Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Darryl R. Johnson

On Thursday, July 6, 2023, Darryl Ramon “DJ” Johnson of Roanoke, VA, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life. He was born in Martinsville, VA on March 6, 1994, to Jackie Johnson, and Anthony “Chunk” Hairston.

DJ was preceded in death by his brother, Joshua Orlando Johnson and his grandfathers, Cornelius Johnson, John Henry Mattox, and James Louis Hairston.

DJ attended Henry County Public Schools and graduated from Bassett High School in 2013. He was employed by Queen Anne’s Revenge Tattoo Parlor. He was a talented young man. He started riding dirt bikes at the age of 4 years old where he won many races. His prizes ranged from ribbons to trophies that stood as tall as 6’ until he was 19 years old. He then started his tattooing career, where he became an extremely talented tattoo artist.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Emmeline Anneliese Collins of Martinsville, VA; his mother, Jackie Johnson of Roanoke, VA; his father, Anthony “Chunk” Hairston of Prince George, VA; his brothers, Cortez Davis of Roanoke, VA, Rosario Millner of Martinsville, VA, Mitchell and Nicholas Milton of Grand Rapids, MI; his sisters, Kendra Beng of Grand Rapids, MI, and Skyler Naves of Richmond, VA; his grandmothers, Virginia Mattox of Stuart, VA and Shirley Hairston of Martinsville, VA.

Uncles; Bobby (Bobbie) Johnson, Ray (Katina) Johnson, Dean Ingram, Eric (Sherri) Hairston and Chad (Beaux) Hairston; aunts, Peggy Penn, Yvette Johnson, Rhonda Hamlet, Katrina (Leon) Draper, Tiffeny Hairston, and Dee-Dee Hairston; his godmother, Pamela McLaughlin; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

DJ was truly loved by his family, and he truly loved them.

A visitation service will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023, at 11:00 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 with Minister Carlos Martin, Eulogist. The burial will be private. A public viewing will be held on Thursday, July 13, 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 grandmother, Shirley Hairston, 1767 Stoney Mtn. Rd., Martinsville, VA beginning Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

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Guest Book

Jackie and Family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort and the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever warm your hearts. I send you all my deepest condolences during this trying time. - China

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DJ I'm missing you like crazy. My heart is overflowing with tears and I keep saying to myself " I wish we could have had more time". I will remember that big smile and the big hugs you always gave me. I love you and I will always keep your memory alive.. Auntie loves you so much..

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My condolences and prayers for the family. I met DJ many years ago he had a kind soul and no matter what he was going through himself he always tried to warm the hearts of those he was around. He will truly be missed.

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Dj was such a sweet soul. He will definitely be missed. I'm praying for his family ❤️❤️

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Sorry for your loss Chunk, we love you all. Rest in peace DJ, hug mom. Love Kendra and Stephen Beng.

- Kendra Beng

We are Sorry for Your Loss, May God's Peace Surround and Comfort you in Your season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President

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💚 As I sit here and write this as the tears pour from my eyes, The only thought screaming so loud in my head is why, just WHY?! I remember a time where NOTHING could keep us apart. Now, to walk alone with just your memory in my heart ❤️ Life has a way of happening although it's sad, it's true. D.J what I want you to understand is I never stopped loving you. Throughout the good times and bad times we laughed, we cried. Two big ol' kids at heart, such a wild, wild ride. This void I feel will never go away. But my promise to you is to make you proud each and every day. I'm tired of crying, I say I'm OK, but God knows I'm lying. But I have to be strong and put on my brave face, just know that no one in this world could ever take your place. Although I won't get to see that sparkle in your eye, The sun, moon and stars shine that much brighter with you up there in the sky. So Darryl Ramon Johnson 💚 this is not where I say goodbye, Rest in Peace you beautiful soul, I'll catch you on the other side. I love you always and forever 💚💚💚 -Stephanie

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We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our hearts are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. J&D Residential Services & JC Homelife, Inc.

