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Obituary For Leonia Mae Deering Hairston
On, Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 10:39 am our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Sister finished her earthly race and will now receive her heavenly reward.
Leonia Mae Deering Hairston was born in in Pittsylvania County, Virginia on February 6, 1933, to the late Rufus E. and Nettie Madeline Deering. She attended Pittsylvania County Schools, graduating from the former Southside High School. Leonia was employed by Sara Lee Knit products formerly Pannill Knitting Company. She was a loyal, dedicated lifelong member of Christ’s Temple United Holy Church where she attended faithfully until her decline in health.
Leonia was married to the late Oscar Hairston and who, together were blessed with two children.
Leonia was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years.
She leaves to mourn and cherish her memory two sons, Oscar Donnell Hairston of the home and Antonio Eugene “Gene” Hairston of Indianapolis, Indiana. Three Grandchildren: Vanessa Shantell Hairston Sherer (Luke) Chicago, Illinois, Kara Danielle Hairston of Indianapolis, Indiana and James Donnell Hairston of Jacksonville, FL. One brother Wallace E. Deering of Martinsville, VA and one sister Carlotta Deering of Axton. Two nieces: Tiffany Deering Perry (Kevin) and Tonya Deering Dixon (Courtney) One surviving aunt Pearl Adams of Pittsburg, PA; one great niece Kennedy Dixon; great nephew, Caleb Dixon; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:30 a.m. at the Christ Temple United Holy Church, Axton, VA with Elder Leonard Thompson, eulogist. Burial will follow at the Danville Memorial Gardens, Danville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Monday, April 3, 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 3005 Martin Drive, Martinsville, VA.
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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Corey Greenwood sent Ocean Devotion for Leonia Mae Deering Hairston - April 03, 2023
May God comfort your heart. May the prayers and condolences ease your spirit. May the Lord bless you and your family.
The Greenwood and Hightower Families
Sweet Moments was sent for Leonia Mae Deering Hairston - April 03, 2023
Happy Mother's Day, in Heaven, my friend! I will treasure you always!
We are sorry to hear of your Loss, May God's Peace Surround and Comfort you in your Season of Grief. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President
My dear PannillsCDC friend from way back, you were a treasure to my life. You were a mentor, a hardworking wife, mother, daughter and sister who loved your family, God, church and your friends! I know you left your earthen vessel, for yourHeavenly body, free of pain! I will remember you always!I'm glad our paths crossed so long ago. Barbara
Sincere sympathy to the entire Hairston family on the lost of Leonia . We will always remember her kind words ,gracious and welcoming smile . She is now spending her days in the heavenly gardens of our dear almighty Lord. Prayers and blessings always David and Wanda
My condolences to the family. I will never forget Leonia, she was a nice person to work with. I worked with her at pannills. Let Jesus comfort you now and the days to come. Prayers for you all. Betty H.
My sincerest condolences to the bereaved, immediate family. Rest in peace!✝️ Gary A Deering
Love and condolences are sent to the family of sister Leonia, Beverly Walker Martin,
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
