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Obituary For Dorothy C. Dallas

On Friday, June 21, 2024, Dorothy Dallas, 87, of Martinsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. She was born October 20, 1936, in Gretna, VA the daughter of the late Robert Callands and Sadie Miller Hailey.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, James “Pete” Dallas, and stepfather, Earley Hailey.

At an early age, Dorothy became a member of Mt. Airy Missionary Baptist Church, Gretna, VA. After relocating to Martinsville, Dorothy became a member of Moral Hill Missionary Baptist Church where she was a member of the Adult Choir. She retired from E.I. Dupont after many years of service.

Those left to cherish her memory includes: a devoted nephew and caregiver, James Hubbard (Dale) of Long Island, VA; devoted friends, Elma Lane and Wilma Motley both of Gretna, VA, Connie Jamerson, Phebie Gravely, Mary Ann Smith and Katie Napper all of Martinsville, VA, and Virgie Myers of Axton, VA; cousins, Mary Avery of Cheltenham, MD and Evelyn Pearson of Upper Marlboro, MD; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Patterson, Eulogist. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville, VA.

A public viewing will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.

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Condolences to the family. May you find peace to know your loved one is now at rest. .

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My sincere condolences are being extended to the family of Dorothy Dallas. She was a very nice lady. She didn't have much to say but, she would always give you that beautiful smile. We were members of Moral Hill Missionary Baptist Church for many years together ❤️ 🙏🏽 🙌🏽 She will be greatly missed 😢 🙏🏽 We will continue to lift the family up in prayer 🙏🏽 Norma Gravely and Lillie Wilson

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Sending my condolences to the family during this time of loss. Gladys King

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To the nephew James (Dale) Hubbard, other relatives, and friends of Mrs. Dorothy Dallas: Hold tight to cherished memories, lean on each other for support, and trust in God for the strength needed to endure. Psalm 34:18 assures us that "the LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." In Christ's Love, Tyrone and Debra C. Brown (District Heights, MD)

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She was a very special lady. I enjoyed her and Pete when they came to visit, lots of laughs.

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She was always the sweetest person! I've never seen her angry. I just remember all the laughs and talks i remember overhearing. She'll be missed, but she's in a better place with no suffering. She can hear the beautiful songs and see the beauty all around her.

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Our deepest sympathy to Dorothy's family. She was a very humble lady. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

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We are so sorry for your loss, and we are keeping you in our prayers.... Sincerely, Marshall and Mary Thomas

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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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