Lynn Rae Hall

A year ago today was the last time we were all together with Lynn as a family. Our last out was to visit Ciera near her college at USF. We went to Chipotle and Lettuce Lake Park. Only a week later she would no longer be with us.

Lynn lived a full life and she used her special gifts to serve people and her family. Lynn would be so proud of Erika, Ciera, Ryan and Derek as she was their biggest fan. We are all living the best life we can as we cherish the memory of our Lynn.

We just found out about Lynn's tragic passing. She would bring the kids to volunteer with us at Ryan's Case for Smiles. She was such and amazing volunteer and mom. The kids were great - we always had work for them to do and they were so cheerful. They are a reflection of their joyful mother. She will be so very missed.

Great mom

Our 8th grade graduation together. Fun times.

Lynn was my 1st cousin, same age, best friend, childhood buddy, craft partner, college roomie, and someone I admired so much.
I will always remember her. She touched my life, and will stay in my heart forever. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure and she will always be within me. She grew and raised a family as I did. When we got together as we got older, it was like time had stood still ... again new moments and memories were made until another visit.
I am not telling her goodbye, just see you later - I can't wait to give her another hug someday and giggle about something again.
Peace to her, her Florida family, and ND family.
I love and will miss her always. Sending her so much love.

Here is Lynn with Derek. Lynn looked amazing for 50. Lynn was so focused, even with a husband like me who was "focused challenged" at times. We made a great team. I am glad I moved back to ND from Chicago. The best thing about ND for me, was meeting Lynn and then getting to spend 24 years with her. I don't know why she had to leave so soon. Life often doesn't make sense. I hope to honor Lynn with my life and service. I can't replace Lynn, but I can take the lessons she taught me and her example and try to do the best I can.