Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Hattie Ruth Silver Jones

On Sunday, November 5, 2023, Hattie Ruth Silver Jones, 96, of Martinsville, VA, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at the home of her daughter. She was born in Enfield, NC, the daughter of Lewis Henry Silver, Jr., and Lillie Mae Lynch Silver who preceded her in death.

In addition to her parents, Hattie was preceded in death by two sons, Louis B. Jones, and Clifton M. “Pinky” Jones, and her siblings, Matthew Silver, Essie Fontain, Lillie Waller, Dorothy Smith, and Bethenia Silver.

Hattie was the oldest member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Fieldale, Va. She retired from Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County as the Supervisor of Housekeeping.

Those left to cherish her memory include one son, Cornell V. Jones (Theresa) of Martinsville, VA; two daughters, Gail M. Jones, and Rona J. Moore (Joe) both of Martinsville, VA; daughter-in-law, Alberta Holland Jones of Martinsville, VA; nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two nieces, Michelle Silver Ferguson of Richmond, VA, and Mary Gravely of Auburn Hills, MI; six nephews, Jerry and Leon Fontaine both of Chatham, VA, Marshall Silver of Danville, VA, Sterling Silver of Bonaire, GA, Matthew Silver, Jr. of Martinsville, VA, and Jonathan Waller of Detroit, MI, and a host of other relatives, and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville, VA with Pastor Benjamin Redd, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 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 her daughter, Gail Jones, 752 Stultz Rd., Martinsville.

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My heartfelt and sincerest condolence for your family at this time. You have my deepest sympathy. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Jackie Dodson

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Praying for the family of Mrs. Hattie Ruth Silver Jones. May you find comfort in the Father's abundant grace. Billy and Sandra Hairston

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May you all find strength and perfect peace during your time of bereavement Sharon and Gale Clarke

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To my cousins. I love you all and offer my deepest condolences. Our family matriarch has earned her wings.

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Auntie Hattie Doot you slipped away from me. I'm glad we had our thing. You would call me and tell me what kind of fish you wanted (because Martinsville didn't have the "good" fish markets like Richmond). You introduced me to Black Bass. I would get the fish and throw the deep fryer in the car and head your way. We set up on the back patio because you didn't like fish smell in the house. You would bake redskin potatoes and make Cole slaw while I fried the fish. Then we would eat and talk and laugh. That was our special thing and I love you for initiating it. I will miss you so much. Enjoy your sisters and brothers. Fly high my beautiful angel.

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Doot helped me when I was a young mom and had an issue with my kids. Solution: Prune Cake that tastes like Gingerbread. Nailed it! No more problems. Lol.I still have the recipe. She taught me so much. She and her kids were wonderful neighbors and are beautiful people. My heart is heavy; however, God makes no mistakes. Gaye, Nae-Nae, Connell, you are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love ❤️ you the most. Rev. Carla Walton and family

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Doot helped me when I was a young mom and had an issue with my kids. Solution: Prune Cake that tastes like Gingerbread. Nailed it! No more problems. Lol.I still have the recipe. She taught me so much. She and her kids were wonderful neighbors and are beautiful people. My heart is heavy; however, God makes no mistakes. Gaye, Nae-Nae, Connell, you are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love ❤️ you the most. Rev. Carla Walton and family

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Nay, Gail, Cornell, Tonya,Grands,G/Grands, Remaining of Family 🌹 Saddened about"The Loss of Doot"😥She has always been... one of my favorites 😊 been knowing her 50+great yrs.since"Hospital Days"and living on Smith Rd.,which I used to come by often, bringing My Son and Nay and I having a good time.Was always welcomed 🤗 You'll have "Our Utmost Sympathy, Prayers and Love ♥️ The Hairstons: Richetta A."Richy Poo"/Bassett Va,Alexir"Lex",Streetribe Designs/Collinsville,Va

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With Deepest Sympathy.

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To Gail, Rona and the entire family, our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

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With Lots of Love, from Sister Yvette & Family all the way from the Bahamas! 🤍🤍🤍, you remain in our prayers.

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Sincerest Sympathies to you Gail, Tonya & Family, may the Lord wrap His arms of love and comfort around you and may you be strong in the Lord and in the power of his might.🙏

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God bless you all Tonya, Gail and Renée during the homegoing of your mother and grandma. She was such a blessing with laughter and friendly personality. Im so blessed to have known her. Hod bless, Fibbie

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Condolences and prayers, we share your sorrow and ask that God guide us through this time and beyond. Ralph Waller and Family.

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To Ms. Gail, Tonya, and family, my sincere felt sympathy to you for your loss. I pray God's peace and strength now and the days ahead. ~ Dr. Ophelia Griggs

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The Garrett family offer our deepest condolences for the loss of such a beautiful woman. May God's peace and love surround your family during this difficult time. Gene Garrett for the Garrett Family

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The Garrett family offer our deepest condolences for the loss of such a beautiful woman. May God's peace and love surround your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gene Garrett for the Garrett Family

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Rona, Gail and Cornell, We are Sorry to Hear of the Loss of Your Mother. We are Extending our Heartfelt Sympathy and Praying that God's Peace will Strengthen,Comfort and Surround you in Your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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Rona I am so sorry to hear of your families lost of your Mother. Wonderful woman. Sending prayers of comfort 🙏

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Rona I am so sorry to hear of your families lost of your Mother. Wonderful woman. Sending prayers of comfort 🙏

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Gail, Rona, Cornell and family so saddened to learn of your Mother's home going You have my deepest condolences and prayers. Judy C. Venable

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Cornell,Gail and Rona i am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Hatties passing. You all have our prayers and condolences. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

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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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