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Sylvia Witcher Niblett

09/03/1953 - 07/29/2025

Obituary For Sylvia Witcher Niblett

On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, Sylvia Jean Witcher Niblett 71, of Halfway Rd., Martinsville peacefully transitioned from this earthly life at Raleigh Court Health & Rehab Center, Roanoke, VA. She was born in Virginia on September 3, 1953, the daughter of the late Thelmon Douglas Witcher and Amy Fuller Witcher.

In addition to her parents, Sylvia was preceded in death by one brother, Tony Witcher.

Sylvia was a George Washington Carver High School graduate class of 1971 and she attended St. Paul College. She retired from Walmart after twenty-two years of service.

Sylvia leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Freddie Niblett of the home; one brother, Donald Witcher (Octavia) of Martinsville, VA; and a host of other relatives, and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Carver Memorial Gardens, 969 Parkway Dr., Martinsville with Reverend Anthony Woody.

A public viewing will be held on Monday, August 4, 2025, at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will receive friends at the residence, 215 Halfway Rd., Martinsville. Live streaming of the graveside service will be available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.

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We are sorry for your loss. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Mark, Christie and Sally Ann at State Farm

My deepest Condolences to the Family, especially Mr. Freddie Niblett. May God be with you during this difficult time of loss. May He grant you His Peace, Comfort, Solace, and Strength during these days, in Jesus Name, Amen.

Rev. David L. Franklin

So sorry for your Loss Freddie. May God give u peace and comfort knowing that she is at Rest. Condolences to the family. Karen Penn. Kelsey Wade and family..

Karen penn

My sincere condolences to the family. I pray God's strength, peace, and comfort now and the days ahead.

Ophelia Griggs

So very sorry to hear of the passing of Sylvia Jean. It hit hard when I saw the obituary on Facebook. Sending prayers and sympathy to her family during this difficult time. Hoping that your memories of her will help you through. Even though I didn't see her often I knew she was there, she will be missed. Wanda Exum

Wanda Exum

Sending my Condolences to the Family.

Wayne Brooks

🙏🏽 for the family

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Jerldine Tarpley Millner

May God comfort you during this time.

Ralph Waller

R.I.P

ALbert Smith

Sending my condolences to family.

Mavis Griggs

My condolences during this difficult time.

Gladys King

My condolences to the family and friends 🙏🙏🙏

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My condolences and prayers for the family

Betty Gravely Burwell

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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