A Time To be Born:  Earline Hairston was born January 09, 1948 to the late O. D. Pearson and Vera Copeland-Williams in Shiloh, Georgia.  She was the youngest of three.  

A Time To Grow:  Earline attended school in Cleveland, Ohio and later moved to Miami Beach, Florida where she graduated.  Earline received her degree in Nursing from North Dade College in Miami, Florida.  Earline served in the United State Army, serving 12 years.  

A Time To Serve:  At an early age, Earline joined Bethel CME Church under the leadership of Rev. Booker.  While in Miami, Florida, Earline accepted Christ and Joined Ward Chapel AME Church under the leadership of Rev. T. Barnett until her health failed.  Earlne then returned back to Shiloh, Georgia.  She attended Bethel CME Church when her health permitted.  

A Time To Die:  Earline Hairston ran the race that was set before her with patience, courage and love.  She fought a good fight, kept the faith and finished her course.  She crossed the finish line October 28, 2013, at eventide to the plaudits of a Heavenly Father who whispered "Child of God well done."  

IN LOVING MEMORY  
A Time To Mourn:  She leave to cherished her memories a loving and devoted mother, Vera Copeland-Williams; A caring and devoted brother, James E. L. Copeland, both of Shiloh, GA; two daughters preceded her in death, Shelia and Yolanda Golden, Miami, FL; two brothers preceded her in death, Charlie F. Williams, Jr. and Alfred M. Pearson, Miami, FL; six uncles; eight aunts; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and church family.  Thanks to a very special cousin, Joyce (David) Burton of Columbus, GA; a good friend, Theresa Bray of Manchester, GA; a special niece, Tatiana Jackson; and a special nephew, Tyri D. Pearson