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Obituary For Dorothy L. Hairston
Dorothy Louise Hairston, age 89, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, departed this life on January 24, 2021 at her residence in Long Branch, NJ. Dorothy was born August 14, 1931 in Yale, VA to Herman and Mabel Spencer.
Dorothy worked as a Private Duty Nurse around the shore area for many years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and was once a worthy matron, assuming duties in the absence of the presiding officer. Dorothy was active in the VFW, Cobra One Motorcycle Club, American Legion and the “Red Hat Mamas.”
Dorothy met and married Albert Hairston Jr. on September 8, 1952. They were married for sixty-nine years. Anyone who knew Dorothy knew she had a zest for life. She loved to play the lotto. She was a world traveler, traveling to Hawaii, Germany, France and Guam, just to name a few. Dorothy loved to joke that she was “sixteen” all her life. Dorothy especially loved and adored her son, Albert. She spoiled him in every way possible.
Dorothy now is in glory with her loved ones who preceded her in death including, her parents, Herman and Mabel Spencer; two sisters, Lucretia Richardson and Geraldine Sanders; three brothers,Walter, Floyd and Sedlo Spencer.
Dorothy leaves to cherish her memories her beloved husband, Albert Hairston Jr.; son, Albert Hairston III; a sister, Shirley Mitchell; seven grandchildren, Shanique Hairston, Corey Owens, Lavaughn Ricks, Devanee Hairston, Albert Hairston IV, Andrew and Armond Williams, as well as, a host of wonderful friends she loved.
Graveside will be held at 1:00 p.m. ET, Saturday, February 6, 2021 in the Marseilles Cemetery, West Point, GA with Pastor Brenda Pritchett Rhodes serving as the Eulogist.
Public Viewing will be held on Friday, February 5, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the mortuary.
Final Arrangements are entrusted to M. W. Lee Mortuary of West Point, GA.
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Add A CondolenceTo Al, I am sorry so to hear of the passing of your mom. God Loved her and took her home. May you find comfort in the many memories you shared. Alice Williams & Sons
Sending our condolences to the Hairston and Winston Families. May God give you strength to get through this most difficult time.
The Hodo Family
Aunt Dorothy you will be miss I have so many good memories you telling me when you and mom left Stonycreek VA in the early 50's to start your new life as young adults! Love you forever! From your niece Diane RVA
My heart is hurting so much knowing that you are gone you will forever be in my heart and on my mind heavy..I will take care of your son and have his back always as I promised to you all the memories we had together laughter and dancing my heart is hurting but I know you are in nomore pain and you have helped me grow I love ya ma may you rest in piece see you soon.keep and eye out and we will be fine love ya always and forever ❤️❤️ tara
Aunt Dorothy you will be missed. Love you and one day we shall meet again. Derrick (Tank)
AUNT DOROTHY JUST KNOW THAT I WILL TRULEY MISS YOU. ALL THESE FUN MEMORIES THAT WE SHARE IN NEW JERSEY AND HERE IN WEST POINT. I LOOKED UP TO YOU WITH YOUR DELIGHTFUL SMILE. ONLY IF WE COULD SIT ON MY PORCH ONE MORE TIME AND LAUGH AND TALK ABOUT OLD TIMES. IM GLAD I VISIT YOU LAST YEAR. THAT WAS THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU. GONNA REALLY MISS YOU. I LOVE YOU. YOUR GIRL LISA ANN.
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