James Melvin Hairston, an NSU alumnus and former employee, passed away Feb. 14, 2026.

His arrangements are as follows:

 Public Viewing

Friday, March 6, 2026

11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel & Crematory (Downtown)

1601 27th Street
Newport News, VA 2360

Celebration of Life

Saturday, March 7, 2026

11 a.m.

Gospel Spreading Church

1915  Jefferson Ave.
Newport News, VA 23607