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Obituary For James A. "Hoss" Hairston, Sr.

James A. Hairston was born out of the union of his parents Lem Hairston and Virgie Hairston who are both deceased. James was affectionately known as Hoss to all his family and friends.

He was the fifth child of a total of nine brothers and sisters. Clyde Hairston (North Carolina-deceased), Billie Ann Mixon (Philadelphia, PA-deceased), Henry T. Hairston (Philadelphia, PA), Louise Waddle (North Carolina-deceased), Leon Hairston (Martinsville, VA), Lucy White (New York City, NY), Esaw Hairston (Martinsville, VA), and John R. Hairston (Roswell, GA).

He was a student at Albert Harris High School in Martinsville, VA. Hoss migrated to New York city in the early 1950's and married Mary A. Hairston on December 22, 1962.

Their union produced a daughter Roberta Hairston, a son James Hairston, Jr. and a step-son, Edward Sanders; one grandson, Daryl K. Stevenson; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

He retired from Manhattan Saving Bank in the late 1990's. Hoss loved baseball and his beloved New York Yankees, and also, he was an avid bowler. He loved playing Bid whist. He loved and was loved by his family and was always in attendance at the annual James, Martin, Hairston Reunions wherever they were located across the United States. Hoss was know for his quick wit and gregarious laughter.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Elder Alan Preston, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Friday, June 4, 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.

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Comfort and peace are requested on your behalf through our Lord Jesus Christ. May you all rest in Him!

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It is my prayer that the family members and all who knew Hoss are comforted and granted great peace during this time and all of their days.

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I remember Hoss for his great sense of humor. It was always a joy to be in his presence at the family reunions. It is my prayer that his remaining family members and associates are comforted and given great peace that surpasses all human understanding in the name of Jesus!

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To the family of horshairston my heart goes out to you all you are my family I'm Pat Virginia's daughter how's it going to miss you and may God take care of your family and we love you miss that smile and that laughter may you rest in peace and see your family and tell him hello we love you my friend

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Hoss, thank you for the many visits and laughter. May you rest in peace. "Lil" Lealia B. Martin

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So sorry to hear about Hoss's passing. I remember the good times we had when he came back home to visit. RIP friend. Judy C. Venable

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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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My since condolence to the family of James Hoss Hairston family. He was loved by our family Minister Jessie B . Minister Curtis and Wilford Botney Hairston.Hoss May you Rest In Peace love you and family

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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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