Garthell Manns Stanley Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Garthell Manns Stanley

On Thurday, January 21, 2021, God in His Infinite wisdom saw fit to call from labor to reward Garthell Manns Stanley. She was born in Henry County, VA on August 16, 1939, the daughter of the late George Willie Manns and the late Gaynell Manns Manns.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Stanley; one son, Victor D. Stanley; two sisters, Eliza Blount and Lucille Martin; and five brothers, Andrew Manns, Jesse Manns, Jimmy Manns, Joe Lewis Manns, and Roger Dillard.

Garthell was a member of Waterway Apostolic Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, where she served as an Usher, and on the Choir. She worked for Dee's Drug Store, Bassett, VA for many years and retired from Bassett Superior Lines, after many years of service.

Garthell leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Cynthia Dodson of Martinsville, VA and Deedra Stanley of Greensboro, NC; two sons, Casey D. (Capricia) Stanley of Greensboro, NC, and Marvin D. Stanley of Bassett, VA; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Willie Hairston, Dorothy Hughes, Ida Via all of Bassett, VA and Ruth Bimbo of NY; three brothers, George Manns, Jr., William Manns both of Bassett, VA, and David Manns of Chatham, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 25, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, with Bishop Joel Johnson, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, January 24, 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 be receiving friends at the home, 2490 Sunset Dr., Bassett, VA. Burial will follow at the Stanley Family Cemetery, Bassett, VA.

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Garthell and I shared a lot of fun and good times. She was a great friend. My prayers are with you all.

Sending love and sincere condolences to the family...from the Akridge family!

So sorry to hear of your mother,s departure but happy to know ,that absent from the body is to be present with the Lord there where we all should be desiring to be.cynthia and family you have my condolence and prayers and love always. Lillie and Al Harris

Sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Garthell! We will be praying for the family. You all have our sincere condolences. The King Family 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

We are praying for the family. She was also such a kind and sweet person and we know she will be missed. Sorry we cannot make any of the services but our thoughts and prayers are there with you. Love you all!!! Jeff, Ervette, Adrian, and Dexter!!!

Lots of warm memories of Aunt Garthell. Our deepest condolences and sympathy. She loved the Lord and heaven has gained a beautiful angel. -Susan & Basil

My prayers are with you guys, may God's peace sustain and keep you today and in the coming days 🙏

Melissa Estes

Sorry for 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.

My heart goes out to the family. God in His wisdom and Grace has received her spirit, and now she will live without pain or worry forever and ever. Bobby & Trevor 🙏🏽

Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. We loved her as well. The "hill" will not be the same!
Artie, Wendy and Bailey

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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