James M. Hairston, 56 of Rand, WV, gained his wings into Heaven on Sunday, June 20th, 2021. James was born August 28th, 1964 in Charleston, WV. He attended Dupont High School where he was a member of the Bellaire's and a graduate in 1984. James worked at Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. He also worked as a C.N.A., a transporter for dialysis, and various jobs throughout his life. The one job he enjoyed more than anything was being the keyboard player and singing in the church. No matter where he was whether it was the doctor's office or the grocery store, he always ministered about the power of God. No matter the time of day, he would call and pray for any and every one that God placed in his spirit. He was always ready to break out in his testimony with a song to brighten anyone's day. He was a long-standing member at Faith Tabernacle Pentecostal Church in Rand, WV, under the teaching of his aunt, Evangelist Barbara J. Whitestone.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary E. Hairston-Brown; grandparents, Sherman and Lucy Hairston; his aunt, Barbara Whitestone; and best friend, Charles "Charlie" Brown. He leaves to mourn his beloved sister, Belinda Hairston of Charleston; his favorite niece, Kanesha Hairston of Charleston; aunt, Ella (Raymond) Smith of Rand; stepfather, Gary Brown of South Charleston; special friends, Dorletta Hairston of Charleston, Carol Perdue of Racine, Sadie (Leon) Powell of Ohio; best friend, Diana "Diane" Correia of Florida, along with a host of cousins, other family members, and friends.
At this time per the request of James, there will be a SMALL PRIVATE FUNERAL LIMITED TO IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY. Flowers may be sent to Stevens & Grass Funeral Home at 4203 Salines Dr. in Malden, WV. The family would like to thank you for respecting their privacy at this time.
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