- John Netto

I'm sorry for the loss. I remember DJ at Lorries Little Lambs. Rip DJ

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With Deepest Sympathy to the Hairston Family. Love, Allena Carter Anderson (Friend of Tiffeny Hairston)

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DJ, I wish I recorded every conversation, video call and in between. I have our initials on my arm with our birthdays. We would just be like best friends watching movies in bed, joking and having such a good time in the moments. We have been doing this for years now. Going through our messages, pictures from then and til this year is just the most up/down emotions I've ever had. My kids absolutely adored you and I thank you for being so good to them. Ari is not understanding what's happened, definitely left a imprint of that little girl ❤️ but thank you for making a difference in our lives, loving us and extending my family to yours because I could not imagine my life with out you or them. I can't even imagine not ever speaking to you again, hearing Tez or your mama talking to me joking about you and I.. THIS STILL IS NOT REAL. I can't even cover our initials up when we decided to get divorced in the future. You are so loved and even more cherished. I give my whole heart to Mama Jackie, Cj/Tez and the rest of the family that is going through this tough time right now, I hope and pray for their strength to get through every thing coming their way right now . The world will never be the same without you in it. I won't say good bye but I'll see you later ❤️ Rest In Paradise

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My deepest sympathy Jackie, Tony and your family. I know there aren't any words that will help take your pain away, chairish the memories they will be with you forever, you're all in my prayers 🙏 Debbie Lane

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With deepest sympathy and my prayers for the Hairston and Johnson family.May the Lord give you comfort and peace during this most difficult time.😇🌹 Angela Seay-Clark

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I'm sorry for your loss. I know that this is very difficult for you and the Johnson,Hairston and Collins family are certainly in my thoughts and prayers.

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Our prayers and condolences are with the entire family. Our heart goes out to the Hairston/Johnson family. We know your hearts are heavy. We pray that God gives you added strength during this most difficult time. Prayerfully Submitted, Bishop John & Lady LaShawn Campbell Bethel Way Church of Christ

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So sorry for the loss of your son Tony. I never got to meet him but I heard a lot about him. Prayers for you and your family

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DI, I love you so much and my heart is broken, I will cherish all the great memories we had together, I'm going to miss that beautiful smile, the laugh, cries and definitely them big bear hugs you gave me, I'm truly going to miss all of that! but the memories will help me make it through and you will always be forever in my heart DJ! I love you, Rest in peace my love. Pamela D McLaughlin

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My deepest sympathy Jackie, Tony and your family my prayers are with 🙏

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I will lift up my eyes to the hills From whence come my help? my help come from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. To Jackie Johnson and Family words can't express or words can't bring back we just keep the memories within our hearts. Praying for you and your family joy comes in the morning.

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I miss you so much babyboy you've been the only thing on my mind. I just want you here with me and lilly laughing and you loving all over us. I know we were going to be an amazing family. I will always carry you with me in my heart please protect over me and lil from up above I love you so much and miss you more than you know...I will see you soon my love ❤️ Love always & forever Sam & lilly

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Mama miss you so much . Love you Jackie

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To Jackie, Tony, and the entire Hairston and Johnson's families. I'm so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you all now and in the days ahead. You all have my deepest condolences. Portia F. Witcher (Pixie)

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Our Prayers to you Tony and the rest of the family. RIH DJ.

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May God give you comfort Betty Gravely Burwell

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It's still so surreal! But I'm praying God grants us the comfort and strength to endure this pain! Your smile always won me over! I loved how touchy-feely you were... like me! You always greeted me with a big hug and kiss! I will cherish our times together forever! 29 years just wasn't enough for any of us! I promise to love you and carry you with me forever! Your Auntie Tiff💔😢🙏🏾

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I love you! Forever. Always have & always will. I know you're in good hands up there. Watch over me. Miss you so much! So much! -chkn

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RIH nephew. Praying for the entire families. You will be missed and will get that tattoo when we meet again. Love you kid. Eric, Sherri & Indya, Hampton, VA and Austin, TX.

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Sorry for your loss Tony, we are praying for the family. Love Nick and Deloris Milton

- Nicholas Milton

With deepest condolences. May our Lord wipe every tear, and comfort with every memory as we celebrate the life your son shared with you. We pray for comfort and the Grace of God to endure during the time of need. PGBC Safety & Security Ministry Rev. Kenneth Stith

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I MISS you Sooooooooo much already. I love you son ! Chunk

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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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- Edward O Martin