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Obituary For Gloria D. Carter
Gloria D. Carter “Ganny”, 81, of Crestwood Ct, Martinsville, VA departed from this life on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at Sovah Health Martinsville. She was born March 18, 1941, to the late Peter Kermit Draper and Elizabeth C. Draper.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Deborah Carter; one brother, Michael Draper; and two sisters, Susan Turner and Francine Scott.
Gloria graduated from Albert Harris School. She was later employed by Tultex until her retirement. She was a faithful member of Fayette Street Christian Church where she served as a Deacon, financial secretary, Elder, and DWF.
Those left behind to cherish her memory include: her husband, Melvin Carter, Sr.; two daughters, Cynthia Preston of Martinsville, VA and Kimberly (Larry) Hairston of Greensboro, NC; one son, Melvin (Angie) Carter, Jr.; one brother, Kermit A. Draper of Alabama; three grandsons, Byron (Trakita) Preston of Collinsville, VA, Brandon Carter of Martinsville, VA, and Kristopher Hairston of Greensboro, NC; two granddaughters, DeShanta Hairston of Martinsville, VA and Kendra Hairston of Charlotte, NC; five great grandchildren; and her caregiver, Brenda Hairston.
A visitation for Gloria will be held Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 12:30 p.m. with the funeral service following at 1 p.m. at Fayette Street Christian Church, Martinsville, VA with Pastor Calvin Curry, Presiding. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens. A public viewing will be held Tuesday, November 1, 2022, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The family will be receiving friends at the home, 101 Crestwood Ct, Martinsville, VA all other times. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required. The family asks that when visiting the home, you observe all CDC guidelines.
To view live streaming of the funeral service, go to Hairston Funeral Home live on Facebook.
Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.
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The Carter family may memories of Mrs Gloria and the love of family surround you and give you strength and the days ahead Carmen hairston and family
Sincere condolences to the family on the passing of my "Sis". RIP❤️🙏🏻💐
Dear Family, May PEACE be with you. Isadore, Imogene and Christina Draper
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful and amazing woman who always made me feel loved. RIP sweet lady you will be greatly missed. Praying for you all.
My deepest condolences to the Carter family. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Donna Dillard Brown
Melvin and Family. Sympathy, Love and Blessings on the transition of your Beloved, Gloria. Cherish the memories. Marguerite W. Wilson and Tim Witcher
Family,you have our deepest sympathy on the passing of Gloria. She was a very sweet lady. Peter and Willie Mae Harris
May God continue to comfort you all at this difficult time!! Praying for you all-Love Margaret(Brandon) and Vince Fountain
My deepest condolences to the Carter family. May God comfort your hearts.
Wanda Broady Thomas & Family
AHHS Alumni shares deep sorry and condolences for Gloria's passing. She is with so many of our loved one joining with God's Angels😇. We are in prayer for the Carter Family and share love and special memories
So so sorry for your loved one. We loved Mrs. Carter. Will be sadly missed. Love Karen Penn and Tickie. Pat Via
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