairston of SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was a father figure and brother to many!

Special thanks and appreciation to Alex Hairston for being there in times of need.

A visitation service will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville. A public viewing will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 935 Blankenship Rd., #14, Martinsville.

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Guest Book

May Allah be pleased with our dear brother Robert L Price, and grant ease to his family during this difficult time. He was truly a good friend and mentor to my husband and I. He will be missed by us dearly. Sleep in peace my friend. Bro. Anthony & Sister Leticia Muhammad

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May Our Creator bless our brother, Robert L. Price and his family. We pray that his journey is peaceful. May their hearts be healed. He was a kind and thoughtful brother. Much love and respect always. Peace and love 💕

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Robert Price will surely be missed as a mentor, a big brother, a friend, a great sadness for me, my condolences to his children and family. Darrell Mcilwain

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Robert Price will be missed as a mentor, a big brother, a friend.truly a great sadness for me. My heart goes out to his children, his family,and friends. Darrell Mcilwain

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May his legacy live long through His family and loved ones. Be comforted with His love.

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May Allah be pleased with the good of Brother Robert's life! May He continue to bless and give ease to his family and loved ones! Love, Khalilah & Aameer

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May Allah be pleased with my brother, Bro. Robert is a beautiful human being ( yes, I said "is") he is still here with us. You will be missed brother. Omarr El

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My deepest condolences to the family. I am so glad I had the pleasure to meet Robert L. Price, he had a naturally smooth & joyous nature to him. Hands down always the best dressed! He had such a huge impact towards my family and will be deeply missed. Sending love, strength and healing to the family. - Lexsy

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Sending so much love and light at a time of loss to a family in need. Robert was an amazing man, wonderful father and support, a leader, a friend and someone his people can count on. Your body will be missed but I know your presence & spirit will live on forever ❤️

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The Carolina family sends our deepest sympathy and prayers 🙌🏽 -Dwayne

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Our deepest sympathy to the family of Robert Price. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

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Prayers and condolences to the Price Family Sheila Hailey-Turner and Family

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My deepest condolences to Brother Robert's family. A true Soldier and a fine example. He was always high spirited and encouraging. May his family find the Peace of Allah during this trying time. APIDTA Brother Irvine X 7C

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Condolences to the family. I'm glad I had the pleasure of meeting you. You were a remarkable man. Michelle Draper

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Words cannot express the heartfelt sadness as we celebrate the life of an extraordinary man who touched the lives of many Robert Price you will truly be missed with my deepest sympathy Debbie Reed

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Our prayers, sympathies and condolences to the Family. Bro. Robert was an amazing man and friend. Always Sharp and teaching. He will be sorely missed. May Allah(God) be pleased with him - Bro. Eugene 2X

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Sending my condolences during this season of bereavement. May God give you strength, comfort and peace today and the days ahead. Gladys M. King

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The passing of Robert Price will leave a heart ache no one can heal but the love and memories I have of him, no one can steal...He will live forever in my heart S.I.H.P.

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This family has my deepest sympathy and prayers 🙌🏽 Rita Gamble

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May GOD COMFORT YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. OUR PRAYS WILL REMAIN WITH YOU.

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My sincere condolences thoughts and prayers for the Price and Schoefield families. The God of comfort strengthen you all in Jesus mighty name I pray. 🙏 🙏 🙏 Min Renea Sims Tabernacle of Prayer for all People Inc. Jamaica, New York 11432

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From Almighty G-d we come and to Him is our return and may He bless you with paradise 🙏🏿 Jihad Abdus-Salaam (Carver 66)

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To the family: Wishing you peace, comfort, and love at this time of sorrow. our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Robert always had a positive impact on families and friends in Ridgeway. Peace and Blessings. The Gamble Family

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Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

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My friend, my dear,dear friend. So grateful for our conversation last week. I will miss 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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