Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

Obituary For Dana Olden Baldwin II

Dana Olden Baldwin II, 71, of Greensboro, NC, departed this life on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at his residence. He was born October 29, 1947 in Virginia to the late James Hayes Baldwin, Jr. and Arthama Turner Baldwin. In addition to his parents, Dana was preceded in death by his brother, James H. Baldwin, II and nephew, Warren E. Cook.

Dana leaves to cherish his memory, his sister, Marie B. Hairston (Willie) of Martinsville, VA; three nephews, William E. Cook ( Carmen) of Beltsville, MD, Wilford E. Cook of Atlanta, GA and James H. Baldwin, IV (Linda) of California; one niece, Angela Baldwin of Greensboro, NC; good friends/coworkers, Veria Garland, Sandra Weeks , Carl Ferguson, and Postal Family PTDC Greensboro, N.C.; and other relatives and friends.

He was a employee of U.S.Postal Service as a processing clerk for 46 years. Dana was past President of Postmasters - Toastmasters of Greensboro, N.C. He served in the U.S. Marines Corp.as a Lance Coporal and was a Purple Heart Recipient and served in Vietnam. He was a graduate of Albert Harris High School, Class of 1966.

The funeral will be held Monday, August 12, 2019 at 12 noon at The C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA, with Rev. Dr. Thurman O. Echols, Jr. Eulogist. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m- Noon. Interment will follow in Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA.

Arrangements entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home, Martinsville, VA.

Guest Book

Dana, could always offer advice and give you a good laugh while doing so. He was a fellow co-worker of mine at the Post Office.. man 46 years! A true testament of his character and hard work. You will be definitely missed but most often remembered. Love you Mr. Baldwin.. Sincerely, Dee Fulton

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I am sorry to hear of Dana's passing. I worked with Dana at the Greensboro Postal Service he will be missed. My prayers go out to the family and I pray that God gives you strength during this time. Dinah Marshall

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DANA WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AS A FUN AND LOVING PERSON BY THE ALBERT HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL FAMILY. HE WAS PLEASANT TO BE AROUND AND GENUINELY CARED ABOUT HIS BROTHERS AND SISTERS. HE WILL REALLY BE MISSED. GOD BLESS YOU FAMILY. HARRY & EMMA HOLLAND

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My sincere condolences Dana was an excellent classmate and wonderful human being. A very intelligent brother! William E. Clark,Jr.class of 1966

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Dana was a very thoughtful and extremely intelligent brother who will be missed intensely. He was an orginal and a valued classmate! William E.Clark,Jr. class of 1966

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Dana was a coworker of mine and I'm glad I got the opportunity to have a nice chat with him not long ago. Dana was a good listener and cared about others. He would help those who needed help. I will miss seeing and talking to him at work. I am sending prayers for the family and asking God to bring comfort to the family. Rest in peace Dana. Lea Anna Elliott.

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My deepest condolences to the Baldwin Family Praying that you will always find comfort in the promises of God. ( St John 3:16-17, 11:25-26, 14:1-6) just a few

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I will miss your words of wisdom that you would give me from time to time when I would come to you for advice for a myriad of difficult situations I may be dealing with. You really would change my perspective in a positive way about any situation. Thanks for your knowledge, wisdom and may God rest your soul. Thanks Mr. Dana ~Roy

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I was Dana's classmate at Albert Harris (the class of 1966). I remember him as a very intelligent student. Over the years I have seen Dana at our Albert Harris Alumni Reunions. He was so lively and funny. I offer condolences to his friends and family. Rest in peace my friend. Aurelia Perkins

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My condolences to Dana's family. He was a very nice man who loved his post office family. Rest In Heavenly Peace Dana.

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My heart is heavy at the passing of Dana. He was a good man, you have my deepest condolences. Ms.A Dilane Pinnix, Greensboro, NC

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My deepest condolences to the family.

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Sorry to hear if passing of your brother. Praying for family. ROBERTA CARTER.Q

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Remember earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Sandra Wright Hairston and family

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Marie, May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Dana has always been a great friend to me and my family. He will truly be missed. Cathy & Brandon Harris

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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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