Richard Hall

Richard Lyne Hall, a devoted and loving, husband, father, and grandfather, died on Thursday, March 31, 2022. Richard, 78, of Charlotte, was born October 5, 1943, in Harvey, Illinois, the son of John and Mary Whalen. He tragically lost his father during WWII and at the age of 9 he lost his mother. Richard was later adopted by George and Lucille Hall. He spent a majority of his youth moving to different military bases around the world. Following graduating from high school Richard obtained an associate degree and became a Funeral Director. While in California Richard met Jean Kilgore and in 1968 the couple got married. They would later move to Michigan to start their family. Richard decided that he wanted a career with a more flexible work schedule and decided to become a Nurse. He became a Neonatal ICU Nurse and took great pride in knowing that he could make a difference in families’ lives. Richard retired from nursing in 2005. Family was the biggest joy in Richard’s life, he could be found on the sidelines coaching his sons’ baseball and football teams. Later in life you could find Richard in the bleachers cheering on his grandchildren. He was their biggest fan and never missed a game. Richard also enjoyed camping trips around the state with Jean and loved trips where the grandkids were able to join them.
Richard is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean; sons, Richard (Annette) Hall Jr., Tim (Danielle) Hall; grandchildren, Morgan, Ethan, Emma, and Landon. He was predeceased by his biological parents; adopted mother; and brother, Terry McElroy.
Friends are encouraged to support Richard’s family by sharing memories on his tribute page at www.prayfuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.