He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Verna (Tommie) Hairston; Son, Danny Hairston & wife Tammy; daughters, Faelynn Bullock & husband Burl, Bernadette Forrester & husband Harold; brother, Emmett Hairston & wife Evie; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Dan is preceded in death by his parents, Alton & Norma Hairston; two brothers; two sisters.
Dan was a member of First Baptist Church, he was ordained as a minister in 1986, he was a Boy Scout Leader for 15 years, a Lions Club member and a Veteran having served in the National Guard, also a volunteer at the Galveston County Sheriff's Department.
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Emilye Hill
Rockville, MD Friday, March 13, 2020 Daniel, a high-school friend who sat across the aisle from me in home room, was always fun to be around. Though we were out of touch after high school, we reconnected at the 50th class reunion and met one other time at a restaurant with Tommie and my sister, Alice. Occasionally, out of the blue, I'd get a text about a favorite sports team who had won or lost. When I didn't hear from him after the Super Bowl, I decided to initiate the call. To my sorrow, the phone had been disconnected and I knew in my heart he was probably gone. Tonight I remembered and decided to look and found his obit. Tommie, I share your sorrow and loss and know exactly what you are experiencing as I lost my husband just two weeks ago. I regret not having the chance to go back to Houston and invite you and Daniel to church with us as he had mentioned in one of his calls. My prayers are with you. Stay close to God in your life and remember the good times you and Daniel had together. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.Emilye Hill
Patti & David Johnson
Onalaska, TX Tuesday, January 14, 2020 We re so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I know he was a huge light in your life and just know he will always remain that light. Love you my friend......