Douglas (Doug) Mcarthur Hairston Obituary in Madison at Perry-Spencer Madison

Obituary For Douglas (Doug) Mcarthur Hairston

Douglas Macarthur Hairston, 70, of Madison, NC passed January 15,2022. A public viewing will be held from 1:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Monday January 24, 2022 at Perry- Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, NC. Graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Sandy Ridge Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Sandy Ridge, NC.

Late Saturday evening January 15, 2022, Douglas McArthur Hairston was preparing for his final flight. He exited from Earth at UNC Hospital Chapel Hill in neurology ICU, while his wife stood by his bedside and watched as he slipped into eternity.

Douglas McArthur Hairston, better known as Doug, was born to the late Paul and Jean Hairston in Madison NC. He was the third of seven, to be born from that blessed union. He received his education from Madison Mayodan Senior High School, where he graduated in 1969. While attending Madison Mayodan he played sports such as football, ran track and he also drove a school bus.

Doug decided to continue his education and attended Barber Scotia College, and ECPI College. From there he was employed with Burlington Industries INC for many years, RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company for years, Macfield where he obtained his CDL License; and lastly, worked for Unifi as truck driver for 35 years which he loved. Doug’s CB handle was “Blue Jay.”

Doug enjoyed watching TV, his favorites were Westerns, Movies, Sports, Nascar, and Drag Racing. This was his down time on Saturdays-Sundays. Doug would always share his opinion on everything he watched.

Doug enjoyed farming and working on his truck and cars. He always talked about how he was going to retire at the end of this month (January 31, 2022).

Doug was a member of Beulah Baptist Church in Madison, NC where he served as a member of the trustee and usher board.

Doug was also a member of Madison Masonic Lodge #563 inn Madison, NC

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hairston, brothers, Bruce Hairston, and Perry Hairston.

He leaves to cherish his memories: His loving and devoted wife of 46 years, Patricia (Trick) Hairston, daughter, Cemoan Hairston of Winston Salem, NC, son, Craig Pratt of Eden, NC, grandson, Markel Hayes of Winston Salem, NC, grandson, Tarrence Pratt of Eden, NC, granddaughters Keandra Pratt and Mahogany Pratt of Eden, NC, great-granddaughter, Kaliah Millner of Eden, NC.

His memories will also be held dear by siblings Eddie (Althea) Hairston of Madison, NC, Vera (Milton) Martin of Walnut Cove, NC, Cheryl Hairston and Mary Ann Hairston of Madison, NC, Sister-in-laws, Priscilla Hairston of Greensboro, NC, and Lorraine Hairston of Walnut Cove, NC along with 18 nephews and 14 nieces.

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Doug was a truly great man and friend.

So sorry for your loss of this dear loved one. He picked up at our company and he was always a pleasure to see. Always polite and smiling. Prayers for all the family. Gina Clark

Patricia, my heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. May the love your family shared with Doug comfort you during this time of loss. May God continue to bless you all. Much love, Ellen Berry-Ellis

Dearest Patricia and family, Please know that you are being thought of with love and sympathy as you bid farewell to your beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. May you find comfort in pleasant memories of brighter days and may your faith in God provide you with the strength required to eventually continue living life to the fullest. Blessings and prayers, Phyllis (Broome) Cunningham, Aaron Cunningham and Rev. William Boykin, Sr..

May peace bring you comfort during this time of grief in your life. Thinking of you with love.
Betty Ruth Price Watson & Charlie Wayne Price

My sincere condolence goes out to the family of Doug. As Manager of several Whses. and the CDC of Unifi, it was always a pleasure working with Doug. He will surely be missed, but someday we will meet again.

Pat Cemoan and Markel. I know your hearts are broken right now but in the days ahead look to the Lord from whence all your help will come. Pat my sister and best of friends you know I'm hear for you and your family. To Maryann and the rest of the siblings may God see you through. Love Tammy Lowe. Madison N. C.

Pat and Semone, my deepest condolences go out to you June Collins (Baughn)Land

To the Family of Mr. Doug Hairston: On behalf of the Sandy Ridge Primitive Baptist Church (Sandy Ridge, NC) members, and the Pastor, Elder Joe Scales, we express our deepest condolences to you during this difficult time.

I met Doug years ago. Doug drove for Unifi and picked up loads from our location in Greensboro. He never met a stranger. He was always talking and smiling and always talked about LIFE and gave me words of wisdom and encouragement. I will miss Doug he reminded me a lot of my dad. Earths loss is Heavens gain. My prayers are with his wife and entire family during this time and always. Rest in Peace Doug.

Pat, Semone, Markel, Mary Ann and Family, So sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends. Doug spent many hours doing what he loved to do; driving for Unifi. Even Chapel Hill could not get that "white line fever" out of his system. He will definitely be missed by all his coworkers, friends, and customers. RIP Douglas, for you have traveled many miles in all sorts of weather. As a retired Unifi employee, I glad to call you a top notched trucker. Pat, if you need me you know how to get in touch. Sincere sympathy. Bonnie Light

I had the privilege to work with Doug at Unifi. He was a good soul. Always smiling and carrying on. Heaven just gained a good one. He will truly be missed. I will keep the family in my prayers. Andy Bear McCraw