Leon "Stoney Burk" Hairston Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Leon "Stoney Burk" Hairston

Leon “Stoney Burk” Hairston, 84, of Clarke Rd., Martinsville, VA departed this life on Sunday, October 30, 2022 at Lewis-Gale Medical Center, Salem, VA. He was born in Martinsville, VA on February 1, 1938, the son of the late Lem and Virgie Hairston. He was married to the late Mattie B. Hairston and to this union eight children were born.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Barry E. Hairston; two brothers, Clyde L. Hairston and James A. Hairston; and two sisters Billie A. Mixon and Louise M. Waddell.

Leon was a member of the Greater New Bethel Apostolic Church. He attended Albert Harris High School and retired from Prillaman Chemical Corporation after 25 years of service. He was an avid sports fan, participating in several bowling leagues, as well as playing basketball into his early sixties. His favorite sports teams were the Washington Commanders and UNC Tarheels. Leon was well known in his community and loved to laugh and joke with his family and friends.

Leon leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Candis R. (Linnell) Hairston of Martinsville, VA and Tiffany Hairston of Charlotte, NC; five sons, Anthony L. (Dru) Hairston of Warrenton, VA, Michael O. (Ivy) Hairston of Triangle, VA, Lemuel M. (Renee) Hairston of Rocky Mount, VA, Jeffery W. (Tai) Hairston of Blythewood, SC, and Kenneth C. Hairston of Martinsville, VA; one sister, Lucy White of Manhattan, NY; three brothers, Henry T. Hairston of Philadelphia, PA, Esaw (Mary) Hairston of Martinsville, VA and John R. Hairston of Roswell, GA; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends.

A visitation for Leon will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. with the funeral service following at 3 p.m. at the Greater New Bethel Apostolic Church with Brother Renado Hairston, Eulogist. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held Friday, November 4, 2022, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hairston Funeral Home. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering and social distancing is required. The family will be receiving friends at the home, 812 Clarke Rd., Martinsville, VA.

Arrangements entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.

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Deepest condolences to "Stoney's" family and friends As co-workers at Prillaman Chemical we were two men with nicknames that enjoyed working and shared many of the same values( sense of humor, love of family and friendship. While working together the only difference we ever had was he was a Washington Commordor fan and I was a Dallas Cowboy fan.We joked most on Fridays, bragged on Mondays or discuss how the calls went for each other team. Please know "Stoney" will always be remembered in our household of a man with a kind heart. Sincere Sympathy Wayne "Doogie" and Debra Wade

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My sincere condolences to you all. Mr. Leon was one of my favorite neighborhood fathers. He was such a nice man. I am praying for you all and sending you my love during this very hard time and after.
Love,
Pamela Carter - former Banner Street resident

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YOU ARE DEARLY LOVED AND MISSED

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From the family of Buford and Ressie Hairston (Banner Street) we send our sincere condolences to each of you. Blessings and Love Vanessa Hairston-Williams

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So sorry to hear of his passing. Sending my prayers and condolences to you all. Maria Bowles Turner

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Prayers going up for your family in time of sorrow..

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I was saddened to hear of Leon's passing. My thoughts and prayers will continue for the family. I can't ever remember seeing him mad, he always had a smile on his face. To Scobey, Mike,Marty, Candis, Tiffany,Jeff Wayne and Kenneth, you all did a great job in taking care of your father. You will be blessed. Judy C. Venable

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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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Pamela A Foreman sent Golden Days Basket for Leon "Stoney Burk" Hairston - November 04, 2022

May God's peace be with you! With Sympathy, Pam Foreman (Amy Hairston's Mom)

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