Patricia E. Hairston Johnson Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Patricia E. Hairston Johnson

On Thursday, July 8, 2021, God in His Infinite Wisdom saw fit to call from labor to reward the soul of Patricia E. Hairston Johnson. Born in Henry County, VA on November 10, 1939, the daughter of the late Reverend James Caesar Hairston and the late Lubertha Tate Hairston.

In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Johnson; five sisters, Dora Lee Hairston, Lillie Belle Moyer, Josephine Hairston, Mamie Esther Hairston, and Lucy Jane Hodge; four brothers, James Willie Hairston, John Andrew Hairston, Franklin D. Hairston, and Henry Jack Hairston.

Patricia was a faithful member of Jerusalem Christian Church (DOC) where she was a member of the Christian Women's Fellowship. She was a 1958 graduate of George Washington Carver High School and a 2003 graduate from National Business College. For over 60 years, she was a talented seamstress in the community.

Patricia leaves to cherish her memory, three daughters, Dawn Johnson (Corey) Campbell of Richmond, VA, Shannon Johnson (Aaron) Bowen of Chicago, IL, and Ashley Johnson (Daniel) Brown of Chesapeake, VA; two brothers, Samuel (Mary) Hairston of Preston, VA, and Reverend Joe Lewis Hairston of Martinsville, VA; close nieces, Priscilla Hodge (John) Johnson of Charlottesville, VA, Ethel La'Verne Hodge of Martinsville, VA, Gladys King of Axton, VA, and Reba Childress of Richmond, VA; great-nieces, Amber Hairston of Martinsville, VA, and Priscilla Adair Hodge of Alexandria, VA; nephew, Douglas Wayne Hairston of Martinsville, VA; sisters-in-law, Henrietta Mack of Newark, NJ and Lillian Hairston of Philadelphia, PA; beloved best friends, Christine Jones, Herbert Hairston, and Zelma Barksdale all of Martinsville, VA; daughter-in-love, Sharrika Kent of Martinsville, VA; and a host of other beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, July, 12, 2021 at 11 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, with Reverend Robert Smith, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at Hairston Funeral Home 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, 227 Clearview Dr., Martinsville, VA. The family asks that you observe social distancing and have a face covering.

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

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My deepest sympathy to the family. I will pray for your strength as you mourn the loss of your loved one. Colleen Hairston Fells (Ft. Washington, MD)

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Her heavenly father has her now, therefore she is at peace. 🕊️🕊️🕊️ With Love, The Fields Family

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Shannon I'm holding you guys in my heart. Praying you strength and love.

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Sincere condolences to the family. You will be sadly missed by your niece Evelyn. Love you all.

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Physical distance and time did not prevent feeling the warmth of being included in your life. I love the strength and love that you shared. To Dawn, Shannon and Ashley: May this difficult transition be made easier through your wonderful forever memories. Much love, Diana Johnson

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My sincere condolences to the entire family on the loss of your precious loved one. May God continue to comfort and bless you all. Harvey M Kearney

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Aunt Tricia you will be missed I always told you, you reminded me of grandma. You and dad (June) talked often and when he was sick you would call to check on him. I'm sure y'all are catching up. Family please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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May God's peace and love strengthen your heart during this time. May her legacy of kindness,love,grace and mercy live through you all. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly for his comforting peace. -The Morrison Family

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To the daughters and the entire family of my classmate, Patricia Johnson, she was a beautiful person. My family extend our deepest sympathy and pray that God will comfort you during this season. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

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May you rest easy and God welcome you with loving arms. I pray for healing and comfort to the family. To our dearest friend Ashley may you and your siblings find peace. We love you!🕊

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To Aunt Patricia's family--I am so sorry for your loss. I know it's not easy to lose your mother but I know that God will wrap his loving arms around you and give you strength, comfort and peace. You are in my prayers. Gladys

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Auntie was such a loving and kind person you will truly be missed we hated to see you go but God needed you more now may his loving arms of comfort be around your family and bring them peace Love y'all Louise

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To my favorite auntie we will miss you sorry to see you go but our God had other plans and we'll asking that same God to give the family comfort and peace as you say goodbye love always your niece

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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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