John Hall

1948 ∼ 2012

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John Hall, 64, of Orange, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.

Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2012, at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Randy Branch, pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.

A Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 18, 2012, at Fargo Cemetery in Vernon, Texas.

Born in Vernon, Texas on March 28, 1948, John was the son of Leonard and Evelyn Thomas Hall. He graduated from Stark High School and received a bachelor's degree at Lamar University. John retired as a 5th grade teacher at Deweyville ISD where he taught for over 20 years. He was a member of Orange Community Players for 40 years and held the position of Vice-President. He was also the Vice-President of The Heritage House Museum and was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Hall; brother, Mickey Hall; and numerous aunts and uncles.

John is survived by his father, Leonard Hall of Orange; brother, Jay Hall of Orange; sister, Cathy Hall of Frisco; nephew, Luke Hall; and nieces, Erin Mortar and Chelsea Day.

Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be Doug McDaniel, James Simar, Butch Campbell, Tony Dallas and Glenn Campbell.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Orange Community Players, 708 West Division, Orange, Texas 77630 or the Heritage House Museum, 905 West Division, Orange, Texas 77630.

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Anonymous August 16, 2012

Our hearts break knowing that John is never going to have positive influences on any more lives. He was such a GEM!!! We will miss him and we love him dearly.##imported-begin##Joe & Sherry Waldrum##imported-end##

Anonymous August 16, 2012

John, we lived across the street from you and your family on Circle G for 19 years. We enjoyed watching you grow up. So sorry for your family's loss.##imported-begin##Billie O. Burns##imported-end##

Anonymous August 16, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss Mr. Hall. We remember all the good times the Scruggs' and Hall's had when Leonard and Daddy taught together. John will be greatly missed.##imported-begin##Sandy, Lynn, & Patti Scruggs##imported-end##

Anonymous August 16, 2012

Dear Glen we have so many fond memories of you, and we pray for you to have the peace of mind that they are in god's hands now. I will never forget all that you did for mother and dad and Scott. Mick and Judy Miller##imported-begin##Mickey & Judy Miller##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Mr. Hall was an inspiration to alot of kids. My daughter, nephew and niece were all his students. I don't ever remember any of them EVER saying anything but good about him. ALL teachers could take a lesson from him. R.I.P. Mr. Hall. God now has a VER##imported-begin##Phelonise Tynes##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Mr. Hall was an awesome person not only as a teacher but as a man. I have so many memories of him during school being that my mom worked with him for so many years. I remember him at all the football games. I also remember the years of One Act Play. He wa##imported-begin##Jessica ##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Thinking back to those years in school, I feel so blessed to have known Mr. Hall. His presence in our lives and our school was such a gift! I cannot think of a single time that I saw him angry or without a smile on his face. Well...maybe except for that o##imported-begin##Deidra##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

A true teacher and amazing man. I cant not put into words how blessed I was to have known him and how much he touched my life . He will be missed but never forgotten . I Love you Mr. Hall##imported-begin##chandra gordon allen##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

I am sorry for this families loss. I did not know him but knew jay and Mr Leonard hall who taught me history at Stark High. I read about John, He touched many lives from teaching entertaining, and taking care of some of the history of Orange. He will be m##imported-begin##Donnie L. Smith##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

When I learned of John's passing I thought of the many lives he touched, the many kindnesses he did for people never expecting anything in return and the thousands of smiles he shared. John Hall was one of the most dedicated and loving teachers I've ever##imported-begin##Faye Hippler Bowers##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

John, You helped me find my way back to the stage, one of the few places I can always feel at home. You taught me about life and friendship. I will miss you terribly and remember you always. I hope you have found peace and happiness, and I can't wait to s##imported-begin##Emily Kunst##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

God Bless you Mr Hall, you will always be remembered as a wonderful teacher and a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. RIP##imported-begin##Sandra Martin##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Very sorry for loss of this wonderful person. I remember him as a wonderful teacher. may your family be filled with my prayers for healing.##imported-begin##Raye Ann & Randall Meyers##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

RIP Mr.Hall, you were such a great man and a awesome teacher! You were such an inspiration to so many people!##imported-begin##Shayla Forse Conner##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Losing a loved one can be a very difficult time in someone's life. Most of us know that first hand though that offers little comfort. Mr. Hall was a wonderful man and awesome teacher. Even through all the years of school, he remained one of my favorites. ##imported-begin##Leslie Ross -Leckelt##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Thanks for the laughs, old friend. You will be missed.##imported-begin##Codie##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Mr. Hall touched so many lives, in the classroom, on the stage, and through all of the other community programs of which he was a part. He inspired many people along the way and has made a lasting impact. He was always so caring and considerate. He will b##imported-begin##Charlotte D##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

So glad my girls had you for a teacher. You will be greatly missed!##imported-begin##Brenda Barbre##imported-end##

