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Carolyn Pannell Blue

05/22/1953 - 08/23/2022

Obituary For Carolyn Pannell Blue

On Tuesday, August 23, 2022, Carolyn Pannell Blue 69, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born May 22, 1953, in Virginia, the daughter of Edmund Pannell, and Cora Finney Pannell who preceded her in death.

Carolyn, a beloved storyteller and historian, lived in Washington DC for over twenty years where she was employed by Eastman Kodak. She was a member of the Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She received a BA in history from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Carolyn leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Danny Blue of Washington, DC; two sisters, Mary P. Herford of Martinsville, VA, and Patricia P. Carter (Al) of Axton, VA; one niece, Kimberly Herford of Martinsville, VA; two nephews, Darren Carter (Latisha) of High Point, NC, and Tony Carter (Carla) of Kernersville, NC; and a host of other relatives, and friends.

Celebration of life and love for Carolyn will be at the TAD Space, 20 E. Church St., Martinsville, VA, 24112 on Friday, September 2, 2022, at 4 p.m.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required.


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donna sent Beautiful Spirit Basket for Carolyn Pannell Blue - August 31, 2022

My Dear Nita, you will be forever in our hearts. With our deepest sympathy, Donna and Stephanie Moran.

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Valarie Dickson sent Beautiful Dreams for Carolyn Pannell Blue - August 25, 2022

From Val Akridge - Dickson , GWC Class of 1971 May Heaven Smile upon you ! Love always!

Valarie Dickson sent Sweet Moments for Carolyn Pannell Blue - August 25, 2022

Love and prayers from The Akridge Family (James and Lillie)

Valarie Dickson sent Sweet Moments for Carolyn Pannell Blue - August 25, 2022

Love and prayers from The Akridge Family (James and Lillie)

Patricia,Our condolences and prayers goes out to you and your family on your loss. ❤️Betty Payne Johnson & Curtis

Thinking of you and wishing you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Harry and Emma Holland

I am very sorry for your loss. May God give you strength, comfort and peace today and the days ahead. Gladys King

Praying for your family. LOVE GERALDINE and Roy Kellam,Mable and Howard Martin

Sending our sincere condolences to the family of Carolyn. Childhood friends. Davilla and Aubretta

We want to convey our sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time and pray God's strength upon you all. Love, Joe/ Renee Moore

With our deepest sympathy, we are sending healing prayers. Nancy Manns & Family

We are Extending our Heartfelt Sympathy and Praying that God's peace will Strengthen, Comfort and Surround you in your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

Sending hugs,love and Condolences to the Families of Our Sister Carolyn Panell Blue...

My Heartfelt Condolences to Danny & Family. Janaf Draughn (Ms. Feeo)

Mary and the entire Pannell-Blue families, our deepest condolences. You will be in our prayers. Willie Mae and Peter Harris

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Our heartfelt condolences to yourfamily. Tyrone and Gaye Hairstob

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

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