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Obituary For James Edward Hairston, Jr.
On Friday, February 11th, 2022, God in his infinite wisdom saw fit to take his humble servant, James Edward Hairston, Jr. He was born on April 4th, 1957, in Martinsville, Virginia to his late parents, James Edward Hairston, Sr. and Abbie Carter Hairston. James was blessed to be born into a loving family where he was one of four children.
James met the love of is life, Deborah Denise Swanson, while attending Martinsville High School. They were married on August 28th, 1988. Deborah was a faithful and loyal wife. She was Jamesโ administrator, best friend, caregiver, driver, and nurse. She stood right by his side until the very end. God truly gave James the perfect helpmate.
James was a graduate of Martinsville High School, class of 1975. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served honorably for 6 years. Prior to his illness, he was employed by Georgia Pacific, in Ridgeway, Virginia for 13 years. He was a long time Masonic member that formally served with Sons of Solomon and lastly served with GP Watkins Lodge 320 in Martinsville, Virginia. James was also a faithful member of Evangelical Holiness Church under the leadership of Elder Marvin Slade.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James Edward Carter. James leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Deborah of the home in Martinsville, Virginia. Three sons: Jamus Martin of Martinsville, Virginia, Keith (Stephanie) Hairston of Goodyear, Arizona, James Hairston III of Columbia, South Carolina; two daughters: Sheree (Ty-Kwuan) Walker of Danville, Virginia, LaโTosia (Devyn) Gill of Martinsville, Virginia. Six grandchildren: Trinity Martin of Beckley, West Virginia, Nakhi Martin of Fort Mill, South Carolina, Mya Martin of Huntington, West Virginia, Kyrah Hairston, Keith Hairston Jr. (both of Goodyear, Arizona), TyโRique Walker of Danville, Virginia; one brother, Larry Carter of Pottstown, Pittsylvania; one sister, Joan (Larry) Hodge of Martinsville, Virginia; three nephews: Antonio Jennings of Collinsville, Virginia, William Joyce of Roanoke, Virginia, Jeremy Hodge of Northern, Virginia; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A funeral service for James will be held Sunday, February 20th, 2022 at Refuge Temple Ministries, Martinsville, Virginia at 2 p.m. with Elder Marvin Slade, presiding. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, Virginia. A public viewing will be held Saturday, February 19th, 2022 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with CDC guidelines a face covering and social distancing will be required.
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Thoughts and prayers for The James Hairston family. His sister Joan is a fun loving person. Their mom use to do my moms hair back in the 70's.
Deborah & children, We are sharing our deepest sympathy and praying God gives you the strength you need and sustains as you move forward. Focus on the good memories and love James had for each of you. Rest in his peace!
With Love, Barry, Cassandra & Uriah.
My deepest condolences Deborah to you and your family and my prayer that God grant you strength and comfort you in the days to come.
Sincerely, Karen Hairston-Randolph
My deepest condolence to the family may God put his arms around you through this time
Our condolences to Joan, his sister, and the other members of the family of James Hairston. Neighbors across the street. Alvin and Carolyn Penn
Sharing in the transition of our cousin and dear friend, James. Sympathy, Love and Blessings throughout this journey. Cherish the memories and share with family and others. Memories are forever. Let nothing separate the Love you have for one another. Love you much. Marguerite and Tim
So sorry to hear the sad news. We will keep your family in prayer. I (Stan) will always remember the fun times we had working together at Georgia Pacific. We will cherish his memory Standley and Priscilla Hairston ๐๐
Praying that your family will find comfort today and in the days ahead. James was a fun co-worker at Georgia Pacific. We will cherish his memory
Praying for peace in the days to come for the Hairston family so very sorry for your loss. Ron & Gloria Rutherford
Sending our condolences to Deborah and her entire Family! ๐๐พ๐๐พChynita Carter Belcher
Praying for you Keith. I know what you're going thru. I just lost my mom last week. You and your family are in my prayers
Petola Hale MHS C/O 2003
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I am very sorry to hear about the passing of James my class mate my bless his familys children's๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐พ
Sorry to hear about your loss. May God continue to keep his arms around you and your family. Barry an Marilyn Hylton
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of family and friend,RIP James,love and prayers.from Cathy Carter
Sympathy, Blessings and Love to the family of our cousin, James Hairston. Cherish the memories and share them. Memories are forever. Stay together Family, heal and forgive. Marguerite and Tim
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of James. May God provide you with peace in the coming days and strength to get through this. Praying for all of you. Linda Demarcey and Tony Mullins
To the Family of Mr James Hairston. Our condolences to you in your time of grief and sorrow. Praying God send comfort like only He can and in his time mend your broken hearts. Mr Vincent Dillard and Family
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