Anonymous August 15, 2012

Sending your family much love and many prayers to comfort all of you during this time. Thinking of you all. <3##imported-begin##Paula Burns##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall was a great teacher and had a great positive impact in the lives of many students.##imported-begin##Mike Wallace##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall was my 5th grade teacher, everyone who had him as a teacher loved him dearly. He will forever live in our hearts and he inspired, uplifted, and supported anything we ever went forth to do. I can remember talking to him back at Art In The Park thi##imported-begin##Mallory Horton##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Albert Schweitzer said, "Do something wonderful, people may imitate it". John, you instilled that sense of wonder in everyone who knew you. Kids, what a tribute to Mr. Hall--continue doing wonderful things in your lives so others will continue to remembe##imported-begin##Betty Foster##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall was an amazing and inspirational teacher. He was the kind of teacher that left an impression on each and every one of his students... if you had him... you loved him! He has been and will always be one if the best teachers and mentors to ever g##imported-begin##Kellie King##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr hall was one of a kind he was a wonderful teacher who was loved by all of his students and will definitely be missed##imported-begin##Kayla Brown##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Dear, dear Mr. Hall I did not have the privilege of you teaching me other than in One Act Play. You were such a wonderful man and you will always hold a special place in my heart! I never would of thought I could memorize all those lines for each play, bu##imported-begin##Tiffeny Melich Landry##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

great man.##imported-begin##Deanna Torres##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

You were such a great teacher to both of us you will be truly missed by us and everyone else Rest with angels Jonthan and Kenzie Sims##imported-begin##Kenzie Sims##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr.john hall was a great teacher! We need more teachers like him.my kids just thought the world of mr.hall and so did I.he will be greatly missed from all.rest in peace mr.hall no more pain.god bless you we love you!##imported-begin##vickie green##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Oh Mr hall how i will miss u.... u were such a wonderful teacher/ person i had u in 5th u helped us all when Jamie passed i will always remember u we truly lost a wondeful person##imported-begin##carla. parker##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall was not only an Amazing teacher but a Hilarious man. He always knew how to make u smile.. May u R.I.P##imported-begin##Karrie Folks##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Thank u Mr hall for supporting me in all I did, track,football,school....never will forget when Mr hall, Levi, an Thad showed up in the middle of the night at the regional track meet, I cant say too much more but, me and logan didn't get much sleep after ##imported-begin##Josh spell ##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

i will forever remember what an impact mr. hall made on so many kids. his wisdom and his love for his students was above and beyond anything i have ever witnessed.you will truly be a inspiration to so many. God bless you mr. hall.##imported-begin##betty shute##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall, Oh where do I start!!!! You were and always will be such a GREAT Man, Teacher, and Role Model. I did have the privilege of having you as my teacher, and you inspired each & everyone of us or as you called us "Your Kids". You always brought a s##imported-begin##Tammy Hogg Mullins##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Thank you for everything Mr Hall Love you R.I.P##imported-begin##Jeremy Slone##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

he was a great man he will be greatly missed and loved by so many people.##imported-begin##Carmen Leonard##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

You will be missed dearly, you was always a great teacher.##imported-begin##brandi wilson##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

we will miss you so much mr hall. our prayers are with your family##imported-begin##Christina Leonard##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

You were the greatest teacher ever. I have so many fantastic memories of our fifth grade class. You are the reason I became a teacher. You will always be remember.##imported-begin##Amber Baker Connet##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall you were always such a good and kind man. You were always there for the kids and co-workers. I am so glad I had the privilege of knowing you and working with you. I will never forget the times we shared as co-workers. You instilled so much into D##imported-begin##Danetta Welch##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr Hall you will be missed. You were a great person and teacher. I will miss our talks we had when we saw each other at Walmart. You will never be forgotten and will live forever in our hearts.##imported-begin##Farrah Fontenot Lucia##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

i am sorry for your lost. Mr. Hall was a great teacher and we will miss him.##imported-begin##Larry Carl##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr. Hall was a wonderful teacher & friend. He convinced me to try out for one act play my Senior year. This was one of the best times of that year. Even after many years, he would always welcome you with a smile & a firm handshake. He was always there whe##imported-begin##Rob Haley##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Our thoughts and Prayers go out to this wonderful man's family. Mr. Hall has touched the lifes of so many and will be dearly missed.##imported-begin##Dawn Torrento Bussell and Family##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

He was a good teacher he will be missed##imported-begin##felicia broussard mulkey##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

A truly down to earth person who became a teacher. I'm sure for that reason alone. Proud to say he touched my life as well as many others. Mr. Hall will truly be missed. my condolences to the family and those closest to him.##imported-begin##sherie laroue##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

Mr.Hall was a big influence on so many people's lifes. There are so many memories I cannot list them all. He will be truely mist. Our prayers go out to all the family and friends. R.I.P Mr.Hall##imported-begin##Bryant Burks##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

My prayers go out to all the family and friends. He was a great man he will be greatly missed and loved by so many people.##imported-begin##Esmeralda Carlock##imported-end##

Anonymous August 14, 2012

I had the privilege of knowing John. I worked at Deweyville ISD when he came to teach there. If there ever was a teacher who was truly there for the kids it was John Hall. He touched so many lives.##imported-begin##Linda Fowler##imported-end##