Joe L. Hairston

Tim and I always thought so much of Mr. Hairston. He was always so kind and sweet. When Tim's dad had to give up his driver's license we specifically asked for Joe Louis to come by and get it because we knew the situation would go much better if he were there and it did. I can still hear your voice and your laugh....until we meet again. Tim and Cathy Burton

On a lighter note, I would like to share something funny, as we used to call him Uncle Joe Louis used to catch me parked on the country back woods dirt roads and shine the light on me and say "Oh that's you, what you doing down here". He used to be on duty at Lenny's Restaurant and he would say "Is you old enough to get in?" and then he would say "Go on in" because I was with my twin cousins, his nephews. So Rest in Paradise maybe he will be guarding the gates of Heaven and let me sneak in. :)

I just heard of the passing of cousin Joe Louis. This just breaks my heart! He was such a joy. My prayers to his family! N. LaVerne Hodge DeSett

May loving prayers attend you...May tears bring sweet release...May God, who sees your sorrow, Guide you to a path of peace. He was always courteous with a gentle spirit. Willie and Marie Baldwin Hairston.

To the Hairston family, husband, father, grandfather, Joe was a good person and he will be so greatly missed, my prayers and thoughts are with you all in your time of sorrow Janice Dodson

Deacon Joe will be truly missed by me when ever we had death in the family he would always walk up to me and give me one of those great big bear hugs and whisper in my ear Louise are you behaving yourself and my reply would always be that's no fun and he would always get a great big laugh out of that Rest in peace my friend and may God hold the family close in his boosum and give them comfort and peace the way I know only he can love to the family Louise

"JoeJoe" was such a joy to be around. I worked with him at the Sheriff's Office several years ago and he made everyday more bearable, always encouraging and a true blessing. Rest in the arms of the Lord my friend.

It was always a joy and a pleasure when Mr. Joe came here for tires or auto service. He took time to speak with everyone and always left us smiling. We will see him Heaven. The guys at Riverside Tire Service

Thoughts and prayers to The Hairston family. Deborah Soyars

My prayers go out to the Hairston family. Lt. Hairston was a great man and taught me a lot during my time of working with him. Words cannot express the great loss his passing is to this community. He was a man of God and he is rejoicing now in the presence of his Savior. He will be great missed. Eric Winn

WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS LOVED ONE MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THE FAMILY.... THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS LOVE JOE M. GILES & FAMILY

During your time of sorrow, may you know you are in God's arms and our prayers. Mary Giles and family

During your time of sorrow, may you know you are in God's arms and our prayers. Mary Giles

I have very pleasant memories of Joe Louis Hairston as he was a mentor at church for many of us. I fondly remember that he would always have a word of encouragement and wanted to know how you were doing. I pray that God will give the family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Tim Grant Winston-Salem, NC

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our dear friend and a special brother to us, Dea. Joe Louis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sis. Barbara and the entire Hairston family. Take comfort in knowing that he has fought a good fight and has kept the faith to the end. The Easton family

Uncle Joe Lewis, your presence will be missed. With admiration, Love and respect we bid you farewell from this earthly home. You will forever remain in our thoughts and in our hearts. Until we meet again on that higher shore, David and Terry Hairston, Kentucky and Joshua and Hannah Hairston and Baby Luke Gordon Hairston, The Netherlands.

We were fond of Joe Lewis. He was a great neighbor, always friendly and kind. We will miss him. Prayers for his family. Ronnie and Judy Chaney

Dea. Joe Louis was a good, kind and sweet person. I remembered when my Mom passed and he brought the chairs down and later he and his grandson Brandon came back and fixed her sign in her yard( without us asking). We were really impressed by that and he would encourage us for taking care of her. I have known him and Barbara for years and I pray for will strengthen them during this difficult time. Love & Prayer, Lois Kirby

My condolences to the family! Mr Hairston, "Joe Lewis ", as he told me to call him so many years ago, was such a dear person. I was a young single mom when the Hairston's were my next door neighbors. Joe would stop in front of the house and blow the horn till I come to the door to let him know I was ok. I time I caught him mowing my yard. God bless that man! My prayers are with you Mrs Hairston and your family. I am so sorry for you loss.

