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Raymond Early Martin

04/07/1942 - 10/04/2025

Obituary For Raymond Early Martin

Raymond E. Martin, 83, of Davenport Fl, passed away on October 4, 2025 at Advent Hospital in Davenport Florida.

Raymond was born on April 7, 1942 in Martinsville, Virginia to the late Reverend George W. Martin and Missie Morrison. He was a previous member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in Martinsville, Va.

Raymond graduated from Albert Harris High School and later joined the United States Army. After serving, he later became employed with American Furniture and later moved to DuPont. He worked at DuPont for 33 years where he later retired.

Those to cherish his memory include his wife Joan H. Martin, his daughter, Sarina M. Alexander, his grandsons, Noah and Nevin Alexander, his godchild, Nikia Witcher and family and friends.

Raymond was very compassionate about helping others. He loved to travel and see new places along with fishing, so he could catch the big one!

A family visitation will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025 @ 12:30pm with the funeral service following at 1 pm in the Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral home. Bishop James R. Perkins and Elder Marvin Slade will be the Eulogists. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 2256 Carver Road, Martinsville, Va.

A public visitation will be held Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Hairston Funeral Home from 1pm to 5pm. Live streaming of the funeral service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.

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


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My heart goes out to you and your family. Raymond was such a kind and gentle man. He was always willing to help. His kindness will never be forgotten. I will miss you my friend.

Kathy Bisland

So sorry to hear this news. Raymond was a true friend and will be sadly missed. I had many memories working together at Dupont with he and Joan. RIP my good friend.

Phillip Shockley

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father! My condolences to you and your family. He was a very kind hearted person...cherish the fond memories that you had together 🙏🏾 🪖 🎖❤️🤍💙

Tammy T. Moore

Raymond was a true neighbor abd friend. I helped him to keep his lawn equipment, pressure washer going. He helped me with chores abround my house.

Richard Rundle

Joan and the family of Raymond Martin you have our deepest sympathy. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

Willie Mae and Peter Harris

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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