George-Hairston-Obituary

George Watt Hairston

Greenville, South Carolina

Aug 1, 1942 – Jul 13, 2025 (Age 82)

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BORN
August 1, 1942
DIED
July 13, 2025
AGE
82
LOCATION
Greenville, South Carolina

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George W. Hairston, 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and highly respected lawyer died peacefully at home in Greenville, South Carolina on July 13, 2025. George is survived by his wife of 56 years, Elaine Hayden Hairston; daughter, Amy (Jay) Crockett of Greenville, South Carolina;...

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Elaine, Karen and I were saddened to see that George had passed. We so enjoyed seeing you in Naples in season and we're sorry that our busy retirement and grandchildren time didn't give us more opportunities to get together. I so fondly remember the many talks George and I had about the Hospital, the Foundation, osteopathic medicine and the aspirations for Ohio University's College of Osteopathic Medicine. He seemed proud of what we were doing for the college and osteopathic medicine through...

Dear Elaine and family...Maretta and I were shocked to see this notice! We are so sorry for George´s passing. He was a great guy and always smiling...God Bless You and Your family...he will be missed by all who knew him. Take care...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. I remember Mr. Hairston well. I worked in the law firm where he was the managing partner. He always had a smile and word of encouragement for so many.

To the Hairston family, I'm so sorry for your incredible loss. Back in the 1990's, I worked for Ken Snyder, Managing Partner of the Cleveland Office of Baker & Hostetler, and I have fond memories of George's many visits to our office. While he was a tremendously successful lawyer and a real asset to the Firm, he was also a true gentleman with a warm smile that made you feel as if you were the only person in the room. My heart goes out to all of you.