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Obituary For Renwick O. Hairston
Renwick “Ren” Oneal Hairston, 64, passed away on December 20, 2024, at his home in Axton, Virginia. He was born in Martinsville, VA on June 17, 1960, to Clarence “CJ” and Malissia Ann Hairston. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by three brothers, Jeffrey Hairston, Warren Hairston, and Joseph “Jay” Hairston.
Ren retired from Smurfit-Stone Container. He was also a scout leader for Troop #440 and a mentor to young children. Ren spent a lot of time outdoors, gardening, fishing and spending time with his family and friends. He was a talker, and in any conversation, he was the “sage on the stage”.
Survivors include his loving wife, Aprille, of the home, and three sons. Xavion and Steven, Jr. of the home and Steven, Sr, of Bassett, Virginia. He is also survived by one brother, Clarence Hairston and one sister, Areola Michelle Hairston of Axton, Virginia. Other survivors include six grandchildren, La’Nydia, Paris, Maliyah, Kamarri, Ashanti and Ky’Mani, several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A visitation service will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 2:30p.m. with the funeral services at 3:00 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA. Interment will be private.
A public viewing will be held on Thursday, December 26,2024, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Courteous, efficient and dependable services provided by Hairston Funeral Home.
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On behalf of ICF, we extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Kimberly Largin Wright and family
Family y'all have our deepest condolences during this sorrowful time. Ren was a wonderful and funny man that always spoke his mind he will be greatly missed by everyone that had the chance to know such a good person. Our continue 🙏 are with y'all during and after this sorrowful time ❤️ y'all
To Aprille, Stephen and family. Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. We will always remember Rennie for his big smile, laughter and work ethic when cutting trees. It was a pleasure knowing him. Joe and Barbara Jamison
RIP Buddy ill miss the chats while sitting on the front porch . Good times.
Ren, I don't know where to begin I have so many memories and stories to share about you. First off you were an Amazing and funny man and you always kept it real, also you were an Uncle to my kids and grandkids and they loved you as well. I know my husband Tony will miss you as a fishing partner, and we will definitely miss you at the Green Family functions. RIP my brother I love you. We will take care of your Best Friend she is in good hands RIP Renwick🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽your Sister Dee-Dee
Uncle Ren were do I start God allowed you to be apart of my life for 46 years. As a toddler through adulthood you were a strong reason why I'm the strong phenomenal woman that I am all the talks and great wisdom you gave me was needed impartation. I will forever miss and love you. Your niece Junna( June)🦋RIH until we meet again. Your Ziglar/ Amos family forever 🦋
Fly High my Friend. I will miss you.
Chad Amos
Ren and I worked together at Stone Container, later known as RockTenn. He never met a stranger. I have thought of him many times since then and wondered how he was doing. Rest high, friend know you will be missed.
So sorry for the loss of Ren.I just wish your grandson Ky'Mani would have gotten to spend time with you.He carries your first name as his middle name. My prayers are with you & the boys Miss April, now & the days to come. Jennifer & Ky'Mani
I have so many memories with Ren. I was asked how, I'm related to REN... No, we don't share a lick of blood, but Ren taught me LOVE makes you family. Ren came into my life at a time I NEEDED him. I was 14 years old and he stepped up protected me, taught me, guided me disciplined me. Ren was active and involved in raising me and Ren has been an amazing Papa to my children and they know Papa Ren treated them as such. We may not have been my blood but he loved us unconditionally no less. I always tell People he was my step dad...cause HE REALLY STEPPED UP, in the GREEN FAMILY..... haha after all these years he still gets coupons for RENWICK GREEN at My mommas house...iykyk he gotta coupon for everything 😂
See ya later Ren.... Love ya and the floodgates are opened for YOU! 😭🙏🏽🫶🏽
I will miss you Papa Ren. I loved when you would bring my brothers to see me and Nanny. I love you always Papa. Your granddaughter!
Ashanti Hairston
It has been a pleasure and honor having Ren as my brother-in-law. The memories of Ren will always be those of laughter and fun times. Ren loved life and his family. We take hold of the precious times spent with Ren and hold them in our hearts forever. We love you Brother Ren always and forever!
I am so sorry to hear about Renwick's passing. The world has lost a great guy. We had known each other and been friends since our Axton Elementary Days, through our year at Leatherwood, and into high school at Laurel Park. Unfortunately as we grew older and had families of our own, we were only able to catch up at the usual places, the Rock Store or the Foodlion. Please know your family is in our prayers. Ricky Bates
Steven, we are so sorry for the sudden loss of your dad. You definitely inherited part your dad's personality - his love of laughter. Ren lives on in you and your children. We love you. The Ziglar/Amos Family.
Steven, we are so sorry for the sudden loss of your dad. You definitely inherited part your dad's personality - his love of laughter. Ren lives on in you and your children. We love you. The Ziglar/Amos Family.
April, we are truly heartbroken over the death of our brother/uncle/friend. Ren was our brother/uncle not by blood but by love. His presence in our lives has been a consistent blessing for over 30 years. He will be missed at the family gatherings and reunions, but we pray that you and the children will continue to attend. Ren will live on in our hearts and his grandchildren forever. We love you all. The Ziglar/Amos Family.
April, we are truly heartbroken over the death of our brother/uncle/friend. Ren was our brother/uncle not by blood but by love. His presence in our lives has been a consistent blessing for over 30 years. He will be missed at the family gatherings and reunions, but we pray that you and the children will continue to attend. Ren will live on in our hearts and his grandchildren forever. We love you all. The Ziglar/Amos Family.
I was so sorry to hear of the pass6of Ren. I am praying for his family.
Ren was like a brother to me. I will miss him. Whenever he came around he would have a smile on his face, and always would lift you up if something was wrong. A positive attitude. RIP my dear brother. April and children praying 🙏 for you'll. We are just a phone call away if you'll need anything. We love all of you.
Ruby & Kamarri
RIP Papa Ren. I love you !!! I will miss you.
Love, Kamarri
To the Hairston family. Ten and I ware classmates and close friends as we grew up in Laurel Park high school. Ten was the one that got his license first so he alway to me and some other friends up on weekend to hang outfit . My condolences to the family. Valerie Little Kellam
I worked with Ren at Bassett Walker. He was always a good guy and a hard worker. Hadn't seen him in years but thought of him often. My condolences
Renwick and I went to high school together. He was always so kind and sweet. You will be missed. RIP Renwick. Hugs to your daughter, I'm so sorry for your loss.
The first time I met Ren I learned just how honest and good a person should be. RIP Ren.
Sending Prayers!!! With Deepest Sympathy Fannie Smith and family
Man, this is so hard for me. Just saw you Tuesday. But you have your wings 🪽. Rest easy ♥️ my friend. Love you. Condolences to April and the kids. May God bless you guys in this time of sorrow.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
