Obituaries

On Monday, August 8, 2022, Cornell Gravely, Sr., 88, of Providence Ln., Martinsville, VA, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born February 1, 1934, in Leatherwood, Virginia, he was the son of Magellan Gravely, and Blumer Hodge Preston Gravely who preceded him in death.

In addition to his parents, Cornell was preceded in death by his siblings, Myrtle L. Carter, Elder Leon Gravely, and Delois Gravely.

Cornell was a member of New Fall Creek Primitive Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. He was a past President of Carver Ruritan Club and was a United States Army Veteran. He retired from E.I. Dupont after 29 years of service.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 66 years, Frances Loretta Hairston Gravely of the home: one daughter, Cynthia E. Gravely of Martinsville, VA: two sons, Danny E. Gravely (Karen) of Axton, VA, and Cornell Gravely, Jr. of Belchertown, MA: three grandchildren, Toneika Gravely Davis (William) of Kernersville, NC, Corey Perkins of Greensboro, NC, and Alexis Gravely of Axton, VA: one brother, Maurice Gravely (Lucinda) of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation will be held on Friday, August 12, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home with Elder Hubert Prunty, Eulogist. Burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, 1310 Carver Rd., Martinsville, VA. Viewing will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. In accordance with the CDC, a face covering, and social distancing is required. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at the home, 305 Providence Ln., Martinsville, VA. The family ask that when visiting the home, that you would please observe all COVID 19 guidelines.

To view live streaming of the Funeral service, go to Hairston Funeral Home live on Facebook, then click on the service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Hairston Funeral Home.