Obituaries

Frederick “Freddie” Valentino Hairston, Sr., 70, of Martinsville, Virginia, passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was born in Martinsville on December 27, 1955, to Eliza Ann Hairston and the late Rudolph V. Hairston.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Brown.

Freddie attended George Washington Carver High School and worked as a truck driver for Stanley Furniture Company for 40 years. He loved cars, traveling, and playing softball. Freddie was an avid fan of the New England Patriots. He was known for always helping others. His love for his family ran deep, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, Frederick V. Hairston, Jr.; sisters, Rhonda H. Colequitt, Cynthia A. Hairston, Shelia W. Hurt (Michael); special loved one, April and Jimmy Hodges; and a special, loving friend, Emily Redd.

A funeral will be held Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 12:30 PM at Wright Funeral Service Martinsville Chapel. Interment will follow at Fair Haven Memorial Park. Visitation will be held one-half hour prior to the service. There will be a floating visitation Monday, January 5, 2026, from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Wright Funeral Service Martinsville Chapel. Family will receive guests at the home, located at 389 George Hairston Road, Fieldale, Virginia 24089 from the hours of 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family.