Reverend William Henry Hairston, Jr. Obituary in Martinsville at Hairston Funeral Home

Obituary For Reverend William Henry Hairston, Jr.

Reverend William Henry Hairston, Jr., 81 of Martinsville, VA, transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, October 12, 2020 at SOVAH Health, Martinsville. He was born in Martinsville, VA on October 3, 1939, the son of the late William H. Hairston, Sr. and the late Dora Hairston Hairston.

In addition to his parents, Reverend Hairston was preceded in death by five sisters, Elizabeth H. Moyer, Ruby J. Hairston, Ruth H. Chisholm, Ella Mae H. Hodge, and Betty H. Hunt; three brothers, James R. Hairston, Timothy A. Hairston, and Vincent K. Hairston.

At an early age, Reverend Hairston accepted the Lord as his personnel Savior and became a member of the Jerusalem Christian Church (DOC) under the leadership of his grandfather Reverend James C. Hairston. Later in life, Reverend Hairston became the Pastor of the Iron Belt Christian Church (DOC); and remained the Pastor until his untimely death. William Henry was a Funeral Service Attendant at Hairston Funeral Home for over forty years, and he retired from Fieldcrest Cannon Mills. He was a member of the G. P. Watkins Mason Lodge #320, Martinsville, VA.

Reverend Hairston leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Wonda Valentine Hairston of the home; two daughters, Linda Rivalte of Ridgeway, VA and Marcia Hairston of Martinsville, VA; two sons, Alonzo (Retta) Hairston of Ridgeway, VA and Elbert (Yolanda) Valentine of Killeen, TX; 10 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; two sisters, Alice H. (John) Hughes and Janet H. Jamison both of Martinsville, VA; four brothers, Frederick D. (Sheda) Hairston, Samuel L. (Arnette) Hairston, Russell L. (Denise) Hairston all of Martinsville, VA and Anthony J. (Cathy) Hairston of Patrick Co., VA; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, Nephews, his Iron Belt Christian Church family; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Reverend Hairston will be held on Monday, October 19, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Bishop Avery Preston, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering and social distancing is required. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 122 Eagle Lane, Martinsville, VA. Burial will follow at the Mt. Olive East Christian Church Cemetery.

We the management and staff of Hairston Funeral Home suffered a great loss in the passing of Reverend Hairston.

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We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.....Chevis and Brenda Martin

My sincere condolences to the family. William was a dear family friend. R. Holmes

Sympathy to Wonda and Family...Karen Spencer

Praying for the Hairston family. The ladies of H and H softball team would like to send condolences for the loss of this great man. Preacher was always at every game no matter where it was located til his health failed. He will be greatly missed.

He will be greatly missed.

Elder Louis B. Simmons would like to send His condolences to you and your family.
Sorry for your loss

Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Mr William Hairston would visit my family often. He will be missed. RIP

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Rev. Hairston, he was a very nice person. God bless you family. Love, Peter and Willie Mae Harris

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of my cousin; he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. May God's love give you comfort today and the days ahead. Gladys King

So sorry for your loss!!Prayers for the family Gwen Moore & Family

We are so sorry for your loss and Extending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer That God's loving presence will bring Comfort to you and your family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President

Sorry for your loss

We are so very sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in fond memories of Reverend William Henry. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers...Marshall and Mary Thomas

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

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