I'm so sorry to hear about you leaving but I know you're home now . I send prayers up for the family. You will be missed. Anita M. Hairston Fredericksburg, VA

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of my friend Deacon Joe. Family you are in my prayers. May God continue to bless you all. Servant of the Lord; District Elder Richard Simon III

Deacon Hairston was a great comfort to David and I when we lost Apostle Joseph and Mother Janie Adams. He came to our home and he said anything you need, just ask. He left us with a hand full of money, he said take Maggie out to dinner. We said no, but he insisted because he said he loved us. This will always be in my heart. His love was real.

Deacon Hairston was a comfort to David and I when Apostle Adams and Mother Janie Adams died. I remember his bear hug and the kiss on my forehead. When we moved into our home, he said anything you need just ask. He gave David a hand full of money and said take Maggie out to supper. I Love y'all he said, and left us with a smile.

To the Hairston family and to Mother Hairston and Valerie, the Cooper family truly send our condolences to all of you. Deacon Hairston was a special person to me growing up in the Way of The Cross. I look back when we would come to Martinsville for conventions and we had to find a camp site for our camper and Deacon Hairston help my dad ( John B Cooper) find a great spot. When the convention was at the Gaylord and myself and my wife were selling Stacy Adam shoes and he would buy shoes from us. Every time he would see us after that, he would ask if we had the shoes. I also remember he has on a tie that I liked. I told him " Deac that's a bad tie set you have on". He looked at me and took it off and gave it to me. I was shocked because that had never happened to me. Since then I have done the same to others and I thank him for that. Its all about showing love. He will be missed and loved.

My prayers are with the family. Wendy Prillaman

Deacon Joe I have had the pleasure of knowing you all my life interacting with you at church. Such a loving and caring man who loved God. Your love will be missed......Sis. Vanessa Millner

Remembering all the Family Reunions that Uncle Joe put together. Always full of full and I am acknowledging all the hard work that he put into it. He will be missed.

Joe Louis was one of the best men I've ever met. Thank you to his family for sharing him with us. Prayers during this difficult and painful time.

Thoughts and prayers to the family

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Lewis he was of the kindness men. He always showed concern and encouragement to all who crossed his path. My prayers are with you all. He represented Jesus well. God bless you all. Mrs. Fibbie Hairston

Joe Louis made Henry County and Martinsville a better place! His devotion to the citizens is to be admired and his life celebrated! God Bless his family! It was always a pleasure whenever I would see him!

Mr. Joe Lewis Hairston was a kind and friendly man. He had my utmost respect as a law enforcement officer. He served the community well, and he will be missed. My sincere condolences are extended to Mrs. Hairston, Valerie and family. Always cherish fo d memories and time spent with Mr. Hairston. He was an awesome man of God. Fondly, Debbie Griggs-Vaughn

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know God is able to give you strength and He is able to give you comfort during this difficult time. Gladys King

To the family; So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God's continued blessings upon each of you. Ramona and the Hairston family

Family, you have our deepest sympathy. Love, Peter and Willie Mae Harris

condolences to the family during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Brenda Cabiness

I will forever miss my dear friend he was always nice to me he was a great man fly high Deacon Joe and rest in Jesus.We loved you but God loved you best.We will see you in the morning!!!'

LOVE AND PRSYERS FOR ALL THE FAMILY. JOE WAS A DEAR FRIEND TO MY FAMILY. ONE GREAT POLICE MAN TOO. YOU WILL BE MISSED JOE. FLY HIGH TILL WE MEET AGAIN. KENNY & DEBRA MEADOWS ROSIE BARKER

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