Johnny Hall, Jr.
Born: Sat., Apr. 9, 1927
Died: Wed., Mar. 8, 2017
Visitation
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Tue., Mar. 14, 2017
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Tue., Mar. 14, 2017
Location: G. J. Gonce Funeral Home, P.A.
Funeral Service
11:30 AM Wed., Mar. 15, 2017
Location: G. J. Gonce Funeral Home, P.A.
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Johnny Hall, Jr., age 89, a resident of Columbia for 13 years, and previously of Severn, passed away on March 8, 2017 at Northwest Hospital in Randallstown after a two month illness.
He was born on April 9, 1927, in Salisbury, North Carolina, to the late Fannie Mae Smyre and Homer Cicero Hall. In February of 1946 he enlisted in the US Army, 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion, and retired as a Sergeant 1st Class in the 82nd Airborne after serving for more than 10 years over three enlistments. In May of 1951 he was injured when struck by mortar fire during the Korean Conflict. He was awarded the Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, and the Combat Infantry Badge. After the service, he worked for the US Coast Guard as a fiberglass finisher until his retirement in 1986. He remained active with the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 13, the Veteran's Administration, the Vergers Guild of St. Katherine Episcopal Church; and served as Chaplain Emeritus for the Disabled American Veterans and for the Military Order of the Purple Heart. During his free time he enjoyed taking pictures, volunteering for different functions in his senior building, such as playing music, making coffee, or just taking peoples newspapers to their door. He loved serving at St. Katherine Episcopal Church, and helping people in any way that he could.
Along with his parents Fannie and Homer, Johnny is preceded in death by his dear son David.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years: Ruby Hall; his three loving daughters: Barbara Pulliam, of Bear Delaware, Valerie Hall, of Brooklyn, and Jeanne Hall, of Norfolk, Virginia; his two devoted sons: John Hall, of Severn, and Joseph Hall, Sr. of Glen Burnie; 15 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, six sister-in-laws, three brother-in-laws, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family requests friends visit on Tuesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM at the Gregory J. Gonce Funeral Home, 169 Riviera Drive, Pasadena. His funeral service will begin on Wednesday at 11:30 AM at the funeral home, with Rev. Allston Jacobs, Sr. officiating. His burial, with military honors, will follow at 1:45 PM in Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville. Feel free to express your condolences below as well.
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Jan Holland
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Posted Sat March 11, 2017
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As a member of DAV, Chapter 13 I am saddened by the loss of Johnny. As a previous Chaplain of the chapter, no one could give such meaning to his prayers. He always checked on our members who were in poor health. Thank you Johnny.
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Renee M. Hall
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Posted Mon March 13, 2017
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 Blessed Mother was sent by John and Renee Hall xox.
Sending our love and thoughts and prayers ..celebrating Grandads life in Heaven..its not goodbye ,it's until we meet again..God bless Love, John and Renee Hall xoxox
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Thomas Sellman Jr
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Posted Mon March 13, 2017
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Joe,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Many fond memories are what you have to remember your father. The Lord will give you the comfort and peace that you seek; the love of family and friends will comfort you during these difficult days. May the soul of your father rest in peace. Mike and Lori Sellman
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Leon N. Wilson, Sr
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Posted Tue March 14, 2017
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Mrs. Hall and Family,
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and condolences and our prayers for Peace,
Comfort and Grace for you all during this hour of sorrow. Mr. Hall was an American
Hero who served his country and all of us who knew him. Peace and Blessings to
you all.
Respectfully,
Leon & Family
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Eileen Bridgelall
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Posted Tue March 14, 2017
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 Peaceful White Lilies Basket was sent by St. Katherine of Alexandria Episcopal Church.
Our Deepest Condolences to Johnny Hall Jr. We shall all miss his devotion and integrity to St. Katherine of Alexandria Episcopal Church, Baltimore, Maryland
Fondly Rev. Allston Jacobs, Deacon Neva Brown and
The Congregation of St. Katherine of Alexandria Episcopal Church
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Leah Pulley
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Posted Wed March 15, 2017
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Mrs. Hall and Family,
My family and I pray that God grants you comfort and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Our thoughts are with you during this time. Matthew 5:4
With Sympathy,
Leah Pulley
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