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Obituary For George Dennis Hairston
George Dennis Hairston, 72, of Aaron Street, Martinsville, VA departed from this life on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Martinsville, VA on February 23, 1953, to the late George R. Hairston and Mildred Watkins Hairston Staples.
George was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School class of 1971. After completing high school, George enlisted in the United States Army where he served his country honorably as a lieutenant. After returning to civilian life, George retired from Nelson Automotives after many years of service.
George leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Shelba C. Hairston of Martinsville, VA; one daughter, Bryana K. Hairston of Martinsville, VA; one stepdaughter, Karica King of Greensboro, NC; one granddaughter, Aria Simmons of Martinsville, VA; two step-grandsons, Dante' Dones of Martinsville, VA and Kaysaun Mitchell of Roanoke, VA; one great-grandchild, Marley Mitchell of Roanoke, VA; one brother, Jewel V. Hairston of Callands, VA; four sisters, Arnita Hairston of Ridgeway, VA, Charmaine Thomas and Jacqeline Burton both of Martinsville, VA and Ella Mae Hairston of Greensboro, NC; one uncle, Richard Watkins (Delilah) of Atlanta, GA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at Refuge Temple Ministries, 205 Clearview Dr., Martinsville, VA, with Bishop Alan Preston, Eulogist. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville, VA.
A public viewing will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, Bryana Hairston, 911 Second St., Martinsville from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. daily. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.
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Our prayers and condolences to our community family. Rest well, George Dennis.
Condolences to Hairston Family sorry for your loss, praying that God will give peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sending Condolences and Sympathy to the Family. We Pray that Gods love will Surround, Strengthen and Comfort you in your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W Spencer, President
Bryana,
When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes forever treasured.
I will never forget your dad's tenacity in detailing my vehicles and telling me how often they needed cleaning and waxing, lol.
May you, Aria and the Hairston family find peace and comfort in the days and months ahead.
With our deepest sympathy,
Sharon W Dones and the Weatherford Family
Brianna my Deepest Sympathy and Prayers 🙏 to you and the Hairston Family 💕
I'm so sorry that you are gone my friend! George you have been in my life since I was a kid, and been my dad's friend. You came back in our lives when I had my daughter that you loved. You always came by on Holidays to see if I was cooking and take some food back, but that was ok. Gone and never forgotten my friend!!! We always tried to take care of you when you came by because we knew you was feeling bad but God got you now no more sickness or pain George!!! We loved you. Pep, Deborah and Ivana Broady!!!🌈
My sincere condolences are being extended to the family of George Hairston. I have known him for years. He always appeared to be a very nice man. He would keep you laughing 😃 He had a great sense of humor.Family,be encouraged. He is now in God's care.We will continue to keep you lifted up in prayer 🙏🏾 🙌🏽 The GRAVELY family. Jean, Katrina, Lillie, Loretta, Steve and Melvin.
My sincere condolences. George was a very nice man, always met you with a smile.
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May the Lord comfort those who remain by the power of The Holy Ghost. I also pray that Dennis' death will be a catalyst in that his loved ones will ask,realize, and obey the purpose that God has for them in this life.🙏🏽
Sending prayers to all of the family. George will truly be missed here at Aaron Mills Apartment. I will miss our morning/afternoon talks. He truly was a shining star to everyone he met.
So sorry for your Loss . Prayers for the family. Karen V. Penn and family.
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Jackie and the family I'm sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace🕊️
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To Charmaine and the entire family our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jackie and the Hairston Family--Sending my condolences during this time of bereavement. May God give you comfort, strength, and peace.
i am so sorry to hear this news of the passing of your Love one, George was a very laid-back guy but he Love talking to you about cleaning up your ride , He will be truly missed 💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Jackie and family my condolences and prayers for you
Sorry for your loss.
Sending prayers and condolences to you in your time of sorry. Barry & Sherry Broadnax
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Peace and comfort to the entire family. - Denise B. C/R GSO
I'm sorry for your loss and he was my friend
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