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Michael Hall Obituary
Michael E. Hall departed from the loving arms of his wife Chrystle to be received by the Lord Jesus Christ on April 23, 2020, marking the end of a decades-long battle with heart failure and the culmination of a lifetime of loving and serving Jesus Christ
Mike was born in Lansing, Michigan on August 20, 1949, the eldest son of Carl and Betty Hall. Mike, his parents and younger brother, Martin, relocated to Arizona in 1963 where Mike resided until his death. After graduating from Paradise Valley High School in 1967 and earning his Bachelor of Arts degree from Arizona State University in 1971, Mike began a teaching career that spanned three decades and enriched the lives of thousands of students. After retiring, Mike's passion for education and coaching continued via his teaching of apologetics and eschatology through church groups and serving as a volunteer baseball coach.
Mike is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Chrystle, his sons Jeremy, Jason, and Jacob, his daughters-in-law Denise and Shauna, and his grandchildren Aryka Smith and her husband Preston, Aaron, Jeniyah, Jason Jr., MacArthur, and Bradley Hall.
Due to the ongoing restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will be having a closed, private funeral. Instead of flowers, those who wish to pay their respects, it was Mike's wish that we all consider casting a vote for President Trump or making a donation to International Fellowship of Christians and Jews at www.ifcj.org.
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Tom
April 28, 2025
It´s been 5 years since you left us. It´s been 50 years since you were my band teacher at Greenway. You and your father were such an inspiration and joy in my life. The band practice and competitions turned out to be such inspirational moments that molded my life and the lives of my 3 kids.
I am so sad I didn´t reach out sooner to tell you while you were still here.
Mr Hall I loved you and want you to know how much you meant to me. I still see you in front of us with your wand and your smiles when we got it right and your encouragement when we got it wrong. Thanks for everything. Also I still tell the Siberian Peach Pie joke in your honor.
Vicky kemp
May 11, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was my band teacher at greenway middle school. He was the best band teacher. RIP vicky (blocher) kemp
Sherry
May 6, 2020
The stars are shinning brighter tonight.
Joe Fischer
April 30, 2020
You were my band teacher in middle and high school, I earned a lot from you, so much more than music.
Jeff Tlapa
April 30, 2020
He was my band director in middle school and high school. His dad was my math teacher. Great men. Great educators.
Karin
April 29, 2020
Mr. Hall, you were the BEST teacher I had. Shadow Mountain Marching band and competitions in San Diego 1984 are the best memories I have of High School, and it was all because of you!! You will be greatly missed by many. Prayers to your wife and family in these sad times.
April 29, 2020
Proud to have known Mike both as a high school student and later as a fellow music teacher in the Paradise Valley School District. Larry Wittig
Dave Hall
April 26, 2020
The many memories that were created over the years on my trips out to Arizona were always amazing welcomed me with open arms and the places Mike and Chrystle showed me over the years will always be precious to me. My heart goes out to the whole Family. I wish I was there to hug you all. Please know you are all Special to me. My love always Dave
Jennifer
April 26, 2020
R I P Mr Hall ❤ You were an amazing teacher, friend and inspiration. You will always be remembered and missed. God speed, till we meet again! Teach those angels how to play your tune and march with dignity.
Angela Lindgen
April 25, 2020
Mr Hall, I cant say enough you were a wonderful teacher, mentor and friend, you tought us many lessons, we felt pride in all we did and we all have wonderful memories and made long lasting friends because of you. You may be gone here on earth but you will never be gone, you are apart of our hearts and memories. Thank you for being who you were and you will be missed.
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