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Paul Hale Obituary

HALE Reverend Paul A. Hale, 59, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 21, 2012. A graduate of Central High School. He worked for Western Electric Company and retired from COTA as a bus driver and trainer after 25 years of service. He served faithfully on the Pastoral Staff of Jerusalem Tabernacle where he held positions as the Adult Choir President, Deacon, Trustee Board Member and Ordained Minister through the Eastern Union Missionary Baptist Association (EUMBA). He is preceded in death by parents Moses and Mary Hale and his children's mother, Wanda Hale. He is survived by loving wife, Eunice Inez Hale; daughter, Anitra Hale; sons, Tracy (Ebony) Hale, Trent Hale and Jeremy Roberts-Hale; sisters, Eva Mae (George) McKinstry, Carol (Paul) Piper; brother, Cornell (Jerrie) Hale; aunts, Betty Gammons, Lillie White, Florence (Wille) Carter; uncle, Richard Eggleston; seven grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and many friends. Homegoing Celebration Service 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church, 2283 Sunbury Road, where the family will receive friends at 10 a.m. until the time of service. Bishop R.N. Kemper and Evangelist Pamela Mattox, officiants and Rev. Tracy Hale, eulogist. Entombment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Services entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street. To sign Rev. Hale's online memory book, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 22 to May 24, 2012.

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Inez Hale

May 21, 2013

One year ago today you were transformed into Heaven. I will never forget our loving and love filled marriage. Because of your love I am sustained.

Paul A. Hale

Paul Hale

January 19, 2013

January 17, 2013

R.i.p.

Inez Hale

December 8, 2012

Each day God gives each us the strength to go on. We miss you more than words can say. Yet you surround us with your eternal love. I feel your love and presence daily. Your prayers for me, our children, grandchildren and family are still alive and keeping us in God's hands.

December 7, 2012

Love you Daddy

Holidays will not be the same with you. I miss you so much.
Needy

October 8, 2012

Yasmy, Destaney, and I think of you each and everyday. We hold on to the strength you gave each and everyone of us. I miss you tremendously. Love you Daddy Needy.

Keristen DeLaney

July 3, 2012

In Memory of my Uncle Paul Hale: you were such a great man of inspiration & always had a joke to pick with me. I can still hear your laugh & feel you nearby. Whenever Joshua calls your name (Unc Paw) and looks for you I have both tears of joy & sorrow. Joy knowing you're free from the pain of this earthly vessel and sorrow because our hearts ache from the pain of missing you so much. You impacted our family in such a strong & delightful way. I'm so happy that God gave you to us for such a time as this. Until we meet on the other side, your Niece, Keristen...

MRS. INEZ HALE

June 19, 2012

IN MEMORY OF MY LOVING HUSBAND, REV. PAUL A. HALE.

MRS. INEZ HALE

June 19, 2012

I LIGHT THIS CANDLE IN HONOR OF MY KNIGHT AND SHINING ARMOUR, MY HUSBAND AND MY BEST FRIEND. I STILL FEEL YOUR LOVE AND LIGHT YOU GAVE TO ME DAILY. I KNOW EVERLASTING LOVE.YOUR LOVE SUSTAINS ME EVEN NOW!!! YOUR LOVING WIFE AND BEST FRIEND.

Carol Cranford

June 17, 2012

Happy Fathers Day Paul..... You were and always be a great Dad!

May 31, 2012

Happy Birthday

Maggie (Margaret) Prince

May 30, 2012

So sorry to hear of the passing of Paul. He was a wonderful person who could always make you laugh. We went through Everett and Central HS together and I know he will be greatly missed by everyone he touched.

Nathan Spotts

May 28, 2012

Paul was a good man he was a mentor to me in my teenage years he will truly be missed. I love that man so much, it's sad to see him go.

Doris E. Ross

May 28, 2012

To God be the glory for Rev. Hale's life and legacy.

May 28, 2012

I am very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. He was a good friend and a good christian man. Paul and I went through training together at COTA to be bus drivers. Signed, Michael Fancher

Ruby Rispress Simmons

May 25, 2012

To the Hale Family. May the Lord continue to keep you in his perfect peace. My prayers are with you.

Marilyn Davis

May 25, 2012

To The Hale Family; your faith in God and the love of family and friends will help comfort you at this time. We love you all and may God continue to bless you. The Dotstry,Middlebrooks and Davis Families.

Alpha Griffin

May 25, 2012

Mr. Hale was a dad who could always make me laugh. He had an easy going style -- and that is what I will remember the most about him. I am glad that I got a chance to know him and his family. Mr. Hale, thanks for making me smile and giving me advice as I grew up alongside your daughter! May your new journey bring you more laughter and nothing but smiles and love.

Pastor Floyd Shilling

May 25, 2012

To the Hale family, I served with Paul at Jerusalen Tabernacle for a number of years, He was always a good friend. He was always honest and forthright. I send my condolances to Anitra, Tracy, and The rest of the family. Paul will be missed by many.

Jodelle Mixon

May 25, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hale family. Paul will be missed by many. God Bless.

Mixon Family

May 25, 2012

Words would not be sufficient to describe the love and respect that we had for Mr. Paul. He was like a father, an uncle and a friend to us...as well as Papa to our kids. While we will miss him greatly on this side...We pray that God will see us all through and we look forward to seeing him again. We love you all and are praying for your peace and comfort.

Jada (Crawford) Thomas and John Crawford

Rick Jackson

May 24, 2012

I will miss you my dear friend.

Monica Williams

May 24, 2012

I am so sorry for your lost.
May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Monica Williams

Mable Williams

May 24, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers. I love you Hale Family
Mother Mable and Family

Carol Cranford

May 24, 2012

To the Hale Family
My prayers are with you right now. Paul was a very dear friend and a wonderful man. My heart is in shock and disbelief. Please turn to GOD for your strenth and comfort

Steven, Paula & Steven Jr. Piper

May 24, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

James and Juanita Dean and family

May 23, 2012

We were saddened to hear of Pastor Hale's passing, but as Christians we know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Our heartfelt condolensces go out to Chaplain Hale, Minister Hale and Sis. Ebony and the rest of the family. May God give you comfort in your time of bereavement.

May 23, 2012

With deepest sympathy.

Central High School Alumni Association

Renee Witcher

May 23, 2012

I will miss my friend

Harriet Brown

May 23, 2012

With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Psalm 91: 1-2 - Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the homegoing celebration in remembering the life of Paul. May your memories of him comfort you and know that you will see him again. God Bless

Linda Magby

May 23, 2012

My prayers to the family of Paul. I was deeply hurt to hear of his passing. We were co-workers and friends and he will be missed.

Angela Crawford

May 23, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. We love you our friend and we will miss you. The Norris's; Eugene, Allan, Cookie, Angel, Eric, Darlene, and Deric

Angel & John Crawford

May 23, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am so so sorry. I will miss my dear friend but God knows best. I love you all.

JaQuira Grinter

May 23, 2012

I pray that the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and that he helps you heal with the passage of time.

Lolita Goins

May 23, 2012

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the family. Paul and I attended elementary school and high school together. We even worked at COTA together for a short time. He was always a great guy to be around. You always knew where you stood with him. A real no nonsense guy with a heart of gold. He will be missed.

Kenny Waters

May 23, 2012

Our Prayers and Thoughts go out to the family.

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