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Joe L. Hairston

07/04/1937 - 11/26/2024

Obituary For Joe L. Hairston

On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, Joe L. Hairston 87, of Fayette St., Martinsville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal rest at his residence. He was born on July 4, 1937, in Martinsville, VA to the late Moses Hairston, Sr. and Lucile Alcorn Hairston Durant.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by one brother, Moses โ€œPeteโ€ Hairston, Jr., and three sisters, Mary Ruth Durant, Louise Durant, and Lucinda Durant.

Joe was a faithful member of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church. He loved his church and was active in the Choir and served as an Usher.

Those left to cherish his memory include his caregiver, James T. Penn of Martinsville, VA, and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville.

Family and friends may come by the Hairston Funeral Home to sign the register between the hours of 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Courteous, efficient and dependable services provided by Hairston Funeral Home.


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Joe will be missed . He had such a sweet spirit and was a kind soul. Tyrone thank you for caring for Joe . Rest in peace Joe . The church is not the same not seeing you ushering at the door.

Sorry for your loss praying for his family

Prayers for Mr.Joe's,family especially Tyrone.Very nice person. My sincere condolences ๐Ÿ™. Betty H. Onc.Dept.

God our thanks for blessing Mr.Joe for all these years. Your Community friends.

God our thanks for blessing Mr.Joe for all these years. Your Community friends.

Our prayers and deepest sympathy to Mr. Hairston's family.We didn't know him personally but he was so nice. It breaks your heart the way he left this earth but God knows all about it. Rest in peace Mr.Joe. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

My condolences goes out to the entire family and friends

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

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