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Robert Capel

06/04/1937 - 10/07/2021

Obituary For Robert Capel

Robert Capel 84, of Yvonne Rd., Martinsville, VA, departed this life on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Montgomery County, NC on June 4, 1937, the son of the late David Jerome Capel and the late Willie Mae Bennett Capel.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Fisher Capel; one daughter, Victoria Capel; five brothers, and three sisters.

Robert was a member of Mayo Missionary Baptist Church where he was a member of the Royal 12, and a Sunday School teacher. He received his Bachelors of Arts degree from Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville, NC, and a Masters of Education from North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC. Robert was a member of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. He retired from the Martinsville Public School System as Vice -Principal after 36 years of service.

Robert leaves to cherish his memory, two sons, Gregory J. Capel, and Anthony W. Capel both of Martinsville, VA; two grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Golden Lee of Greensboro, NC; one brother, Samuel Capel of Columbia, MD; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA, with Pastor Dwight Mack, Eulogist. A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 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. All other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 124 Yvonne Rd., Martinsville, VA.

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Mr.Capel's was very sweet person I can remember when he invited my class to come to his house on John Spencer CT for a cookout we had so much fun that day and I always ran into him at walmart he will be deeply missed

Mr. Robert Capel was a good man help me out a lot in my younger years of life may he rest in peace 🙏

Uncle Bob was the essence of love and help to his family and community. We will surely miss him. Love and prayers to the Family..Sharon & Thurston Randall

Praying for you and the family during this time. Take your rest Mr. Capel!!! Wayne & Karen Brown

I'm sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you strength and comfort during your time if need. May God's bless you and keep you. Melissa David

Sorry for your loss Rip

We extend our sincere sympathy to the family. Know that we are praying with you and for you.

My condolences to the family for the loss of their beloved father and brother. My Uncle Bob was the life of the meeting and the life of the party. As a lifelong teacher, he illuminated the room when he entered it. Yet he had the most amazing smile and humble character. He always taught me to "dream big dreams and reach for the moon but even if I missed I would be among the stars!" He always told me a "candle loses nothing by lighting another candle. " I light up a candle for Uncle Bob and others the way my Uncle Bob lit it for me. Nephew ~ Glenn Capel

Sorry to hear of Mr. Capel's passing. My condolences to his family and friends.

Family, you have our deepest sympathy for a wonderful man with a beautiful smile and personality. Mr. Capel will truly be missed but never forgotten. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

Sorry for your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer that God's loving presence will bring Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President.

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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