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Obituary For Deacon Alberta Wilson
On Saturday, March 9, 2024, Deacon Alberta Wilson 101, of Armstead Ave., Martinsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at her residence. She was born September 25, 1922, in Martinsville, VA to the late John Tyler Wilson and Sarah Jane Wilson. In addition to her parents, Alberta was preceded in death by her siblings, Private Roger M. Wilson, and Virginia Wilson Hairston.
Alberta Wilson was a faithful member of Grace United Presbyterian Church where she served in a variety of capacities including, a Deacon, Treasurer of the Womenβs Association, the Newsletter Staff, the Library Staff, and was an active participant in all the church activities, especially those involving day camp and children.
Alberta attended elementary school at Grace presbyterian Church before there was public education for African Americans. She was the last surviving church member that had attended school at Grace. After she completed her studies at Grace, she later attended and graduated from Piedmont Christian Institute.
Alberta retired from Jobbers Pants Factory after many years of service. After retirement, she returned to work with the Green Thumb Program at Albert Harris Middle School, and Martinsville Middle School, which included a variety of duties.
Those left to cherish her memory include, a host of great cousins, church family, special friends, and neighbors.
A visitation service will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon, at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville with Elder Kelvin Perry, Eulogist. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. There will be no visitation at the home.
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My Beautiful cousin "Bert" your light has touched so many throughout the years blessings people beyond measure. I will miss hearing the smile in your voice when I called and your stories you would share. I love you more than words can say. Love, Michelle,Ross, and Michael (Dana Mitchell's family)
Our dear Cousin Alberta you will definitely be missed. I remember all of those girl trips the Mitchell and Wilson girls use to take to New York and the fun you all had. I dare not post those fun pictures of you all. (The pretend fashion shows). I remember how you would walk everywhere you could. I remember growing in Grace Presbyterian Church with you ushering. I pray that the Wilson and Mitchell girls are celebrating in Heaven. What more can I say other than I love you!
Love Sharon, Michael and Sharron
Sympathy, Love and Blessings to the family of MS. Alberta Wilson. She was a great friend of my late Aunt Rebecca Porter. Ms. Madelyne Guy and Aunt Rebecca will greet her with open arms and a lot of and laughter. Cheris the memories. Marguerite and Tim
Mrs Alberta was such a beautiful soul-her and my mother-Creola B Harris were friends for years -I will always remember the visits to her house and seeing her at Mt Zion and how nice and sweet she was to everyone she met!! She was truly a Beautiful Angel right here on earth-R.I.P. Mrs Alberta -Love Margaret B.Fountain and the entire Brandon-Harris Family ποΈ β€οΈππΎππΎ
She always was an angel, treated people right and was loved by all. She lived a long life and was respected by all. Rest in peace Ms. Alberta, Love, Robin Mitchell Scott, Bernice Mitchell, Teresa Hamlett, John Mitchell, Donte Brown and the entire Mitchell family. Love you!
Mrs.Alberta was an angel and she will be missed. Willie Mae Harris
Our sincere condolences to the familyof dear Alberta. What a beautiful life you have lived. Rest in Peace. The Hairston Family, Gwen & Bernard
Miss Alberta was such a kind-hearted soul. My heart holds countless cherished memories of Miss Alberta and her sister, Mrs. Jenny. Growing up right next door to Mrs. Jenny, I had the privilege of visiting her Mom, Mrs. Sarah, and Miss Alberta quite often. May she find eternal peace in the embrace of heaven.
Rest in peace!! My memories with you will last a lifetime. Each time I think of you, it will always be with a smile. You will be an awesome angel in heaven because you were an amazing angel here! Please tell Mama Maybe and Daddy Howard we miss them so. Love, Angie Tinsley
My condolences to the family
Miss Alberta was a dear friend of my mother's!! She was such a sweet lady, and I will always remember her beautiful smile.
Kathy Smith Sims, daughter of Ruby Smith
What a beautiful and faithful Woman of God! Miss Alberta was always so loving and kind to my family and me! We had a wonderful and special friendship for as long as I can remember as a child growing up in Martinsville with my Mom, Olive, her love for God, family, friends, and our church, Grace United Presbyterian! She will be truly missed! Rest in Peace, sweet Miss Alberta! πππ
May Alberta rest in comfort with the Lord. Madelyne Guy, Alberta's long time friend, will welcome Alberta through the gates of Heaven. What a long and wonderful life! Al and I will miss our cheerful phone conversations with her. Rest in eternal peace. Love, Algie and Miriam Guy
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