Barbara Jean Chisholm Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Barbara Jean Chisholm

Barbara Chisholm, 72, of Second St., Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Sunday, December 12, 2021. Born in Martinsville, VA on August 2, 1949, she was the daughter of Virginia Hairston Roberts, and the late Alvah Roberts.

In addition to her father, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Chisholm.

Barbara was a 1967 graduate of Albert Harris High School. She retired as a Domestic Worker for Mrs. Mary Lewis Johnston after many years of service.

Barbara leaves to cherish her memory one son, Walter Chisholm (Paula Tilley) of Waldorf, MD; one daughter, Neicy Chisholm of Martinsville, VA; her mother, Virginia Hairston Roberts of Martinsville, VA; two sisters, Priscilla Roberts and Delois Roberts both of Martinsville, VA; one brother, Billy Roberts of Martinsville, VA; three grandchildren, Wilsyn Chisholm of Waldorf, MD, Ne'Airra Chisholm and MaKayla Chisholm both of Martinsville, VA; devoted friend, Loretta Staples of Annapolis, MD; and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 17, 2021, at 12 noon at Carver Memorial Gardens with Pastor Lisa Little, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Thursday, December 16, 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. All other times the family will receive friends at the home of her mother, Virginia Roberts, 902 Banks Road, Martinsville, VA.

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In Loving of Barbara Jean Roberts Chisholm
Our condolences,Your Hairston,Strawn,Martin and Alexander Families

To my family(cousins)Niecy,Walt,Ginn, Pat,Lois,Billy,grandchildren,Wilsyn,Ne'Airra and MaKayla Chisholm.And neices and nephews of the Chisholm & Hairston family.Barb you were sweet, passionate,kind and would do anything she could to help others in need.You never met a stranger greeting everyone with that beautiful smile.I still can't believe you're gone Barb. My prayers are with my family during this terrible time of Barb & Aunt Mabel passing.Gin I know you're extremely hurting right now because of your daughter passing then Aunt Mabel, your cousin/best friend. Neicy & Walt there's nothing in this world like loosing your mother.Pat,Lois and Billy my prayers are with you of loosing your sister.And her grandchildren, neices,nephews, other family and friends. We love you all and our prayers and love are with you. Love your Cousins,Carla,Keiona,Teryn(Bear)Cheryl,Kiri and Boma

May God be with you all during these difficult times of healing with the loss of Barbara. She was a wonderful person and a good friend. God will comfort the Chisholm and Roberts Family during this journey.
Otis Jordan

Send you all my Love Neicy, I Pray that God bring you his comfort and peace on those hard days. You have my deepest sympathy

Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving Presence will bring Comfort to the Family. Roy and Lavenia Hairston

Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving Presence will bring Comfort to the Family. Roy and slave is Hairston

Praying with you, so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Psalms 46 says- God is your refuge and strength a very present help in the time of trouble. When darkness is all around look to the Son (JESUS CHRIST). Love you. William and Ella Stockton Jr.

To The Chisholm and Robert's family as a whole...My love and sincere condolences are extended to you all...Trusting and believing God to carry you all through,the many days ahead...Barb was a genuine person,one that I will never forget...Rest in peace Barb until we meet again on the other side..Love u all Mr.and Mrs. Sherman Roberts Sr and family

Sending Condolences and prayers..will miss talking to my sweet neighbor..Love, Mary Ann

Sending my condolences and prayers.. will miss talking to Barbara.. Love you ,Walter and Neicy.

Sharing in the transition of your beloved, Barbara Jean. Treasure and share her memories. Sympathy, Blessings and Love throughout this journey. Marguerite W. Wilson and Timothy.

TO THE FAMILY OF BARBARA CHISHOLM WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY. BARBARA WAS MY CLASSMATE AT ALBERT HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL AND SHE WAS ALWAYS SO SWEET AND FUN TO BE AROUND. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED HER. EMMA AND HARRY HOLLAND

So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your Niecy, Walter Miss Ginny and the family. Wanda and Larry Redd

Sorry for the loss of your mother! Praying for you and your family Niecy!!! Kenneth Moyer

To the family of Barbara Chisholm, Barbara was a very sweet person with a beautiful smile. She will be missed, Love Joseph and Gloria Gravely

The neighbors of Barbara Chisholm would like to extend our deepest sympathy and prayers to a beautiful lady. God bless your family.

To the family of Barbara Chisholm, we are so sorry to hear of her passing. Barbara was a very sweet person with a beautiful smile. We will miss just seeing her in our neighborhood. We love you all very much. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

To Mrs.Gin, Neicy, Walter, Pat ,Lois and Bill, and grandchildren, nieces and nephews my heartfelt prayers go out to all of you. We shared some good times together over the years, especially Christmas at Mrs. Gin's house. Barbara will certainly be missed. Hold on to the memories. Judy Venable

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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