Mattie Belle Hairston Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Mattie Belle Hairston

Mattie B. Hairston, 80, of Clarke Rd., Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Forsythe Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC. She was born in Crew, Virginia on March 26, 1941, the daughter of the late Samuel Belcher and the late Mattie Brown Belcher.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Barry E. Hairston; one sister, Emma Hairston; and one brother, Barry Belcher.

Mattie was a member of the Greater New Bethel Apostolic Church where she served on the Mother's Board. She worked for Pulaski Furniture Company for 10 years, and retired from American of Martinsville after 16 years of service.

Mattie leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Leon Hairston of the home; two daughters, Candis R. (Linnell) Hairston of Martinsville, VA, and Tiffany L. Hairston of Charlotte, NC; five sons, Anthony L. (Dru) Hairston of Gainesville, VA, Michael O. (Ivy) Hairston of Triangle, VA, Lemuel M. Hairston of Rocky Mt., VA, Jeffery W. (Tai) Hairston of Blythewood, SC, and Kenneth C. Hairston of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Thelma R. Bowles of Greensboro, NC, and Mary F. (Esaw) Hairston of Martinsville, VA; three brothers, Eldridge L. Belcher, Kenneth W. Belcher, and Jeffery A. Belcher all of Martinsville, VA; thirteen grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held of Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Greater New Bethel Apostolic Church with Brother Renado Hairston, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 16, 2021 between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. 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. Burial will follow at Carver memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA.

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With sympathy to you and your family what more beautiful gift what brighter light could your love one have given the world then the caring that is so clearly written in the hearts of your whole family so sorry for your loss we love you and we will keep you in our prayers The Green Family

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I remember how Mattie Belle would light up the room at the family reunions that I attended. May the Hairston and Belcher family be comforted and granted perfect peace by The Holy Ghost during this time and always!

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I am saddened to hear of Mattie Belle's passing. I saw her years ago at Southside park and it did not seem like we hadn't seen each other in well over 40 years. May your warmest memories give you comfort. Melanie Carter-GSO, NC

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I am so sorry to hear of Mrs Mattie Hairston's passing. A wonderful person and neighbor who is always at her cheerful and kind heart to shared with her and her family. "May you Rest in Peace,ma'am " we thank GOD for the privilege to have known you and your entire family 👪 🙏 praying for comfort to you all 🙏 🙏 🙏

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My sincere condolences to The Hairston Family. Mrs. Mattie Belle was such a lovely woman with a beautiful and always welcoming smile. Candis, you all are in my prayers. I am sending you all love and prayers of comfort. I know your heart aches, but God has you.🙏
❤Pamela Carter Boston, MA

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Please know you guys are in our thoughts and prayers!
Barry, Cheryl, Grace, and Bear Priddy

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So sorry to hear of Mrs. Hairston's passing. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

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My condolences to the Hairston family. May God grant you peace beyond understanding as you mourn your loss. With prayers of comfort, Lutisha Brown (friend of Tiffany)

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Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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I am so sorry to hear of Mattie Belle's passing. A wonderful person ,her family and mine have been friends for over 50 years. She will be greatly missed. To Leon and all the children you took good care of her and you will be blessed.Praying for you all. Judy C. Venable

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