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Obituary For Dorothy M. Martin Redd
On Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Dorothy M. Martin Redd, 82, of Old Chatham Rd., Martinsville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at UNC Rockingham Healthcare, Eden, NC. Born in “Chestnut Knob” Ridgeway, VA April 12, 1941, the daughter of John Henry Martin, and Dorothy Penn Martin Cheatham who preceded her in death.
Dorothy was a lifelong member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a Missionary, Sunday School, the Senior Choir, United Choir, Church Clerk, and the Usher Board. Dorothy retired from Centel/Sprint Telephone Co. as an Administrative Specialist after 30 plus years of service. She was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School class of 1959.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Harrison Redd, Jr. of the home; one son, Derrick O. Redd of Martinsville, VA; two daughters, Radonna R. Witcher (Ricky) of Eden, NC, and Rolanda R. Stockton (Michael) of Martinsville, VA; five grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; four sisters, A. Beatrice Nappier of Ridgeway, VA, Mary Lou Martin of Clinton Township, MI, Peggy Jones (Curtis) of Philadelphia, PA, and Cassie Martin of Martinsville, VA; two brothers, Harrison Martin (Kizzie) of Harper Woods, MI, and Dennis Martin (Deidra) of Chantilly, VA; two sisters-in-law, Leadell R. Watkins of Axton, VA, and Dorothy R. Scales of Stoneville, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2700 Soapstone Rd., Ridgeway, VA with Dr. William C. Randolph, Eulogist. Burial will follow at the Redd Family Cemetery, Old Chatham Rd., Martinsville. A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 21, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The family will be receiving friends on Friday at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville. The family ask that you observe all COVID 19 guidelines.
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Beal sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Dorothy M. Martin Redd - April 22, 2023
May God give up peace. I will Mrs. Redd. The family is in my prayers. I will be unable to attend the homegoing service but i will attend the service on network.
Love Freddie Beal
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Our sincere condolences for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace, comfort and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Amanda Adams and Family
Dorthula Johnson sent Serene Retreat for Dorothy M. Martin Redd - April 19, 2023
Our beloved sisters in Christ Jesus,gone but never forgotten.
Nathan and Dorthula (Sue) Johnson
Joyce Shaw planted 5 trees in memory of Dorothy M. Martin Redd . - April 20, 2023
"With Utmost Condolences and Deepest Sympathy!" Bob Jamerson
"With Utmost Condolences and Deepest Sympathy! Bob Jamerson
"With Utmost Condolences and Deepest Sympathy!!! Bob Jamerson
We will always cherish the memories of you. Your beautiful smile lit up any room. Dorothy, You will be missed by All.9
George Washington Carver High School Class of '63
Condolences for your loss. Your all are in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks so much for sharing her with us and grooming the children of Mount Zion. Bernie Manns and Family
Prayers and condolences to the Redd Family during this time of bereavement. May God provide you with strength, peace and comfort.
Beverly Thomas
Worked with Dorothy many years at Centel Telephone. She was a jewel. Sweet kind wonderful beautiful classy lady of great faith. My sincere condolences to the family. Minnie Smart Underwood
Condolences to our neighborhood Redd family. Ms Dorothy was a beacon of light to all of us. - R Hodge
TO THE REDD FAMILY GOD LOOKED AROUND HIS GARDEN AND HE FOUND AN EMPTY PLACE. And then he looked down Upon the earth, And saw your tired face. He put his arms around you, And lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb. So he closed your weary eyelids, And whispered " peace be thine". It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn't go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. She will be miss. Sincerely yours Michael Anthony Hairston
Sending prayers and condolences to the family. Joe/Renee Moore
Sending love and condolences to all the family. Cousin Dorothy Marie was one of the kindest humans I've ever known. Rest now. 🙏🏽 Starra and Bill Hill
Sending condolences to the family during this time of bereavement. May God give you strength, peace and comfort. Gladys King
Our thoughts and prayers are with you family. May God continue to bless and keep you. "Blessed are those that mourn, for they will be comforted" Cousin Patricia Reynolds & Charlie Smith
She was a jewel. God bless the family.
Family, you have our deepest sympathy. Dorothy was one of the sweetest person that you could ever know. We hadn't seen her in a while but we loved her. Peter "Pap" and Willie Mae Harris 💕
I worked with Dorothy at Centel. Such a sweet person. And oh so pretty, full of grace. She loved her church and our Lord. My sympathy goes out to her family.
Condolences to the family 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Love, Michelle Draper
Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston
To The Redd & Martin Family, May God continue to comfort you and give you His peace on today and days to come, may you continue to keep looking to the hills which cometh your strength....praying for you and trusting God to keep you in His care knowing we are witnessing and celebrating a life well lived; my continuous prayers you have....Love you all, Pookie❣️❣️❣️
Prayers for the family. So sorry for your loss. Gone but never forgotten.
Remembering our precious time in high school and continuing in New York. Priceless!💔.
Dorthula (Sue) Johnson A
Praying for the family She was special. Willie, Marie, Winford. William Hsirston
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