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Obituary For Gladys L. Hairston

Gladys L. Gravely Hairston, 82, of Brass Shop Road, Ridgeway, VA, departed this life on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Mulberry Creek Nursing and Rehab. Gladys was born September 11, 1941, in Martinsville, VA, to the late Elijah Gravely and Nancy Hodge Gravely.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Hairston; and four brothers, Herman Gravely, Rufus Gravely, Leroy Gravely, and Stafford “Ed” Gravely.

Gladys was a faithful member of New Light Baptist Church in Martinsville, VA. She served as an Usher and Deaconess and was a member of the church choir. She was a graduate of G.W. Carver High School, class of 1960. She then went on to work at Panell Knitting until becoming disabled.

Those left behind to cherish her memory include: one son, Thomas E. (Rodericka) Hairston, Jr. of Salisbury, MD; one daughter, Teressa H. (Alan) Tyree of Ridgeway, VA; four sisters-in-law, Elizabeth S. Hairston of Martinsville, VA, Rubena H. Dillard of Charlotte, NC, Lula (Lawrence) Hairston Jones of Martinsville, VA and Eva Hairston of Creedmoor, NC; three grandchildren; one greatgrandchild; two step-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

A family visitation will be held Friday, December 1, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 noon which is to be held at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, Martinsville, VA. The burial will follow at Hailey Family Cemetery, Brass Shop Road, Ridgeway, VA. A public viewing will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The family will receive friends at 190 Brass Shop Road, Ridgeway, VA at all other times.

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Are prayers are with you and the family Andre and Carolyn Fontaine

- Andre Fontaine

Hairston Family - those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, Unheard, but Aunt Gladys will always be with you in your hearts. -In sympathy, Vicki & Hector

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Condolences and love to the family. Kevin Howell

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So sorry to hear about Cousin Gladys. Sending my sincere sympathy to you all. May God give you strength and comfort during this time. Your cousin Katina Martin

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The previous post is from Sheila Turner, Greg Barton and Quincy Turner.

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Prayers and condolences to my family in the loss of your dear Mom. Mrs. Gladys was so sweet and humble. Sending hugs and sincere sympathy to you all. May God comfort you all during this sad and difficult time.

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The Pastor. Officers and members of St. Luke UM Church, Hebron MD wish to extend a sincere heartfelt sympathy to the family of Sis. Gladys Hairston. We are praying much for you all during these hours of bereavement. God's blessings to you all.

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

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

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Prayers and Condolences to the Family🙏🏽🙏🏽

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My condolences to the family. Betty Gravely Burwell

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Teressa and Thomas so Saddened about The Transition 💔 of "You'll Queen". Remaining of Family have My Utmost Sympathy, Prayers and Love🌹(Richetta A. Hairston/Bassett Va)

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Deepest Condolences, Mike & Tina Finley

- Tina H Finley

Keeping you in our hearts and in our prayers. Love, Tina & Mike Finley

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Prayers to my family during this tough time. Love you all!!! Jazmin , Traevon, Jaryhus, Jalayah, and Neffertiti

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Thoughts and prayers to the family of Mrs. Gladys Charlene Hairston and Family

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Thoughts and prayers for the family of Mrs. Gladys

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

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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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