Joseph Leonard Hall

Joseph Leonard Hall obituary, Ridgecrest, CA

Joseph Leonard Hall

Joseph Hall Obituary

Published by Smart Cremation Texas on Aug. 25, 2020.
Joseph Leonard Hall passed August 25th,2020 at 5:36pm, at the age of 63. Born to Marge and Howard Hall of Freehold New Jersey on October 2nd, 1956—Joe was the baby of the Hall family. Youngest brother of Bill, Brian, and Bruce Hall. Husband to Marie Odette. Father to Vickie. Father in Law to Chesli. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, brother and sister in laws, cousins, aunts, and uncles and so many, others. He left us much too soon, and will be greatly missed by all. Joe was a Graduate of Marlboro High, class of 1974, joining the Air Force shortly thereafter. During his time in the service, he met Marie Odette Michaud, and they were married in 1976. They had their daughter Vickie in 1978. The family moved to Ridgecrest CA, and Joe worked at China Lake NAWS for over 20 years. Joe was above all else, a devoted family man. He loved taking trips to Las Vegas and attending concerts. He also had a taste for adventure, and had a motorcycle, taking his daughter on rides through the desert. Thoroughly enjoying music,he made sure it was a constant presence in the house, bringing him solace in his later days. He also enjoyed tinkering with computers, and was someone that was invested in technology early on, having a proclivity for the latest gadgets. Joe was diagnosed in the mid- 1990's with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS). He was a strong man, that met the disease head on. He chose to face the many issues he encountered throughout this horrible disease with levity, laughter, and sarcasm. Something that those from the outside looking in couldn't understand. He sought to ease others concerns, feelings, and sorrow regarding his condition. Even though he was the one suffering, he made sure that others were OK. A very rare individual. So, with immense pain and grief, that I let all of you know that a wonderful human being has passed. There is truly a void that will never again be filled. He was such a tremendously decent human being. He leaves behind all of us that will miss him with so much intensity.

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November 29, 2020

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November 12, 2020

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Bill Hall

November 29, 2020

Uncle Joe was such a gentle soul and funny man. It was always a great time when he, Aunt Odette, and Vickie would come east to visit family. After he got diagnosed with MS, I got to visit him several times in Ridgecrest and we always had a great time. The dignity and bravery he showed in suffering with such a horrible disease was also an inspiration to me. He was taken far too soon, but he still lives on in many great memories. And, I'm sure he's got them all laughing real hard "upstairs" right now! RIP, Uncle Joe.

Doug JONES

November 12, 2020

I only met Joe and Odete a couple times and he is one of the nicest people I ever met. I know my son Chesli thought the world of him and the support he and Odette always gave him and Vickie.

Doritha Lapointe

November 12, 2020

I was shocked to learn of Jos passing and so very sad! We had talked the week before and as usual had teased me about how hot it was there and how I should be practicing my Popeye arms for the snow that would soon be coming.He was funny and kind and so gentle! We will miss you but also know that you are in a good place ! Look over us and don t laugh so much at our stupidity! Love you !

Michaud Suzy

October 27, 2020

Rip uncle joe I remember feeling so small next to you ,but he was a big gentle giant can't forget is military model planes until we meet again ,watch over aunt Odette and Vicky

Jimmy Michaud

October 26, 2020

Rest in peace Uncle Joe.
The little moments that we share where lovely. I remember your wedding day at grand Mother house. Big hug to Odette and Vickie.

Marc Lapointe

October 19, 2020

Uncle Joe was a fun guy and obviously well-loved. I am sad not to have had the chance to see him and actually get to know him more in these last few years, so most of my memories are from when I was a teenager. But I did get a chance to chat over the phone during the Holidays over the years and the conversation was always easy and interesting.

My heart goes out to Matante Dette and Vickie and all those who knew him.

Chesli Jones

October 16, 2020

Joe was an amazing person and is dearly missed.

I was fortunate enough to have met Joe around 2004. One of the first things you noticed about Joe, aside from his stature, was his wit and sense of humor. He was always cracking jokes and finding the humor in most, if not all, situations. When he was not joking, he was very insightful, wise and generous, offering much needed advice to someone much less wise and insightful as he, as well as helping his daughter and me when we were struggling to get on our feet. He also loved animals, and was as fond of cats as myself, which I think is a testament to his personality, character and the type of person Joe was.

My fondest memories of Joe were the times he was still able to come visit us in Northern California, going to Las Vegas with him, and going on a tour of his place of work. He, of course, loved his daughter deeply and wanted to see her as much as time would permit. He also loved going to Las Vegas and staying at Bally's, where had better luck than most... exponentially better than mine. He took great pride in, and was enthusiastic about, his work and his contribution to the country as both a veteran and a civilian contractor.

As Joe's multiple sclerosis became progressively worse, and he became less mobile, he was not able to travel, and he was not able to see us as often as he liked to. Despite his condition, he still kept is wit and sense of humor; his insights, wisdom, and generosity. I can say with certainty, that having met Joe, spent time with him and discussing with him, my life was much brighter and better having met him and having him in itI think this goes for anyone who was fortunate enough to have met him.

He is dearly missed and will always be remembered.

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