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Obituary For Bonnie Loraine Craighead Tarpley
The road was getting too hard, so God called Bonnie Loraine Craighead Tarpley home on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. She was 61 years of age. Born on April 10, 1960, in Martinsville, VA, Bonnie was the daughter of Sarah Hairston Craighead and the late Marvin Clay Craighead, Sr. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, David Roy Craighead and Marvin Clay Craighead, Jr.
Bonnie attended Henry County Public Schools and graduated from Laurel Park High School in 1978. She had already begun working at Carter Bank and Trust and remained there for several years. During this time, Bonnie became a member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Sam W. Adams.
Later, she moved her family to Reidsville, North Carolina and worked at American Tobacco until the plant closed. Bonnie's next position was at Rockingham County EMS, until her health declined.
As for her interests, Bonnie took great pleasure in writing poetry and had one of her works published. She also became the family historian, and this was truly her passion. Countless hours were spent on family tree research which included reading birth and death records, obituaries, and U.S. Census Forms. When called, Bonnie was always eager to share her findings and explain how people are related.
Those left to cherish her memory include: her mother, Sarah Hairston Craighead of Martinsville, VA; two sons, Marcus Tarpley of Martinsville, VA and Reginald Hammock of Durham, NC; three sisters, Debbie (Vernon) Williams of Greensboro, NC, Maranda (Waylon) Rooks and Marvette (Jack) Tate both of Richmond, VA; one granddaughter, Ava Hammock of Reidsville, NC; one aunt, Aurelia Grant of Redondo Beach, CA and a host of cousins and great friends.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, with Reverend John Adams, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Hairston Funeral Home on Sunday, January 23, 2022, between the hours of 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. On Monday, January 24, 2022, viewing will be from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m.
To view live streaming of the funeral service, go to Hairston Funeral Home's Facebook page, then click on the service.
Hairston Funeral Home is serving the Craighead/Tarpley family.
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R I P Bonnie 🙏🌺🙏🌺🙏🌺🙏 Prayers and condolences to the Family 💙
Bonnie's knowledge of our family history, was Magical♥️
I'm missing you already cousin😔 Until we meet again, Rest Bonnie, take your place among our Ancestors. I love you, Forever🌹 Ofphero Gravely Williams
Bonnie's knowledge of our family history, was Magical♥️ I'm missing you already cousin😔 Until we meet again, Rest Bonnie, take your place among our Ancestors. I love you, Forever🌹
Bonnie L.Craighead Tarpley she was more than a friend.she was also family you call her she would answer.but GOD was in control in think of her all the time she will be missed but really not forgotten..Bonnie rest in peace no more pain and worries.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Craighead & Tarpley families. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. ~Jesse & Colleen (Carter) Hairston, Laurel Park HS, Class of 1974~
My condolences goes to the family. R.I.P my classmate. To the children you're in my prayers. Valerie L. Kellam
To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. My prayers are with you all. Joan Dillard
BONNIE WAS A GOOD FRIEND WE ALL GOING TO MISS HER,MY CONDOLENCES AND SPECIAL PAYERS TO THE FAMILY.GOD IS GOOD AMEN...
Sending condolences,prayers and hugs to the family during this difficult time. We are here if you need us. Johnny and Iris Philpott. We love you all!
Sorry for your loss sending prayers up for the family. Susan Little Scales
My deepest condolences to the family during your loss .
I had the privilege of meeting Bonnie when her sister (Debbie) and I was in college together. She had a personality that could make anyone smile. She was a very sweet and caring person. She will truly be missed. I will be praying for her family now and in the days ahead. Rest In Peace Bonnie and I will see you in the morning!
We are sorry to hear of 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.
I worked with Bonnie years ago at ATC. She was such a sweet person and I always enjoyed working with her. Prayers for her family at this time. Kelly Soyars
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
