Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For James Hagwood

On Monday, June 5, 2023, James Hagwood 61, of Blue Knob Rd., Martinsville departed this life at his residence. He was born September 9, 1961, in Virginia to the late Thomas E. Hagwood, and Evelyn Robertson Hagwood.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by two sisters, Gloria Patterson, and Shameka Pace: and one brother, Thomas J. Robertson.

James was a faithful member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, where he sang with the Joyful Sounds, the Male Chorus, and the Mass Choir. He was one of the founding members of the Gospel 5 quartet group. He was a graduate of Franklin County High School.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Jereme Hagwood of Roanoke, VA, Kelsey Roher of Martinsville, VA, and Jerome Wade of Bassett, VA; two grandchildren, Jereme Hagwood, Jr, and Kae Hagwood both of Martinsville, VA; four sisters, Charlotte Pace of Bassett, VA, Martha Manns (Keith) of Henry, VA, Wanda Grey (Donnie), and Tonya Craighead (John) both of Martinsville, VA; one aunt, Mary Mattox of Hawaii; three uncles, Leonard Robinson (Anita) of Martinsville, VA, Billy Robertson (Donna), and Samuel Robinson (Deborah) both of Henry, VA; two special friends, William Martin of Rocky Mount, VA, and Joe Moore of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA with Pastor Benny Redd, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Friday, June 9, 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 of his sister, Charlotte Pace, 2633 Bassett Heights Ext., Bassett, VA between the hours of 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. daily.

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Our condolences and prayers to the family. May the Lord comfort you all now and always. Lovingly Yours in Christ, Louis & Deborah Taylor

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To the Haywood family, prayers, condelences, our deepest sympathy, n love to you all. Sorry for ur loss. Jackie, Corey, Manns & Gilbert Family

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Our Condolences and Prayers For The Family , From Bobby and Mary Stockton.

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To the family so very sorry for your loss.James was a very kind person and he will be missed by so many RIP my dear friend!

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My sincere condolences to the entire Hagwood Family. I've known James for many years. When we first met, he was very friendly. He told me all about how he loved to sing. I've heard him on several occasions and he did a great job. He loved the Lord and he loved to dress to impress ❤ He always looked nice, matching his attire from head to toe. James will certainly be missed 😢 by all who came in contact with him. Take your rest my friend until we meet again ❤ 💙

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So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, Tonya. Continued prayers for comfort and strength sent to you and your family - Laura T.

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Tonya, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Debra Young

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Thoughts and prayers are with the family. Faye Swanson and family

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May God give you all peace and comfort during this time Linda Wade & Family

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My sincere condolences to the family. I pray for everyone's strength at this sad time. May God bless and keep the family in the hollow of His hand. Love you all. Angela Patterson & Family

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So sorry for your loss. James was a very kind person and he will be missed.

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James were a great friend,who looked the lord and loved to sing.James and i traveled up and down the highway singing gods praises, i will truly miss you,but the Gospel 5 will go on. Until we meet again and sing in glory,rest my friend.Lawrence Koger

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James was a good man. He had such a kind and loving heart. He will be missed by so many of us

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Our condolences to the Hagwood family. Always will remember his kindness and his laughter. Cherish the memories that you all have. Our prayers 🙏 for you all. Betty & James Hairston

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I pray that the family will find comfort in knowing that James was a very nice man that loved God. You have our deepest sympathy. Willie Mae & Peter Harris

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I had the chance to meet James in September 2021. He was so kind, nice and humorous. He was a character and I will miss him dearly. He told me stories of growing up and becoming the man that he was today. He loved to sing and did it often but I will remember his " Love of Clothes " the most. He loved to dress up and thought he was " The Most Handsome Man " on earth when he did. I'm going to miss you buddy!!! Patricia James

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To the Hagwood Family: I went to school with James from first grade on. He was a GREAT guy! Always had a beautiful smile. I am sure he and his smile will be missed in Henry, Martinsville, and Henry County! May he rest in peace as he joins his family that has gone before him. Rebecca Holley Pierce Bumpass, VA originally from Henry, VA

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James was a fine man an 1 of a kind. He was loved by many. God seen it was time foe his beautiful soul to join him in heaven where we will certainly meet again. Prayers for days to come foe the family

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James was a good soul. Haed to find many like him. I remember in school he was the fastest runner in relay races, Until he meant me lol. It took all i had but i beat him by at least three or four hairs on my head... lol he laughed shook my hand said he would get me next race.. I never tried again cause i knew he would win... we will all miss him... gone to soon

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So very sorry for your loss. James was a very kind person who loved to make others smile and never met a stranger.

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Family you are in my thoughts and prayers! May God's peace be your sustaining strength today and in the days to come.

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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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