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Laverne Carter

10/08/1954 - 02/17/2025

Obituary For Laverne Carter

On Monday, February 17, 2025, Laverne Carter 70, of Martinsville transitioned peacefully at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. She was born in Martinsville, VA on October 8, 1954, to the late John W. Carter and Mary Katherine Morris Carter.

In addition to her parents, Laverne was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin B. Carter and William Carter.

Laverne retired from Bassett Walker after many years of service. She was a graduate of Martinsville High School, class of 1973.

Those left to cherish her memory include one son, Kevin A. Carter of the home; two sisters, Linda Faulkner and Deborah Carter both of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville. Other times, the family will receive friends at the residence, 1569 Stultz Rd., Martinsville. All other services will be private.

Courteous, efficient and dependable services provided by Hairston Funeral Home.


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Love, blessings and prayers to you my family during this time of loss...

Tamesha Pettie-Dowdin

We're so sorry to hear of the homegoing of Larveren our classmate. She was always so sweet and kind hearted. We send our condolences to her family. God bless her family, Dana & Fibbie Hairston

Fibbie & Dana Hairston

My Condolences to the family, Lavern was my co-worker @Bassett Walker. May God heal your broken hearts prayers for you all.. R. I. P 🙏

Deborah Hairston

Rest in peace my beautiful cousin. Prayers and condolences to Linda, Deborah and the entire family. Love Kaye Howard

Kaye V. Howard

I was shocked to learn of Laverne's passing. She was such a loving person. I have fond memories of times we spent together in our younger years. May she rest in eternal peace!

Carolyn Galloway Garnes

Condolences and prayers to the Carter family, so sorry to hear about her passing. I met Laverne while employed at Bassett Walker.

George Gilbert

Sending our Condolences to the Family and Praying that God's Peace will Surround and Comfort You in Your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President

Hazel Watkins Spencer & Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

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