Mrs. Marcie Gravely Hunt departed this life on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at her residence in Martinsville, Virginia, at the age of 53. Born on February 8, 1973, in Martinsville, Virginia, Marcie was the beloved daughter of Robert Nelson Taylor and Linda Faye Gravely. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness and vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.
Marcie was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, William and Laurel Gravely; her aunts, Brenda Manns, and Donna Mae Courts; her uncles, William Gravely and Thomas Manns; her brothers, Byron Taylor and Ricky Taylor; and her father-in-law John G. Hunt.
Marcie was united in marriage to Steven Joseph Hunt, who cherished her deeply. She leaves to treasure her memory her loving children, Erica Gravely, and Ahmad Smith both of Martinsville, Virginia; her beloved grandchildren, Lorenzo Smith, Omarion Smith both of Martinsville, Virginia and Kyrzen Azjaniq Smith of Charlotte, NC; one brother, Barry (Lisa) Lowe of Martinsville, Virginia; one sister, Robin (Martin) Reid of Greensboro, North Carolina; one brother-in-law, John Hunt, Jr. of Martinsville, Virginia; her mother-in-law, Charlotte Hunt of Martinsville, Virginia; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many dear friends.
Marcie attended of St. Paul High Street Baptist Church. She was a proud Martinsville High School graduate, class of 1991 and later completed a Medical Assistant certification program. Marcie worked as a Medical Assistant and was known for her caring heart, compassion for others, and willingness to help anyone in need. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, but her love, kindness, and beautiful legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends for generations to come.
A visitation service will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at Refuge Temple Ministries, 205 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, VA, with Interim Pastor Thomas Divens as the Eulogist and Bishop Alan Preston will be Presiding. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 869 Parkway Dr., Martinsville.
The family will receive friends at Hairston Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. At all other times the family will begin receiving friends at the home, 306 Hairston St., Martinsville, VA. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.
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I'll always remember your smile and your beautiful eyes forever. Your presence left a mark that won't be forgotten. Rest in Paradise Marcie💕💕
Sending prayers and condolences to Steve, Ahmad, Erica, and Marcie's family. She was beautiful inside and out. The times I visited her home, when it was time to leave she would say don't be a stranger you know we are family, even though not by blood but by friendship & love. You will definitely be missed. Rest in the presence of our Heavenly Father. Love you always Marcie.
I'm indeed saddened by the passing of this beautiful young lady ♥️ She is somebody ♥️ I hate the way that she was taken away. It's so sad 😞 My heart ❤️ goes out to her entire family and friends. She will be greatly missed 😢 by all who knew her. Family be encouraged. God loves you ❤️ Be abundantly blessed 🙌🏽 Norma J. Gravely
My deepest sympathies and condolences are for the family. Her sweetness is one of my fondest memorie. She will be missed. May Jehovah God bless you with the comfort and care that he provides to those who are grieving.
My deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones. Marcie was always such a sweet and beautiful person inside and out. Always smiling and one of my favorite classmates. You will be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss and I will keep the family in my prayers. God bless and keep you all during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Marcie🕊🤍🕊🤍
I'm Sending My Deepest Sympathy And Condolences And Prayers For Her Family And Loved Ones May She Rest Peacefully In Heaven
YOU WILL DEFINITELY BE MISS QUEEN YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE ALWAYS HAD A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT EACH TIME WE SEEN ONE ANOTHER FOR BRUNCH OR DINNER FROM DAY ONE YOU STAYED THE SAME ONLY THING THAT CHANGED WAS OUR AGE REST EASY MY QUEEN Jaquie'
You will truly be missed♥️ You were an angel and always will be, prayers for your family🙏🏾♥️
Sorry for the loss my condolences goes out to the entire family and friends 🙏🙏🙏
Our love and sympathy to the Gravely and Hunt family. Marcie was a very sweet young lady and she will be missed.
I went to Martinsville High School with her she was always friendly and up beat and a full smile she will be missed by her classmates my condolences to the family and friends the Class of 89
My Deepest Condolences and my heart felt sympathy for Gravely and Hunt families. Marcie is Truly one in a million. She always made you feel special each and every time you saw her. My heart goes out to you all. Love , Darron Meeks.
Prayers my friend and condolences to the family you will be missed love you
I knew Marcie growing up within the family. She was always so sweet and kind. She minded her business, but would always greet you with a smile and she never met a stranger. She would always come up and talk to me and Tootie when she would see us. I will miss you Marcie. There are not a lot of people left in the world like you! Rest in God's arms. He loves you the best! Tammy, Paul & Tootie.
My prayers go out to the Marcie's family. She was such a jewel. Her absent will be missed. I am praying for her mother Ms.Linda and father Mr. Robert ( who is like an uncle to me). May God comfort your hearts during this difficult time.
Sending my deepest sympathies to the family. Marcie was a sweet friend. Always smiling and one of few to call me by my whole name! Rest easy Marcie!
Sending Love and Prayers to Steve, her mom, children, siblings and the entire Hunt and Gravely Family-My heart goes out to you all-Fly High Marcie—Beautiful Angel 😇
My condolences and prayers for the family
Family, you are in my prayers, my heart and my thoughts. May God wrap His loving arms around you all. God will keep you during this difficult time. Cast ALL your cares on Him. Prayerfully submitted, Cheryl W.
Family, we are in prayer with you today and in the days to come. You have our condolences and heart felt sympathy. Elder Debra Penn - RIMOFVA
Prayers for the family and friends, RIP Queen
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