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Obituary For Deacon Ervin Hairston

On Saturday, August 12, 2023, Deacon Ervin Hairston 94, of Park Ln., Martinsville, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. He was born in Virginia on April 13, 1929, the son of the late Burgess Hairston, and the late Ruby Waller Hairston.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Joyce Bondurant, and one granddaughter, Teneka Dodson.

Deacon Ervin Hairston was a faithful member of the Shiloh Way of the Cross Church International where he served in various capacities within the church. He served as a Deacon, the Brotherhood, the Male Chorus, and was a former Trustee. He retired after twenty-seven years of service with E.I. Dupont.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Indiana Strickland Hairston of the home; one daughter, Ervette Hylton (Jeffrey) of Martinsville, VA; two sons, Desmal “Dez” Hairston of Martinsville, VA, and Dennis Hairston of Alexandria, VA; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Harry Hairston of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Gertrude Cook of Washington, DC, and Mable Pritchett of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, church family, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 11:30 until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon at Shiloh Way of the Cross Church International, 938 Brookdale St., Martinsville with Presiding Bishop Early Dillard, Eulogist. The burial will follow at Roselawn Burial Park,103 Clearview Dr., Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Friday, August 18, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 321 Park Ln., Martinsville between the hours of 12 noon until 6 p.m. daily.

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Sincere condolences to the family of Deacon Ervin. I remember how kind he was to me when I lived in Martinsville. May he rest in sweet peace. I pray each of you find comfort in knowing you will be with him again one day. Love and memories last forever. Love, Opal Penn Smith

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Loving thoughts and prayers to the family of Deacon Ervin Hairston. He was kind and faithful. The separation is difficult. May peace be found with each beautiful memory.

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Dezzi and family, sincere condolences. YITB, Ernest Ellis

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My deepest sympathy and condolences to touch and your family. Mickey. Phi Nu Pi. ❤️❤️.

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Dez, sending our deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your loved one. -Laverne and Joyce Kenner

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to the family Hariston sorry to hear about Ervin Hariston. He was a great man I know because I'm known him for many years. He was a dedicated deacon, a good husband, and a good father to his kids and grandkids. He did not meet a stranger to his wife Anna love you all Chip

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Sending my condolences during this time of bereavement. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength and comfort today and the days ahead. Gladys King

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To a Hairston family. Sorry for your loss. May God keep you all in his care during this difficult time. VICKIE ADAMS & family

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To the Hairston familt.wishing you sincere condolences. May God keep you all in his everlasting care. Sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you all.Vickie Adams & family.

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Condolences to the family praying for you all. There is no greater pain we endure than when we lose a loved one. Prayers and thoughts are with you. May God keep you all in his ever lasting care. Vickie Adams and family.6GPMHN

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My condolences to the family sorry for your loss praying for the family. Susan Little Scales

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Praying for the Hairston family. This is a difficult time in which I hope you will find peace as the days go by . Remember God loves you dearly. Willie and Marie Hairston.

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My sincere condolences are being extended to the entire family of Deacon Ervin Hairston. Sending love and hugs to his precious wife, Sis.Anna and children, Desmal,Dennis and Ervett.You have been great neighbors throughout my entire life. Deacon Ervin will certainly be missed 😢 Remember God loves you and so do we. He's now Resting with Jesus. Sincerely, Jean Gravely, Katrina Gravely, Lillie (Andrew)Wilson,Susie, Melvin, Steve, Loretta and our extended families.

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Praying God give the Hairston family strength and comfort. Deacon Ervin will be missed. He now will be singing with the heavenly choir.

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Praying going up for the Hairston family. You have my condolences that God give you comfort and strength Deacon Ervin you will be missed especially you will sing with the heavenly choir.

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Sending my prayers and love to the Hairston family. Deacon Ervin was such a great singer and warrior of God. Praying for Sister Anna that God will grant strength during this difficult time along with Dennis, Desmond and Ervette.

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Dezzi,deepest condolences from LaVerne, Brandy and I. Mayfield the Creator continue guide you and your family during this time. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Love you,Ellsworth & LaVerne Mayfield

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Mr. Ervin was a great neighbor, always with a friendly smile. He will be missed! -The Kellam Family

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Sorry for you loss my dear friend Ervette🙏🏾

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My condolences on the lost of you father. Trust and believe that God will give you all the strength you will need❤️

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We're praying for you and we love you. Richard and Rethia Dent and family. Stay Strong.

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One of the best friends a song ever had . ——Alfred G. Adams, Austin TX (Son of Late Apostle Richard and Rebecca Adams)

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My condolences to you and your family. 🙏 God give you strength.He will be missed. Carolyn Martin Family

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I pray that God will comfort and give the family peace during this difficult time. The circle of life impacts all of us. Even though our faith sustains us, it is still difficult to endure the passing of someone you love. But God loved us first. We love the Hairston Family and will support, pray for and love them forever.

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