On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Gladys Craig 97, of Smith Rd., Martinsville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at her residence. She was born in Vivian, WVA on June 17, 1926, the daughter of Charlie Carter and Sarah Elizabeth Carter Burnett who preceded her in death.
In addition to her parents, Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, William Craig, one grandson, Michael Webster, her sister, Annie Mae Carter, and her brother, Charlie Lee Carter.
Gladys was a faithful member of Integrity Life Ministries where she served as the church custodian until her health began to fail her. She retired from American Furniture Company after many years of dedicated service.
Gladys leaves to cherish her precious memory two daughters, Willie Craig, and Cathy Craig both of Martinsville, VA; one son, Roy Craig (Rita) of MD; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; two nieces; and a host of other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023, 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, VA with Elder Vincent Harris, Eulogist. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home of her daughter, Willie Craig, 12 Jackson St., Martinsville, VA beginning on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
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5 Trees were planted in memory of Gladys Marie Craig - November 10, 2023
Kathy and family you have our condolences 💐 and we will keep the family in our prayers. With Deepest Sympathies from Charles, Kim Smith-Stultz and family,
Sending Love and Prayers to the Craig family.
To the Craig family you have my deepest sympathy for the lost of your loved one.
Janet Harper
Roy & Rita My deepest condolences for the loss of your mother May she rest in Gods arms Shirley Brown
Roy,Rita &Family May God grant you peace as you lay your mother to rest Do sorry for your loss
Shirley Brown
Willie,Cathy and family,you have our deepest sympathy. I've known Mrs.Craig all my life and she was so precious. Enjoy the sweet memories. Love you guys. Willie Mae and Peter Harris
Roy, My condolences to you and family in the passing of your mother .
May you have comfort and peace knowing your mother is in Heaven with our Lord and Savior.
Roy, My condolences to you and your family in the passing of your mother!
May you have peace knowing your mother is with our Lord and Savior in heaven.K
Roy, My condolences to you and your family in the passing of your mother.
May she rest in peace in heaven with our Lord and Savior.
Shereen
Dear Roy and family, We extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. As believers we know that your mother is resting in the arms of our Savior. We lift you up in prayer and rejoice that heaven has gained a new saint. Gwen and Lawrence Darpoh
WE were so sorry to her of the passing of your mother your family are in our prayers Greg and Jean clark
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.