John Putzell Hairston Jr.

John Putzell Hairston Jr.

John Hairston Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 3, 2009.
HAIRSTON, Mr. John Putzell Jr., 80, of Powhatan, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 28, 2009. He is survived by his five children: daughters, Valerie H. Duke (Lawrence), Rosemary H. Jasper (Cecil); sons, Larry Z. Hairston (Mary), Michael L. Hairston (Gail) and Kevin P. Hairston; grandchildren, LaChele A. Jasper, Michael L. Deshazo, Cecil E. Jasper Jr., Christopher L. Deshazo (Tasha), Anthony L. Hairston, Erin N. Hairston and Brandin T. Jasper; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Edward G. Hairston (Janette), Henry M. Hairston; sisters, Nannie H. Millner and Bessie L. Patterson (Herman); four sisters-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. His remains rest at Marian Gray Thomas Funeral Home of Cumberland, where the family will receive friends Wednesday, March 4, from 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 5, 1 p.m., at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Powhatan. Rev. George West officiating, with interment in the church cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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March 5, 2009

Mike and Gail, you have our deepest sympathies. Our prayers and best wishes are with you in your time of sadness. Let us know if we can do anything to help.
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March 4, 2009

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

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March 4, 2009

To CJ, Mrs. RoseMary and Family,

I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope the family memories of Mr. Hairston delivers all of you comfort during this difficult time. Mrs. Rosemary you spent a lot, actually all of your time, caring for your dad and I know he appreciated you and all you did. You led by example giving him all the comfort you could offer. Just know he is in a better place and no longer suffering. CJ, you talked about how you and your grandfather went fishing when you were so young and even recently joked about the radio station he listened to back in the day(smile). You know I am just a call away if you need me for anything.

Jessica Salvia

March 3, 2009

Tony and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking and praying for you all during this difficult time.

June Guillot

March 3, 2009

Larry, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your Father.

John, Bonita and Brandon Walker

March 3, 2009

Mike and Gail, We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Catherine Gaylor Ritter

March 3, 2009

Larry and Family,

My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Psalm 23: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

May peace be with you,
Catherine Gaylor Ritter

Youlanda Ford

March 3, 2009

Val, Lawrence and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Be Strong and know that God is with you always. Love You - Ed, Linda, Craig and Ashley

Shirley Goodman

March 3, 2009

It is now shown to us by the coming of our Savior, Christ Jesus. He destroyed death, and through the Good News he showed us the way to have life that cannot be destroyed.

2 Timothy 1:10.

I will continue to hold you and your family up in prayer.

Theresa Shepherd

March 3, 2009

From Jim, Terry, Stephanie and Jamie Shepherd. Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Thomas Higbee

March 3, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jackie, Zach & Katia Watson

March 3, 2009

Rosemary & Family, We were saddened to hear of the death of your Father. May God be with you and the your family during this time. Remember God Knows Best.

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