Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Vincent E. "Che" Breedlove

On Tuesday, July 26, 2022, Vincent E. “Che” Breedlove 57, of Shady Lane, Martinsville, VA, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life. "Che" was born June 24, 1965, in Virginia, the son of Patricia Stockton Barksdale and the late Roy Breedlove.

In addition to his father, Vincent was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Richard and Jessie Breedlove; his maternal grandparents, Charlie and Mary Pettie Stockton; and his stepfather, Charlie Barksdale.

Vincent was a graduate of Martinsville High School, class of 1983. He attended Shiloh Way of The Cross Church of Christ and he was a United States Air Force Veteran.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his mother, Patricia Barksdale of the home; one sister, Colleen Breedlove of Philadelphia, PA; two brothers, Timothy Breedlove of Martinsville, VA and Christopher (Delia) Breedlove of Dallas, TX; one niece, Christina Breedlove of Dallas, TX; two aunts, Connie Deering of Martinsville, VA and Irma Dehart Hairston of Fieldale, VA; one great-aunt, Rebecca Neblitt of Martinsville, VA; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Monday, August 1, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Dr. Charles Whitfield, Presiding and Elder Alan Preston, Eulogist. Burial will be private. Viewing will be held on Sunday, July 31, 2022 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. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home of his mother Patricia Barksdale, 73 Shady Ln., Martinsville, VA. The family asks that when visiting the home that you would please observe all COVID 19 guidelines.

To view live streaming of the funeral service, go to Hairston Funeral Home live, then click on the service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.

Guest Book

Wow.....I'm just hearing (a month late) about Vincent's passing. Thank you for the laughs. I thought of you often and have always prayed for you. Thank you for the brief 5 months that we shared LOVE, dinner, laughter and sometimes held hands. Your spirituality spoke volumes. I just wish your health, strength and willpower was stronger and greater. Get some rest my friend. Make 'em laugh in heaven. I will truly miss you. Your special friend.....Lisa Powell (Greensboro, NC)

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Your Aunt Marion will never forget your great sense of humor. I will miss you.

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Family, you all have my deepest sympathy. Willie Mae Harris

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There's not a candle that can touch the LIGHT, that Chey brought into a room with his presence. He will truly be missed. Chey was a Joy to our Family! Booker Breedlove & Family! Rest Dear Chey!

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RIP

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Wow, this hit hard!! So many found memories of you my friend. You took me under your wings while I was a young student at Norfolk State and I will forever cherish those times when we interacted. You will be missed but rest well, you lived a great and meaningful life and I will forever hold you in the highest regard. Make them laugh and dance up there my Air Force brother!!! Barry Hairston will NEVER forget you!!!

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Chey, I just heard about your passing you will be missed always loved as a brother. Thank you for being a ear to listen and words for any solution to a problem. Thank you brother for being there for me when my Beautiful mother was lated to rest. I had just gave you a ride this week.Peace and Love Chey

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Chey was one fun dude to be around. We had lots of laughs way back in the day. I hadn't seen him in years but I will always remember that big smile. To Ms.Pat & family, keeping you all in my prayers! R.I.P. Chey

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RIP HOMIE 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 up for his family Fruit,Timmy,Collene and his mother. Gone but not forgotten. Rest easy homeboy Clifford "Roundman" Martin

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Sending heartfelt sympathy to the Breedlove Family during their time of bereavement. I grew up with Chris and Chey on Boden Street. I haven't seen them in decades, but remember them well. Great people. Continued prayers for the entire family. Angelica (Jelly Price) Saunders

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Rest in peace Chey, u were a great person to be around..

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Chey you will be missed sitting on cherry Street on Jeff's porch with the boys ...Rest in peace our friend from the Cherry Street dudes..

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💔 Rest In Peace Vince. We will never forget that signature laugh.

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Chey was a shining bright star. I pray for the family and friends who are hurting at this time. He was always an angel in my life. He always was smiling no matter what. I will miss him too. J

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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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