Darwin Keith Hall Jr

Red River resident Keith Hall passed at Holy Cross Hospital on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, at 81 years old. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi on October 19, 1944. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, LaNell Hall. Their three children include Shawn Stoops (Dawn), LaDonna Phillips (Dan), and Jennifer Martinez (Anthony), ten grand-children Oliver Stoops, Lillian Martinez, Wyatt Stoops, Nathaniel Martinez, Isaiah Phillips, Eli Phillips, Katie Phillips, Jack Sparks, Sarah Martinez, and Nicolas Martinez. Keith is preceded in death by his parents Darwin and Ethel Hall, and his sister Pattie Hall.

Keith was a local Realtor for many years also managing properties alongside his wife, LaNell before retiring. Prior to arriving in New Mexico, Keith enjoyed many years as a Hobby Shop owner in the Chicagoland Area. Prior to Chicago, Keith worked as an engineer for the newly opened Disney World in Orlando, FL. As a nineteen year-old, Keith joined the Air Force and served several tours of duty in Vietnam. He earned the rank of Sergeant. He worked as an Airborne Electronic Navigation Equipment Repairman, with the 479th Tactical Fighter Wing. Before the Air Force, Keith grew up in Kosciusko, MS. He had many hobbies and interests. He was always tinkering with anything he could get his hands on. If you asked him what time it was, he would tell you how to build a clock instead. Keith will be remembered for his tall tales, strong work ethic, and his desire to protect his family. He wanted to ensure all his loved ones were fully prepared for whatever came their way. He was truly unique, a master of many skills, interests, and hobbies.

Graveside service will take place at the Angel Fire State Veterans Cemetery, Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers, the Wounded Warriors Project, or St. Jude’s’s Children’s Research Hospital.

The family of Darwin Keith Hall Jr. has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019